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1001 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
(659) 207-4912
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Scholar Birmingham

1001 20th St S
Birmingham, AL 35205
(659) 207-4912
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Student Housing
  • Studio–3 Bedrooms
  • $1,120–$2,800Available Unit Pricing
  • 350–1,248Square Feet

Rent Specials

Enjoy $500 Off First Month's Rent and 2nd Month Free And A Chance To Win A TV! Limited Time Only! Act Fast! Stipulations Apply! Contact The Leasing Office For Details!

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About Scholar Birmingham

Scholar Birmingham offers pet-friendly off-campus student apartments in Birmingham, AL, near UAB. We offer a variety of fully furnished studio, 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments situated perfectly just three blocks from UAB. Our apartments feature stainless steel appliances, luxury plank flooring, an in-unit washer & dryer, a 50" smart TV in the living room, contemporary light fixtures, memory foam mattresses, solid surface shower surround, and plenty more! Scholar Birmingham residents come home to world-class amenities such as a rooftop pool, 24-hour fitness center, game room, TV lounge, study lounge, outdoor grilling stations, relaxation room, sauna, fire pits, secure parking, onsite scooter rental, and so much more!

Scholar Birmingham is located in the Five Points South Neighborhood and 35205 Zip code of Birmingham, AL. This community is professionally managed by Audubon

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Scholar Birmingham offers Studio to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,120 and having 350–1,248 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    $1,120

    Floorplan S

    Studio, 1 Bath, 350 sq ftAvailable Feb 4

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,120 February 4, 20251712350

    Unit 1712 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • 17th FL Penthouse Premium

    Unit 1712 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,120

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,120

    Floorplan SA

    Studio, 1 Bath, 400 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,375UnavailableSA400 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,375

    Floorplan SB

    Studio, 1 Bath, 400 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,560UnavailableSB400 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,560 - $1,685
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  • 1 Bedroom

    $1,650

    Floorplan 1A

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 600 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,650/personAvailable Now1504600

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 1504 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,650

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,650

  • 2 Bedrooms

    Floorplan 2AR

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 600 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,835Unavailable2AR600 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,835 - $1,910

    Floorplan 2BR

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 770 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,885Unavailable2BR770 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,885

    Floorplan 2CR

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 770 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,085Unavailable2CR770 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,085 - $2,160

    Floorplan 2DX

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 969 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,435Unavailable2DX969 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,435 - $2,510

  • 3 Bedrooms

    $2,600

    Floorplan 3AX

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1060 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,600Available Now10051060

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 1005 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,600

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,600

    $2,600

    Floorplan 3BX

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1060 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,600Available Now15111060

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 1511 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,600

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,600

    $2,800

    Floorplan 3DX

    3 Beds, 3 Baths, 1248 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,800Available Now14141248

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 1414 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,800

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,800

    From $2,800

    Floorplan 3CX

    3 Beds, 3 Baths, 1248 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,800Available Now3081248
    $2,800Available Now5081248
    $2,800Available Now8061248

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,800

    Unit 308 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,800

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,800

    Unit 508 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,800

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,800

    Unit 806 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,800

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,800
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • Available months 6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21,22,23,24
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Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • Cats Allowed
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $80 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 70 Lb Weight Limit
  • $60 Deposit

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • Dogs Allowed
  • 70 Lb Weight Limit
  • $60 Deposit
  • $80 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit
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Parking Fees & Info

Parking Surface

  • Surface Lot
  • Surface Fee: $85 /Mo

Parking Garage

  • Garage Fee: $125 /Mo
  • Garage

Fee & Deposit Info

Recurring Fees

  • $125 Garage Fee
  • $85 Surface Fee

One-Time Fees

  • $59 Admin Fee
  • $40 Application Fee

3D Tours

Sky Lounge
Game Room
Fitness Center
Spa Room
4BR, 2BA - 1,060SF
1BR, 1BA - 600SF

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Liability Insurance

On-Site Services

  • Pet Care
  • Property Manager On Site

Community Features

  • Lounge
  • Clubhouse

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Sundeck
  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Sauna
  • Gameroom
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Washer/Dryer

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops

Student Features

  • Study Lounge
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1001 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
(659) 207-4912
Monday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Sunday12:00 pm–5:00 pm
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Getting Around

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Scholar Birmingham

Where is Scholar Birmingham located?

Scholar Birmingham is located at 1001 20th St S near the Five Points South area of Birmingham, AL

What is the current rent range at Scholar Birmingham?

