The James on Highland
1142 22nd St S,
Birmingham, AL 35205
$1,520 - $3,250
1-2 Beds
One of Alabama’s oldest and most historic neighborhoods, Highland Park, is also one of its prettiest. Highland Park features hilly, wooded streets lined with a diverse collection of architecture that includes historic mansions, office towers, and apartment buildings. Other important landmarks include the Highland Park Golf Course, Virginia Samford Theatre, and the Donnelly House.
Highland Park sits along the east side of Five Points South and Southtown and is within a few blocks of the University of Alabama at Birmingham. St. Vincent Hospital and the Southview Medical Group are also located in the neighborhood. Residents enjoy local hotspots like O’Henry’s Coffee and Tea and Rojo, along with several parks, including Rufus Rhodes Park, William J. Rushton Sr. Park, and Caldwell Park. Highland Park Golf Course, the oldest golf course in Alabama, is located on the east side of the neighborhood.
Highland Park Golf Course is the state’s oldest golf course, established in 1903
The popular Garage Café provides a rustic setting for pub food
Pathway leading into Caldwell Park
Caldwell Park hosts a variety of festivals and events, including the popular Do Dah Day
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Highland Park is $796 for a studio, $973 for one bedroom, $1,199 for two bedrooms, and $2,274 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Highland Park has decreased by -0.3% in the past year.
Studio
476 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$796/month
Average Rent
1 BR
604 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$973/month
Average Rent
2 BR
818 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,199/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,547 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,274/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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