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The Sheraton
2909 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Donegal Place
2964 Rhodes Cir SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The 700
700 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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2218 1st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The Fitzroy
2400 1st Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Met on 7th
2900 7th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Artisan Flats
2722 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Iron City Lofts
2725 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
401 20th St S, Unit Bristol Condo
401 20th St S
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Lakeview Green
2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Southside, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Studio Apartments | $1,347 | $785 | $2,128 |
| Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $910 | $3,743 |
| Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,253 | $1,046 | $4,520 |
| Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,151 | $2,231 | $4,756 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southside Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at Carlisle Terrace priced from $754. The Sheraton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $785. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlisle Terrace | Studio Apartment, Type B, Courtyard Facing | Studio,1BA | $754 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Rhodes Villas | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $802 |
| Cliff Place | 1x1 [W/D, LTV, 2nd Floor] | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| Donegal Place | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,046 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, AL
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Southside apartment is the Penthouse Model at The 700 starting at $2,200 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fix Play Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The 700 | Penthouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Carol Court | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Donegal Place | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Rise Lakeview | The Rhodes | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Linridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Carlisle Terrace | Studio Apartment, Type B, Courtyard Facing | Studio ,1BA | $1.27 |
| Rhodes Villas | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Cliff Place | 1x1 [W/D, LTV, 2nd Floor] | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.96 |
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This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Birmingham. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Southside Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southside is under $1,122.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Southside is Rhodes Villas which is listed at $802, while the average apartment in Southside costs $2,435.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside?
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 4 regular apartments in Southside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southside?
Cheap apartments in Southside have an average cost of $322 which is $2,113 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southside.
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