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Scholar Birmingham currently range from $1,120 to $2,800

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Scholar Birmingham are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday 12:00 pm–5:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Pets are allowed at Scholar Birmingham. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at Scholar Birmingham is: Enjoy $500 Off First Month's Rent and 2nd Month Free And A Chance To Win A TV! Limited Time Only! Act Fast! Stipulations Apply! Contact The Leasing Office For Details!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Luxury 3.2

    The Luxury rating shows you how this community's high end floorplan pricing relates to the local average.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.2-star Luxury rating is based on the following features:

    • Controlled Gate Access
    • Fitness Center
    • Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
    • Sauna
    • Granite Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Pet Care
    • Clubhouse
    • Swimming Pool(s)
    • Property Manager on Site
    • Lounge
    • Grill(s)
    • Sundeck(s)
    • Gameroom
    • Washer/Dryer In Unit
    • Dishwashers
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  • Affordability Nice Value3.0

    The Scholar Birmingham Apartments are 4.95% more expensive than the average apartment in the Five Points South area, and 14.88% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Five Points South Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,120$1,333-$213-16.0%
    1 Bedroom$1,650$1,482+$16811.3%
    3 Bedroom$2,600$1,974+$62631.7%
    2 Bedroom$1,835$1,977-$142-7.2%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Birmingham

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,120$1,189-$69-5.8%
    1 Bedroom$1,650$1,372+$27820.3%
    3 Bedroom$2,600$1,986+$61430.9%
    2 Bedroom$1,835$1,608+$22714.1%

    Methodology: On 01/26/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 387 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Scholar Birmingham (Five Points South), and 1382 other apartment communities in Birmingham using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 01/26/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.8
3 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • The living condition is AWFUL

    July 5, 2022
    This place is like a living HELL. I know it looks fancy and nice, all furnished and with great location. Sounds like a perfect place to stay close to campus. But don’t get FOOLED by the appearance. Don’t listen to the leasing office. They’re just selling you a LIE. I’ve been living here less than one year. It already happened twice that the TRASH chute is STUCK. Not to mention there are too many times that the trash room is piled with trash that you can’t even possibly open the door of trash ...
    room so that the only choice you have is to leave the trash in the hallway. The SMELL is not even the worst. The worst is countless fruit FLIES and gigantic ROACHES. I’ve been talking to the front desk for over TWO MONTHS. All I got from their response is they’re working on it but two months passed, NOTHINGS CHANGED. They promised sending a pest control in my apartment but no one actually shows up. So I put vinegar traps in the hallway. They got FULL OF FRUIT FLIES less than A DAY. If you want to live in a clean environment, don’t ever sign the lease. No body will take care of your complaints. Miscommunication and lack of efficiency is what I encounter in this apartment. If you want to live with AN ARMY OF FLIES, then this is the perfect place for you.
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  • Avoid online lease; sign only a paper lease!

    March 18, 2021
    In Mar 2021, my daughter signed an Aug 2021 online lease, about the same time as her roommate. After she electronically signed it, the company raised the rent about $10 on my daughter's lease, but didn't raise the roommate's rate. Because the lease is online, the company has the ability to make real-time changes to the terms even after it is electronically signed. Your signature is still on the lease even though terms have been changed without your consent. When we called that evening to fix ...
    the problem, we were told the company uses tiered pricing & there were only a certain number of beds available at the quoted price. Even though both roommates would live in the exact same apartment, my daughter had signed up "too late" to receive the quoted pricing. Her roommate signed minutes earlier & supposedly secured the last available bed at the quoted price. I told Ascend the price increase after the signing of the lease was not acceptable. Per the manager, the increased pricing could not be reversed (policy). I requested to cancel. They said they would cancel the lease, but if we changed our minds and wanted back in, the pricing might be even higher. Minutes later, I clicked on the online lease & they had indeed raised the price again by another $10, I guess thinking that we wouldn't be able to find a replacement. When I mentioned they would also be losing the roommate's lease, I was told management would most likely contact me. But no one reached out the following day. I was surprised Ascend did not reverse the increased rent when we said we would cancel. They ended up losing my daughter's lease & the roommate's lease. Two days after cancelling, someone from Ascend called & said they had been granted a one-time exception from upper management to offer the originally quoted rent. Had we thought they were pursuing this solution we might have waited to see how it turned out, but with our previous communication from them threatening to raise my daughter's rent even more (which they did on the online lease minutes later), we signed elsewhere. JMO, the complex uses tiered pricing to coerce students into hurrying to sign leases as early as possible, (hoping they may be forced to cancel if their circumstances change) so they can collect an 85% re-let fee. Other issue: parking spaces were full & my daughter would have had to rent a $70/mo. space in a public parking garage down the street; unsafe situation.

