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  2. Building Photo - 126 66th Pl N
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,125
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,125
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,125

    126 66th Pl N

    126 66th Pl N, Birmingham, AL 35206
  3. Building Photo - 1000 Jacque Cir
    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,850

    1000 Jacque Cir

    1000 Jacque Cir, Birmingham, AL 35235
  10. Building Photo - 1839 1st St S
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,600

    1839 1st St S

    1839 1st St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
  24. Building Photo - 205 0th Avenue St
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,225
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,225
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,225

    205 0th Avenue St

    205 0th Avenue St, Birmingham, AL 35204
  25. Building Photo - 512 34th Ave W
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $975
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$975
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$975

    512 34th Ave W

    512 34th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35207
  26. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,150

    2332 27th St N

    2332 27th St N, Birmingham, AL 35234
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Living & Renting in Birmingham

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Birmingham, AL Houses for Rent

Birmingham stands as Alabama's second-largest city and a major economic hub of the Deep South, originally founded in 1871 as an industrial powerhouse called the "Pittsburgh of the South" for its steel production and mining heritage. Those searching for apartments for rent in Birmingham will discover an affordable rental market with one-bedroom units averaging $1,181 and two-bedroom apartments around $1,288, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious renters seeking quality living spaces in this historically significant city.

Renting in Birmingham offers access to neighborhoods that cater to different lifestyles and preferences. Downtown Birmingham provides apartment communities near corporate offices and the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), while areas like Five Points South and Lakeview feature apartment communities within walking distance of restaurants, breweries, and entertainment venues. The city's MAX Transit bus system connects renters to key locations throughout the metropolitan area, including attractions like Railroad Park, the Birmingham Museum of Art, and the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. For those seeking suburban living, nearby areas like Homewood and Vestavia Hills offer rental options with easy access to Red Mountain Park's hiking trails and scenic overlooks, all while maintaining reasonable commute times to Birmingham's thriving healthcare, finance, and education sectors.

Why Birmingham?

  • 124 beautiful parks, including the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
  • The Appalachian Mountains and the sweeping views from Vulcan Park.
  • Spending your nights at the ultra-competitive Talladega Superspeedway.
  • Restaurants, nightclubs, and shopping at the gorgeous Riverchase Galleria.
  • Several golf courses, including the expansive Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.
  • Family fun, including the Alabama Adventure Park and the Birmingham Zoo.

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Oak Mt High School

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Ramsay High School

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Parker High School

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George Washington Carver High School

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Mt Laurel Elementary School

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