
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ensley Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $400 (14 Rentals)
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1815 29th Street Ensley

3005 Ave J

3517-3519 Avenue C

Westbury Apartments

Park Estates Duplexes

2711 Avenue E

2715 Avenue E

409 Court F

2520 Avenue L

220 19th St SW

1405 Warrior Rd

3009 Avenue W
Ensley, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ensley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ensley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $733 | $625 | $850 |
Ensley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $916 | $845 | $950 |
Ensley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $895 | $1,195 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ensley Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Ensley Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Park Estates Duplexes | 1 bedroom x 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ensley, AL
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ensley area is the $0.98 price per square foot 2720 Ensley 5 Points W Ave Model at 2720 Ensley 5 Points W Ave, Unit 1 in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Ensley 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 apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2720 Ensley 5 Points W Ave, Unit 1 | 2720 Ensley 5 Points W Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Park Estates Duplexes | 1 bedroom x 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEnsley, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #76
Among neighborhoods in Birmingham, AL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Ensley Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Cheap Ensley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ensley?
The cheapest apartment in Ensley is Park Estates Duplexes which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Ensley costs $4,580.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ensley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Ensley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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