Studio Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL (147 Rentals)

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Inkwell on Grandview
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$1,654 - $1,677
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$1,677 - $3,132

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$1,677 - $3,132
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Inkwell on Grandview

3560 Grandview PkyBirmingham, AL 35243
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Lakeview Green
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$1,104 - $1,200
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$1,179 - $2,875

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$1,179 - $2,875
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Lakeview Green

2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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University Place
$899 - $1,215
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$899 - $2,050

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$899 - $2,050
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University Place

951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Siegel Select Birmingham
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$1,343 - $1,439
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$1,343 - $1,716

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$1,343 - $1,716
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Siegel Select Birmingham

5429 Highway 280 EBirmingham, AL 35242
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Birmingham Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 19, 2026

There are currently 1445 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Birmingham, AL that range in price from $625 to $2,208. Downtown Birmingham, Forest Park and Fountain Heights Park are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Birmingham with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Birmingham97$1,125$625
Forest Park94$1,099$800
Fountain Heights Park94$1,099$800
Fountain Heights93$1,125$800
North Birmingham93$1,125$800
Southside Birmingham91$1,099$800
Smithfield89$1,112$625
Druid Hills86$1,179$800
Parkside85$1,125$800
Altamont Park74$1,099$800

Largest Available Birmingham Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is found at 20 Midtown in the Smithfield neighborhood and is 811 square feet priced from $1,704. Parc at Grandview in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 672 square feet and currently listed start at $1,315. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
20 MidtownBuilding 3: S3-L | Studio XL811 Sq Ft$1,704
Parc at GrandviewA1 (Sienna - studio)672 Sq Ft$1,315
Tributary RiseS1-1667 Sq Ft$1,449
513 at ValleyStudio625 Sq Ft$949
The PalmerS1611 Sq Ft$1,637
Inkwell on GrandviewStudio604 Sq Ft$1,677
The FitzroyThe Alabama603 Sq Ft$1,438
Advenir at Station 121Sussex587 Sq Ft$1,134
Colina HillsideSierra566 Sq Ft$1,250
The Haven at GreenhillThe Retreat550 Sq Ft$875

Cheapest Available Birmingham Studio Apartments

As of April 19, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is the Studio Model starting from $625 at University Ridge Apartments in the Smithfield neighborhood. The second most affordable Birmingham Studio is the A1 Studio Model at Madison Park Apartments & Townhomes starting at $665 in the Apple Valley neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Birmingham is currently $1,189. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
University Ridge ApartmentsStudio$625
Madison Park Apartments & TownhomesA1 Studio$665
The CordelleStudio Apartment, Ground Level, Corner$759
The DulionMedium Studio$810
The SheratonMedium Studio$810
Tower on TenthFive Points$857
The Haven at GreenhillThe Retreat$875
The FrankStudio 1 Bath-H$879
The LaSalleStudio$880
University PlaceSmall Studio$899

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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.

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Great place for singles or families, with unique southern charm and lots of interesting history and culture.

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Birmingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Birmingham with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Birmingham is at University Ridge Apartments listed at $625.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Birmingham is $1,189.

What is the largest available Studio Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 811 square feet unit starting from $1,704 at 20 Midtown.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Birmingham is currently 479 sq ft.

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