The 600
600 19th St N,
Birmingham, AL 35203
$1,455 - $3,595
1-3 Beds
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham Campus - Birmingham, AL Area Guide
They are the mighty Blazers who wear the green and gold
UAB
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From humble beginnings in 1969, the University of Alabama at Birmingham has experienced tremendous growth in size, quality, reputation, and impact. UAB is a comprehensive university equipped with a nationally recognized academic health center, offering more than 115 areas of study. Situated in Alabama’s largest city, UAB is also Birmingham’s largest employer. The Blazers sports teams compete in NCAA Division I Conference USA. The university is located in the hip Five Points South neighborhood, adjacent to Downtown Birmingham, so options for housing are abundant. School of Dentistry students and faculty may want to focus their search on the east side of campus, nearby 19th and 20th Streets South, while those frequenting the School of Business might prefer to concentrate on the west side of campus, between 11th and 12th Streets South. With hundreds of student organizations and activities for every possible interest as well as tons of urban amenities, you can always find something to do near the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Birmingham, AL is $988 for a studio, $1,187 for one bedroom, $1,307 for two bedrooms, and $1,595 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Birmingham has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
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Studio
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469 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$988/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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745 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,187/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,034 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,307/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,343 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,595/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly The University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham Campus - Birmingham, AL (University) is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
Daily Essentials
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham Campus - Birmingham, AL (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk
Groceries
60
/ 100
Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
70
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Good Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
60
/ 100
Recreation
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham Campus - Birmingham, AL (University) provides green space and wellness resources in certain areas.
Large Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
70
/ 100
Fair Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
40
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in The University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham Campus - Birmingham, AL (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere at Times
Vibrancy
50
/ 100
Fair Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
50
/ 100
Very Noisy
Quiet Score
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
713 Students
Public
Grades K-5
619 Students
Public
Grades K-5
514 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
654 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
582 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
654 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
567 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
333 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,175 Students
South Hampton Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
513 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,561 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
660 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,147 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
826 Students
George Washington Carver High School
Public
Grades 9-12
531 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- McWane Science Center
- Vulcan Park and Museum
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens
- Birmingham Zoo
- Homewood Forest Preserve
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
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