
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Thomas Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $800 (45 Rentals)
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1112 4th Ave W

2032 Stouts Rd

2032 Stouts Rd

2032 Stouts Rd

1512 11th Ave N

425 11th St SW

500 Tuscaloosa Ave

1500 12th St N

2428 21st Ave N
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2428 21st Ave N

2428 21st Ave N

2428 21st Ave N

2428 21st Ave N

2428 21st Ave N

2428 21st Ave N

2428 21st Ave N

2428 21st Ave N

1100 Cotton Ave SW

1100 Cotton Ave SW
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543 4th Ave W

1427 4th Ct W

1230 4th Terrace W

915 6th St W

1302 4th Ct W

1932 Portage Ave

160 Ohio Cir

2717 Bush Blvd

908 6th St W

952 7th St SW
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2115 32nd Ave N

340 Kappa Ave S

340 Kappa Ave

20 1st Pl N

1048 2nd St W

925 7th St SW

1233 Fulton Ave SW

1621 2nd Ct W

1627 Center Way S

1217 Bush Cir

1337 Woodland Ave SW

870 8th St W

1611 15th Ave N

2832 23rd St Ensley

524 Fulton Ave SW
East Thomas, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Thomas?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
East Thomas 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,022 | $850 | $1,950 |
East Thomas 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,455 | $1,100 | $2,700 |
East Thomas 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,359 | $1,200 | $1,550 |
East Thomas 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,450 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Thomas Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available East Thomas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Thomas area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Pointe Arlington priced from $800. 1512 11th Ave N has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable East Thomas apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Pointe Arlington | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
The Ellys | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Flats on 4th | Sutton Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,251 |
Lumen in Birmingham | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
The 600 | A2F | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
The William | The Atriums 3-7 | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Jemison Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,559 |
The Palmer | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,577 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Thomas, AL
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Thomas area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment Model at The Kessler Lofts - Parking Included! in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $2,193. The second greatest value East Thomas apartment is the Standard Model at 1512 11th Ave N starting at $800 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Thomas apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Kessler Lofts - Parking Included! | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
The Ellys | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Grand | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Denham Lofts | Industrial One Bedroom Loft-A1HC, A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
Theatre Lofts | Muse | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
The Pizitz | Unit Type 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Parkside Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Alight Birmingham | 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
The Pointe Arlington | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Thomas
What type of rentals are currently available in East Thomas?
There are currently 130 Apartments for Rent in East Thomas, AL with pricing that ranges from $725 to $5,250. There are also 90 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Thomas ranging from $850 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Thomas?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Thomas ranges from $850 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,594.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Thomas?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Thomas range from $975 to $5,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.
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