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Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 03, 2025

There are currently 1696 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Birmingham, AL that range in price from $755 to $5,614. Hoover Vestavia Hills, Lake Purdy and Brownville are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Birmingham with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Hoover Vestavia Hills174$1,453$1,087
Lake Purdy79$1,800$1,235
Brownville59$1,500$1,087
Southwest Birmingham46$1,620$1,087
Cahaba Heights45$1,703$1,235
Overton45$2,013$1,249
Cahaba44$1,922$1,294
Homewood43$1,707$1,045
Outer Center Point42$1,350$755
West End37$1,453$949

Largest Available Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is found at The 600 in the West End neighborhood and is 2,748 square feet priced from $5,235. Kenley Apartments in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,416 square feet and currently listed start at $2,118. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The 600D3C2,748 Sq Ft$5,235
Kenley ApartmentsArmon G22,416 Sq Ft$2,118
Armour & Co.3 BR 3 Bath Loft2,175 Sq Ft$3,863
Acasa Verandas at Rocky Ridge3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2,100 Sq Ft$1,590
100 Inverness Apartment HomesC31,908 Sq Ft$1,535
Retreat at Mountain BrookThe Augustine1,893 Sq Ft$1,947
Riverchase Landing3BR 2BA (1780 SF)1,780 Sq Ft$1,638
Beacon Pointe1,767 Sq Ft$1,399
Hawthorne at WisteriaThe Mimosa1,732 Sq Ft$1,723
Branchwater3 Bedroom 2 Bath1,700 Sq Ft$1,599

Cheapest Available Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 03, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is the The Carlton Model starting from $990 at Ascot Place Apartments in the Roebuck Springs neighborhood. The second most affordable Birmingham 3 Bedroom is the Dogwood Model at Park Place starting at $1,016 in the Smithfield neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Birmingham is currently $1,874. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Ascot Place ApartmentsThe Carlton$990
Park PlaceDogwood$1,016
Village Square LandingsC1$1,059
Summer RiseC1$1,100
Clay Landings ApartmentsC1$1,140
Vines at Westlake3BD/2BA$1,145
The Landing on Emerald PointeThree Bedroom$1,199
Hoover VillageTundra$1,225
Wood SpringsFicus$1,235
Union at Cooper HillNorfolk$1,249

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Birmingham Overview

Known for its southern hospitality, Birmingham offers the perfect combination of big city amenities and small-town ambiance, without the big city prices. In fact, Forbes and Kiplinger ranked it the fifth most affordable city for renters in the nation. Apartments in Birmingham offer access to restaurants owned by award-winning chefs, theaters, art galleries, museums and a host of social and outdoor activities to choose from. Those are just a few of the reasons it’s called “The Magic City”. While the city population is only 242,820, closer to 800,000 residents make their homes in the surrounding area.

Why live in Birmingham, AL?

Home to the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the Crimson Tide, Birmingham boasts a total of 13 institutions of higher learning. The mild climate makes it easy to balance work and play, and playing isn’t just for children in Birmingham. Adults can join the Birmingham Kickball League and stay younger longer. They can also paddle boat at Oak Mountain, ride the zip line at Red Mountain, and enjoy the Ruffner Mountain Nature Center, one of the biggest urban nature reserves in the United States. Within city limits, Railroad Park provides 19 acres of outdoor play space, complete with duck ponds and a skate park.

Birmingham, AL
Population: 209,880

Ranked #107

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Birmingham, AL

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

16 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • 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 3 Bedroom Birmingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Birmingham with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Birmingham is at Ascot Place Apartments listed at $990.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Birmingham Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Birmingham is $1,874.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 2,748 square feet unit starting from $5,235 at The 600.

What is the average size for Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Birmingham is currently 1,478 sq ft.

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