Student Housing in Birmingham
# Birmingham's Premier Student Living Destination Birmingham offers an unbeatable college-town atmosphere with over 31 dedicated student housing options strategically positioned near major universities including UAB, Strayer University-Alabama, Birmingham-Southern College, Samford University, and Miles College. This vibrant community pulses with youthful energy, creating the perfect environment for academic and social growth. The student-friendly neighborhoods provide exceptional proximity to campus, minimizing commute times and maximizing study-life balance. Whether you're grabbing coffee between classes or unwinding after exams, Birmingham's thriving dining and entertainment scene caters directly to student tastes and budgets. From trendy eateries in Lakeview to live music venues across downtown, there's always something happening. Transportation is seamless with accessible public transit and walkable districts that make getting around effortless. The diverse housing landscape ensures options for every preference—from modern apartments with gym facilities to cozy shared homes that foster lasting friendships. Birmingham's student housing market understands what matters to you: affordability, convenience, community, and space to grow. Here, you're not just renting a room; you're joining a thriving network of peers, building memories, and creating your college experience in a city that genuinely welcomes students.
Housing Overview
- Location
- Birmingham, AL
- Properties
- 24 listed
- Total Beds
- 0
What to Know About Birmingham
Key highlights for students considering Birmingham
31 student housing options near campus offer variety for different budgets
Five nearby universities create a vibrant student community in Birmingham
UAB campus location provides easy access to urban dining and entertainment
Birmingham's downtown district features bars, clubs, and live music venues
Public transit and walkable neighborhoods reduce transportation costs
Alabama's cost of living is below national average, stretching student budgets
Student Life in Birmingham
# Student Life in Birmingham, Alabama Birmingham offers students an exciting blend of Southern charm and urban opportunities. With five institutions including the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham-Southern College, Samford University, and Miles College, the city hosts a vibrant academic community alongside established professionals. The city's most student-friendly neighborhoods cluster around campus areas, particularly near UAB, where affordable housing options thrive. The Five Points South district buzzes with college-aged residents and offers walkable access to restaurants and shops. The Pepper Place area near Samford provides a quieter, more residential atmosphere for those seeking peace while studying. Birmingham's job market welcomes part-time workers, with opportunities in retail, hospitality, and service industries concentrated downtown and in shopping districts. Many students balance work with coursework through flexible scheduling. The social scene thrives year-round. Sloss Furnaces hosts festivals, live music venues line Avondale, and the nearby Ruffner Mountain provides outdoor recreation. Catch performances at the Alabama Theatre or explore local breweries and coffee shops that embrace student culture. Compared to other college towns, Birmingham remains remarkably affordable. Rent, dining, and entertainment costs stay below national averages, stretching student budgets further. The city's unique character shines through its civil rights history, thriving arts scene, and Southern hospitality. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum of Art, local food festivals, and the genuine warmth residents extend to the student population.
Explore Birmingham
Student Housing in Birmingham
Mountainside Apartments
Mountainside Apartments is a 196-unit community located 1.9 miles from Samford University in Birmingham, AL. Built in 1970, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, jogging trail, full kitchens with granite countertops, and high-speed internet. Residents have access to 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, heating, and cable TV.
Marshall on 5th
Marshall on 5th is a 159-unit apartment community located at 1300 5th Ave S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.0 miles from Samford University. Built in 2023, the property features full kitchens, air conditioning, heating, a fitness center, pool, coffee bar, BBQ grill, and on-site management.
University Place
University Place is a 140-unit apartment community located at 951 18th St S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 2.6 miles from Samford University. Built in 1969, the community offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, along with features such as air conditioning, dishwashers, elevators, and common spaces including a clubhouse and business center.
Fox Hall Apartments
Fox Hall Apartments is a 38-unit apartment community located at 1613 13th Ave S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 2.2 miles from Samford University. Built in 1963, the property offers in-unit amenities including full kitchens with granite countertops, dishwashers, in-unit washer/dryer, and either hardwood or carpeted flooring. Additional community features include 24-hour fitness access, high-speed internet, cable TV, and laundry facilities.
Dulion Apartments
Dulion Apartments is a 45-unit apartment community located at 2030 11th Ave S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 2.6 miles from Samford University. Built in 1926, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, high-speed internet, full kitchens with dishwashers, laundry facilities, controlled access, and an on-site convenience store.
Crowne on 10th
Crowne on 10th is an apartment community located at 1420 10th St in Birmingham, AL, approximately 2.3 miles from Samford University. Built in 2010, the community offers 107 units with amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, business center, gated access, and 24/7 maintenance. Units feature appliances such as dishwashers, garbage disposals, and ice makers, along with amenities like crown molding, fireplaces, and high-speed internet.
Lofts on 15th
Lofts on 15th is an 11-unit apartment community located at 1228 15th St S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 2.2 miles from Samford University. Built in 2017, each unit features a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer and dryer, air conditioning, heating, and controlled access entry. The property is smoke-free and offers modern amenities including dishwasher, range oven, refrigerator, freezer, and pantry storage.
Stone Ridge Apartments
Stone Ridge Apartments is a 176-unit apartment community located at 500 Palisades Drive in Birmingham, AL, approximately 1.5 miles from Samford University. Built in 2001, the community offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, a fitness center, pool, tennis court, clubhouse, business center, and high-speed internet. All units feature air conditioning, heating, full kitchens, and balcony patios, with 24/7 maintenance available.
