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Fountain Blue

1561 Pike Rd, Birmingham, AL 35218

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  • Monthly Rent

    $675 - $750

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 1.5 ba

  • Square Feet

    550 - 820 sq ft

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  • Unit 1549 G
    price $675
    square feet 550
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$750 2 Beds 1.5 Baths 820 Sq Ft
4 Available units
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  • Unit 1553 A
    price $750
    square feet 820
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  • Unit 1557 B
    price $750
    square feet 820
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  • Unit 1561 C
    price $750
    square feet 820
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  • Unit 1561 E
    price $750
    square feet 820
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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Administrative Fee
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        $150
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per unit.
        $75

Pet policies are negotiable.

  • Dogs
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $300
    45 lbs. Weight Limit
  • Cats
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $300
    45 lbs. Weight Limit

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Lease Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1972
  • 58 units/2 stories

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This 810 square foot apartment, known as Fountain Blue Unit C, offers a unique layout with 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, making it suitable for larger families or shared living situations. The single-story unit features an open-plan living area that combines the kitchen and living room, creating a spacious feel upon entry. The living area is highlighted by warm hardwood flooring that extends throughout most of the apartment, adding a touch of elegance and ease of maintenance. Large windows allow natural light to flood the space, enhancing the bright and airy atmosphere. The kitchen, while compact, is functional with white cabinetry, a window for ventilation, and essential appliances. The primary bedroom, measuring 170 square feet, provides ample space for a comfortable retreat. The additional bedrooms, while smaller, offer versatility for various uses such as guest rooms, home offices, or children's rooms. The bathrooms feature practical designs with tiled walls and flooring. Storage is addressed with built-in closets in the bedrooms, helping to maximize the available space. The apartment's layout, as seen in the floor plan image, shows a logical flow between rooms, with a central hallway providing access to the various areas of the home. While some areas may benefit from updates or minor repairs, this apartment presents a solid foundation for those seeking a multi-bedroom living space in a compact footprint. The overall design prioritizes functionality and adaptability, catering to diverse living arrangements within its 810 square foot area.

Two-Bedroom, One-and-One-Half-Bath Unit
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This 810 square foot apartment, known as Fountain Blue Unit C, offers a unique layout with 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, making it suitable for larger families or shared living situations. The single-story unit features an open-plan living area that combines the kitchen and living room, creating a spacious feel upon entry.

The living area is highlighted by warm hardwood flooring that extends throughout most of the apartment, adding a touch of elegance and ease of maintenance. Large windows allow natural light to flood the space, enhancing the bright and airy atmosphere. The kitchen, while compact, is functional with white cabinetry, a window for ventilation, and essential appliances.

The primary bedroom, measuring 170 square feet, provides ample space for a comfortable retreat. The additional bedrooms, while smaller, offer versatility for various uses such as guest rooms, home offices, or children's rooms. The bathrooms feature practical designs with tiled walls and flooring.

Storage is addressed with built-in closets in the bedrooms, helping to maximize the available space. The apartment's layout, as seen in the floor plan image, shows a logical flow between rooms, with a central hallway providing access to the various areas of the home.

While some areas may benefit from updates or minor repairs, this apartment presents a solid foundation for those seeking a multi-bedroom living space in a compact footprint. The overall design prioritizes functionality and adaptability, catering to diverse living arrangements within its 810 square foot area.

About Fountain Blue

Located right off Interstate 20/59, just a few blocks from 5 Points West Ensley, this standard 1 & 2-bedroom apartments are convenient to pretty much everywhere. Our 2-Bedroom units include central heat & air, as well as a private half-bath. Our 1-bedroom units utilize a PTAC system. Kitchen appliances included with all units. Community Laundry center. Total electric. Hard floor surfaces throughout for easy cleanup. Units may vary in style and appliances. Rent Special: One-month free (*Still requires 1st month rent and deposit at lease signing). Subject to prior sale or lease, change in price, or withdrawal from market without notice. Rental availability may change hourly, and there is no guarantee that rental availability listed will be the same when you contact our office. The information contained herein form sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made to the accuracy thereof. Watts Realty Co., Inc. Copyright 2025. All rights reserved.

