What is the average apartment size in Birmingham?

The average size for a Birmingham, AL apartment is 986 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Birmingham?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Birmingham is $1,362 per month, a 2.51% increase from last years average of $1,328.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, studios rent for $994 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,258 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,391 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,663 per month

What is the average apartment size in Birmingham?

The typical apartment in Birmingham offers about 986 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Birmingham?

Studio apartments in Birmingham average 454 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 765 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,087 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,383 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham are Southside Birmingham ($1,682/month), Acton Park ($1,842/month), and Cotswolds ($1,874/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Birmingham, AL Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Birmingham?

The typical rent budget in Birmingham ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 53% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, 55% of households rent while 45% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham include Arlington - West End ($741/month), Ensley Highlands ($781/month), and Huffman ($857/month), all below the citywide average of $1,362.

Last updated: February 21, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Birmingham is $1,362, a 2.51% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,328.

Studio Apartments at $994 offer the most budget-friendly option with 454 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 765 square feet for $1,258, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,391 offer 1,087 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,383 sq ft) for $1,663, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Birmingham, AL

Last updated: February 21, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,362	986 sq. ft.
Studio	$994	454 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,258	765 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,391	1,087 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,663	1,383 sq. ft.

Birmingham, AL rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Birmingham, AL?

The largest share of rentals in Birmingham, AL (53%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Birmingham, AL?

48,565 or 55% of the households in Birmingham, AL are renter-occupied while 39,962 or 45% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham?

Arlington - West End $741/month

Ensley Highlands $781/month

Huffman $857/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,362/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham?

Southside Birmingham $1,682/month

Acton Park $1,842/month

Cotswolds $1,874/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Birmingham, AL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Cotswolds	$1,874
Acton Park	$1,842
Southside Birmingham	$1,682
Overton	$1,680
Crestwood South	$1,669
Downtown Birmingham	$1,654
Five Points South	$1,590
Huntington Parc	$1,581
Ross Bridge	$1,556
Crestline Holiday Gardens	$1,539
Oxmoor	$1,497
Hermitage - Woodland Village	$1,481
Cahaba Heights	$1,472
Cahaba Commons	$1,458
Forest Park	$1,436
Gables - Sterling Oaks	$1,347
Greystone	$1,332
Crestline	$1,291
Chase Lake	$1,270
West Homewood	$1,246
Devonshire Estates	$1,240
Castlehill - Gentilly Forest	$1,228
Southbury	$1,222
Chapel Hill	$1,220
Mountain Oaks	$1,216
Glen Iris	$1,202
River Oaks - Savannah Ridge	$1,173
Highland Park	$1,026
Lynngate - Tal Heim	$1,012
Echo Highlands	$956
Spring Lake	$862
Huffman	$857
Ensley Highlands	$781
Arlington - West End	$741

Birmingham | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Acton Park is 148% higher than in Arlington - West End

$1,842

Acton Park rent is 35% higher than Birmingham average

Average Rent $1,842

$741

Arlington - West End rent is 46% lower than Birmingham average

Average Rent $741

How Birmingham Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Birmingham	$1,362
Huntsville	$1,251
Madison	$1,347
Mobile	$1,167
Bessemer	$1,004
Montgomery	$1,094
Tuscaloosa	$1,485
Hoover	$1,287
Vestavia Hills	$1,538
Auburn	$1,874
Homewood	$1,380
Hueytown, AL	$1,015
Center Point, AL	$855
Pell City	$1,228
Moody	$1,189
Gardendale, AL	$1,355
Pelham, AL	$1,522
Irondale, AL	$1,708
Trussville, AL	$1,289

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Birmingham apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.