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 Apr / 2026, the average rent in Birmingham is $1,362 per month, a 1.88% increase from last years average of $1,337.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, studios rent for $996 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,256 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,389 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,678 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 1,380 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham include Huffman ($758/month), Ensley Highlands ($807/month), and Spring Lake ($846/month), all below the citywide average of $1,362.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham are Overton ($1,674/month), Acton Park ($1,878/month), and Cotswolds ($1,964/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 50% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, 54% of households rent while 46% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: May 16, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Birmingham is $1,362, a 1.88% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,337.

Studio Apartments at $996 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 $1,256, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,389 offer 1,087 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,380 sq ft) for $1,678, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Birmingham, AL

Last updated: May 16, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,362	986 sq. ft.
Studio	$996	454 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,256	765 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,389	1,087 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,678	1,380 sq. ft.

Birmingham, AL rent trends

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

The largest share of rentals in Birmingham, AL (50%) 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?

48,386 or 54% of the households in Birmingham, AL are renter-occupied while 40,402 or 46% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham?

Huffman $758/month

Ensley Highlands $807/month

Spring Lake $846/month

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

Most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham?

Overton $1,674/month

Acton Park $1,878/month

Cotswolds $1,964/month

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

Average Rent in Birmingham, AL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Cotswolds	$1,964
Acton Park	$1,878
Overton	$1,674
Southside Birmingham	$1,674
Ross Bridge	$1,588
Five Points South	$1,584
Downtown Birmingham	$1,573
Hermitage - Woodland Village	$1,532
Crestline Holiday Gardens	$1,528
Cahaba Commons	$1,486
Forest Park	$1,478
Cahaba Heights	$1,470
Oxmoor	$1,456
Gables - Sterling Oaks	$1,358
Castlehill - Gentilly Forest	$1,339
Greystone	$1,329
Devonshire Estates	$1,304
Crestline	$1,302
Mountain Oaks	$1,278
Chase Lake	$1,275
Chapel Hill	$1,210
Glen Iris	$1,210
Southbury	$1,203
River Oaks - Savannah Ridge	$1,185
Lynngate - Tal Heim	$1,023
Highland Park	$988
Echo Highlands	$913
Spring Lake	$846
Ensley Highlands	$807
Huffman	$758

Birmingham | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Acton Park is 26% higher than in Cahaba Commons

$1,878

Acton Park rent is 38% higher than Birmingham average

Average Rent $1,878

$1,486

Cahaba Commons rent is 9% higher than Birmingham average

Average Rent $1,486

How Birmingham Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Birmingham	$1,362
Huntsville	$1,252
Madison	$1,360
Mobile	$1,181
Bessemer	$977
Montgomery	$1,084
Tuscaloosa	$1,490
Hoover	$1,294
Vestavia Hills	$1,573
Auburn	$2,018
Homewood	$1,384
Center Point, AL	$857
Pelham, AL	$1,505
Gardendale, AL	$1,368

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.