Gated Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL(99 Rentals)

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Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Birmingham, AL

Ranked #1

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Birmingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Birmingham?

Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Birmingham is at Alight Birmingham listed at $499.

How much is the average rent for a Gated Birmingham Apartment?

The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Birmingham is $1,756.

What is the largest Gated Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 2,800 square feet unit starting from $755 at The Highlands Communities.

What is the average size for Birmingham Gated Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Gated rental in Birmingham is currently at 643 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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