
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ensley Highlands Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $700 (17 Rentals)
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2520 Avenue L

220 19th St SW

225 50th St

1775 50th St Ensley

1112 4th Ave W

1228 Tuscaloosa Ave

521 16th St SW

1112 4th Ave W

1112 4th Ave W
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404 54th St

3009 Avenue W

5319 Terrace J

309 59th St

4742 Court S

2715 Avenue E

5414 Ave D
Ensley Highlands, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ensley Highlands?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ensley Highlands 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $926 | $700 | $1,250 |
Ensley Highlands 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,161 | $895 | $1,630 |
Ensley Highlands 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,322 | $1,050 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ensley Highlands Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Ensley Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ensley Highlands area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at The Park at Buckingham priced from $648. University Crossings has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Ensley Highlands apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Park at Buckingham | The Elm | Studio,1BA | $648 |
University Crossings | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
The Pearl at Homewood | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Vines at Hillside | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
The Pointe Arlington | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ensley Highlands, AL
As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ensley Highlands area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Vines at Hillside in the in the Five Points West neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Ensley Highlands apartment is the 1 bedroom x 1 bath Model at Park Estates Duplexes starting at $850 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ensley Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Vines at Hillside | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Park Estates Duplexes | 1 bedroom x 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
The Pearl at Homewood | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
The Pointe Arlington | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
University Crossings | 2 Bed 1 Bath Small | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
The Park at Buckingham | The Elm | Studio ,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ensley Highlands
What type of rentals are currently available in Ensley Highlands?
There are currently 107 Apartments for Rent in Ensley Highlands, AL with pricing that ranges from $625 to $1,769. There are also 136 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ensley Highlands ranging from $700 to $1,630.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ensley Highlands?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ensley Highlands ranges from $700 to $1,630 with an average monthly rent of $1,027.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ensley Highlands?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ensley Highlands range from $895 to $1,453, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $1,630. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,095.
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