Fountain Blue is an apartment community located in Jefferson County and the 35218 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Birmingham City School District attendance zone.

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Community Amenities

  • Maintenance on site
  • Trash Pickup - Curbside
  • Online Services

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Walk-In Closets

Refrigerator

Freezer

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Office
  • Walk-In Closets
Location
1561 Pike Rd, Birmingham,
AL 35218
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City - Birmingham

As one of the major economic centers of Alabama and one of the signature cities of the Southeast, Birmingham has done an impressive job of adapting to the new demands of the 21st century. The city that once built a reputation as the “Pittsburgh of the South” thanks to a robust steel manufacturing industry is now a hip community attracting entrepreneurs, artists, and innovative personalities. Birmingham remains one of the most active business hubs in the region, with headquarters for everything from banks to biotech firms operating in the city.

The dining, nightlife, and entertainment scenes have all grown rapidly in recent years, and just about everyone in town has an opinion about where to find the best brewery. Gorgeously preserved historic buildings and a pervasive attitude of down-home hospitality have kept Birmingham’s famous southern charm intact as well, creating a unique environment where the best elements of the traditional and the modern complement each other.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Ensley Highlands Birmingham, AL
Studio - $993
1 Bedroom $760 $1,177
2 Bedrooms $834 $1,306
3 Bedrooms $1,223 $1,583
Amenities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Trash Pickup - Curbside
  • Online Services
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Office
  • Walk-In Closets
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Birmingham Southern College
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Miles College
Drive: 8 min 3.3 mi
Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham
Drive: 9 min 6.0 mi
Virginia College, Birmingham
Drive: 14 min 9.3 mi
Fountain Blue is within 8 minutes or 3.3 miles from Miles College. It is also near Birmingham Southern College and Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Minor Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Jackson-Olin High School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Attendance Zone
Bush Hills Academy
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Holy Family Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Fountain Blue is near Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International, located 10.4 miles or 15 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Birmingham
Drive: 9 min 5.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
Drive: 15 min 10.4 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Fountain Blue.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
CrossPlex Village
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Five Points West Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Crown Plaza Shopping Center
Drive: 4 min 2.2 mi
Fountain Blue has 3 shopping centers within 2.2 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
McWane Science Center
Drive: 8 min 5.5 mi
Vulcan Park and Museum
Drive: 14 min 8.9 mi
Birmingham Zoo
Drive: 15 min 9.7 mi
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Drive: 15 min 10.0 mi
Homewood Forest Preserve
Drive: 17 min 10.8 mi
Fountain Blue has 5 parks within 10.8 miles, including McWane Science Center, Vulcan Park and Museum, and Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Princeton Baptist Medical Center
Drive: 6 min 3.1 mi
The Children's Hospital of Alabama
Drive: 10 min 6.1 mi
University of Alabama Hospital
Drive: 10 min 6.3 mi
Fountain Blue has 3 hospitals within 6.3 miles, the nearest is Princeton Baptist Medical Center which is 3.1 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Navy/Marine Training Center
Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi
Anniston Army Depot
Drive: 83 min 61.4 mi
Fountain Blue is 2.8 miles from Navy/Marine Training Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Anniston Army Depot.
 
 

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  • Multi-Building Offering With Multiple Points of Access

  • Two-Bedroom, One-and-One-Half-Bath Unit

  • Parcel View

  • Parking Availability Throughout

  • Ample Parking Available

  • Exterior Corridor Accessibility & Walk-Up

  • Exterior

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Models

  • 2BR, 1.5BA - 820SF

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fountain Blue have in-unit laundry?

Fountain Blue does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at Fountain Blue?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Fountain Blue?

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Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Fountain Blue has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $675/mo. to $750/mo.

Is Fountain Blue pet-friendly?

Yes, Fountain Blue welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Fountain Blue?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $675 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $27,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Fountain Blue have move-in specials?

Fountain Blue is offering 1 Month Free for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $675.

Does Fountain Blue offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! Fountain Blue offers 4 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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