    • Property Manager Responded

      April 20, 2021
      We're sorry you are not pleased. Please give us the opportunity to make this right. Unfortunately, your review is anonymous so we cannot reach out to you directly to help. We are available M-F 9-67, at 205.290.5275 or email us at ascend@assetliving.com
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  • Good apartment but beware of hidden policies

    January 4, 2021
    I really like all the amenities this place offers and the safety features they have. However, the parking costs is a joke. The cheapest option is $50 and it’s a surface lot across the street. I toured the place twice and the first time the guy showing my mom and I around took his mask off and when asked to put it on he didn’t even do it correctly. Both tours residents were walking around or uses amenities without a mask or keeping distance. Nor do any of their social media posts follow CDC ...
    guidelines about distancing or mask wearing (except recent posts). My third problem with this place is cancelations. I signed in October (almost a year before my contract would start) and called to cancel it because I will no longer be in the area. They wouldn’t allow that, even though move in is 7 months away and I’m not a current resident. I was not told about the 72 hour policy until today when I tried to cancel. It was not in a form a signed before I submitted my application, only in the contract given after you sign you contract. When touring the second time I asked about cancelation and was told that it’s allowed before I make a payment or receive keys.

    • Property Manager Responded

      January 9, 2021
      We're sorry you are not pleased. Please give us the opportunity to make this right. Unfortunately, your review is anonymous so we cannot reach out to you directly to help. We are available M-F 9-7, at 205.290.5275 or email us at ascend@assetliving.com. www.ascendfivepoints.com
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Nearby Schools

Glen Iris Elementary School

Birmingham City
1115 11th Street South
Public School - Grades PK-5 (731 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
3/10

Parker High School

Birmingham City
400 Reverend Abraham Woods Junior Boulevard
Public School - Grades 9-12 (826 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away
1/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Scholar Birmingham.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
520 Sixteenth Street N
4 minute drive / 1.35 miles away
Birmingham Museum of Art
2000 Eighth Avenue N
4 minute drive / 1.62 miles away
Arlington Antebellum Home
331 Cotton Avenue
4 minute drive / 2.21 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens
3020 Clairmont Ave S
3 minute drive / 1.25 miles away
Goodwill
2350 Green Springs Hwy
4 minute drive / 2.11 miles away
Walmart
312 Palisades Blvd
5 minute drive / 2.54 miles away

Colleges and Universities

The University of Alabama at Birmingham - Birmingham Campus
Administration Bldg Suite 1070
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away
Virginia College, Birmingham - Birmingham Campus
488 Palisades Boulevard
4 minute drive / 2.28 miles away
Samford University
800 Lakeshore Drive
5 minute drive / 2.51 miles away

Groceries

Piggly Wiggly
1697 Tuscaloosa Ave SW
7 minute drive / 3.66 miles away
Publix
1325 Montclair Rd
9 minute drive / 4.22 miles away
Winn Dixie
4476 Montevallo Rd
9 minute drive / 4.34 miles away

Hospitals

Callahan Eye Hospital
1720 University Blvd, Suite 500
1 minute drive / 0.26 miles away
The Children's Hospital Of Alabama
1600 Seventh Avenue South
1 minute drive / 0.38 miles away
University Of Alabama Hospital
619 South 19th Street
1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

Military Bases

Navy/Marine Training Center
7 minute drive / 3.5 miles away

Restaurants and Dining

Jim 'N' Nick's Barbecue
1908 11th Ave S
1 minute drive / 0.14 miles away
Cobb Lane Restaurant
1 Cobb Ln S
1 minute drive / 0.34 miles away
Cafe Dupont
113 20th St N
3 minute drive / 1.07 miles away

Shopping Centers

Highland Plaza
2222-2230 Highland Ave S
1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away
Business & Engineering Complex-uab
1150 10th Ave S
1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away
Southgate Village
1944 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd S
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Scholar Birmingham has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Five Points South

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Parkside

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Southside Birmingham

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $600
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Birmingham Studio Apartments $1,189$606$2,737
Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,372$595$3,875
Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,608$635$4,482
Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,986$655$5,240
Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,316$1,565$3,400

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