Scholar Birmingham
Scholar Birmingham is a 198-unit apartment community located at 1001 20th St S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 2.6 miles from Samford University. Built in 2020, the property features fully furnished units with in-unit washer/dryer, stainless steel appliances, and amenities including a fitness center, pool, hot tub, clubhouse, study rooms, and on-site management.
Theatre Lofts
Theatre Lofts is a 45-unit apartment community located at 1816 3rd Ave N in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.7 miles from Samford University. Built in 1912, the property features units equipped with full kitchens, air conditioning, and in-unit amenities including dishwashers, microwaves, and range ovens. The community offers a fitness center, business center, elevator access, and controlled entry.
Axel Row
Axel Row is a 96-unit apartment community located at 4211 3rd Ave S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 4.3 miles from Samford University. Built in 2021, the property offers amenities including a 24-hour fitness center, full kitchens with dishwashers, community lounge, controlled access, and 24/7 maintenance.
Tapestry Park Apartments
Tapestry Park Apartments is a 354-unit community built in 2012, located at 801 Montclair Rd in Birmingham, AL, approximately 4.3 miles from Samford University. The property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balconies, a dog park, clubhouse, and in-unit features such as dishwashers and ceiling fans.
Lumen Apartments
Lumen Apartments is a 228-unit apartment community located at 10 14th St S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.3 miles from Samford University. Built in 2021, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balconies, a clubhouse, business center, bike storage, and controlled access.
The Residences at The Pizitz
The Residences at The Pizitz is a 143-unit apartment community located at 120 19th St N in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.6 miles from Samford University. Originally built in 1923, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, community lounge, bike storage, dog park, and controlled access with doorman concierge service. Units feature air conditioning, dishwashers, and ceiling fans, with 24/7 maintenance available.
Lakeshore Ridge Apartments
Lakeshore Ridge Apartments is a 429-unit apartment community located at 1700 Lakeshore Ridge in Birmingham, AL, approximately 4.3 miles from Samford University. Built in 2006, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, garage parking, gated community access, and in-unit features such as full kitchens with dishwashers, air conditioning, and balcony patios. The community provides 24/7 maintenance and controlled access security.
University Crossings Apartments
University Crossings Apartments is a 209-unit apartment community located at 261 3rd Ave in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.3 miles from Samford University. Built in 1970, the property offers units equipped with full kitchens, air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, and cable TV. Amenities include on-site management, 24/7 maintenance, nearby transit access, and common features such as balcony patios, granite countertops, and ceiling fans.
The Palmer Parkside Apartments
The Palmer Parkside Apartments is a 228-unit apartment community located at 1415 3rd Ave S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.1 miles from Samford University. Built in 2021, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, a business center, clubhouse with community lounge, and in-unit features such as air conditioning, dishwashers, and carpet. Additional amenities include bike storage, a coffee bar, BBQ grill, courtyard space, and controlled access.
Lakeview Green
Lakeview Green is a 118-unit apartment community located at 2901 4th Ave S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.5 miles from Samford University. Built in 2021, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, along with units featuring air conditioning, dishwashers, and balcony patios. Additional community features include a dog park, bike storage, controlled access, and an on-site convenience store.
Ideal Building City Lofts
Ideal Building City Lofts is a 14-unit apartment community located at 111 19th St N in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.6 miles from Samford University. Built in 1929, the property features modern amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens with granite countertops, high-speed internet, and gated community access. Units include air conditioning, ceiling fans, dishwashers, elevators, and high ceilings.
Thomas Jefferson Tower
Thomas Jefferson Tower is a 96-unit apartment community located at 1623 2nd Ave N in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.5 miles from Samford University. Built in 1929, the property offers fully furnished units with amenities including a fitness center, gated access, 24/7 maintenance, and in-unit features such as full kitchens, dishwashers, granite countertops, and hardwood floors.
Market Lofts on Third Apartments
Market Lofts on Third Apartments is a 192-unit apartment community located at 2225 3rd Ave N in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.8 miles from Samford University. Built in 2023, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, along with features such as air conditioning, dishwashers, controlled access, and a dog park. Additional amenities include a clubhouse, community lounge, business center, BBQ grill, courtyard, elevator access, and cable TV.
Armour & Co.
Armour & Co. is a 20-unit apartment community located at 2309 1st Ave N Suite 101 in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.6 miles from Samford University. Originally built in 1897, the property offers fully furnished units with full kitchens, granite countertops, and modern amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, and controlled access. Residents have access to on-site conveniences such as an elevator, community lounge, and convenience store.
Advenir at Station 121
Advenir at Station 121 is an apartment community with 261 units located at 2000 2nd Ave S in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.3 miles from Samford University. Built in 2010, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, full kitchens with dishwashers, dog park, clubhouse, and controlled access. Units feature air conditioning, balcony patios, carpet, and heating.
Jemison Flats
Jemison Flats is a 59-unit apartment community located at 1827 1st Ave N in Birmingham, AL, approximately 3.5 miles from Samford University. Built in 1900, the property offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, air conditioning, hardwood floors, a fitness center, community lounge, and 24/7 maintenance with on-site management.
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