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The V Apartments

1903 Vestavia Ct, Vestavia, AL 35216 Property Website

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  • Monthly Rent

    $998 - $1,298

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 3 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    662 - 1,341 sq ft

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The V Apartments offer modern features with a hint of vintage charm, including real hardwood floors. The one, two, and three bedroom apartment homes feature spacious kitchens and bathrooms and bright living spaces. All apartments are newly renovated and upgraded with Shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, white appliances, modern finishes, and washer/dryer connections. For your convenience, parking is available on-site. The community is pet-friendly and offers green space for a trip outside. Our professional management team and 24-hour emergency maintenance service ensure that you are in good hands.Contact us today to schedule your personal tour and discover your new home!

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1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom $998
1 Bed 1 Bath 662 Sq Ft
3 Available units
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  • Unit 1920D
    price $998
    square feet 662
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1916A
    price $998
    square feet 662
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  • Unit 1916C
    price $998
    square feet 662
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3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom $1,298
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,341 Sq Ft
4 Available units
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  • Unit 1904B
    price $1,298
    square feet 1,341
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  • Unit 1905D
    price $1,298
    square feet 1,341
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1904D
    price $1,298
    square feet 1,341
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1908D
    price $1,298
    square feet 1,341
    availibility Now

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,264 Sq Ft
2 Bedroom 2 Bath + Office Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 1 Bath 1,341 Sq Ft
1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom $998
1 Bed 1 Bath 662 Sq Ft
3 Available units
Unit
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Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 1920D
    price $998
    square feet 662
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1916A
    price $998
    square feet 662
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1916C
    price $998
    square feet 662
    availibility Now
3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom $1,298
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,341 Sq Ft
4 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 1904B
    price $1,298
    square feet 1,341
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1905D
    price $1,298
    square feet 1,341
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1904D
    price $1,298
    square feet 1,341
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1908D
    price $1,298
    square feet 1,341
    availibility Now

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,264 Sq Ft
2 Bedroom 2 Bath + Office Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 1 Bath 1,341 Sq Ft
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        Off street parking, first come first serve, residents only, no guests.
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      Utilities Included

      • Air Conditioning

      Property Information

      • Built in 1962
      • 50 units/2 stories
      • Furnished Units Available

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      1BR, 1BA - 662SF
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      About The V Apartments

      The V Apartments offer modern features with a hint of vintage charm, including real hardwood floors. The one, two, and three bedroom apartment homes feature spacious kitchens and bathrooms and bright living spaces. All apartments are newly renovated and upgraded with Shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, white appliances, modern finishes, and washer/dryer connections. For your convenience, parking is available on-site. The community is pet-friendly and offers green space for a trip outside. Our professional management team and 24-hour emergency maintenance service ensure that you are in good hands.Contact us today to schedule your personal tour and discover your new home!

      The V Apartments is an apartment community located in Jefferson County and the 35216 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Vestavia Hills City attendance zone.

      Unique Features

      • 2-Tone Kitchen Cabinets
      • Updater Move-in Concierge
      • Award Winning Vestavia School District
      • New Cabinets
      • Newly Renovated Community in Vestavia Hills
      • Stand Alone Showers in select homes
      • Subway Tile Kitchen Backsplash
      • Tile Flooring
      • On-site Parking
      • Walk to Local Shopping, Dining, & Entertainment
      • Tub/Shower Tile Surrounds
      • Modern Lighting Package
      • Pet-Friendly
      • Washer/Dryer Included (1 BR Floor Plan)
      • BBQ/Picnic Area
      • Newly Renovated Apartments in Vestavia Hills
      • Floor to Ceiling Windows in select homes
      • Off Street Parking
      • Pay Rent Online; 24/7 Online Customer Service
      • 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartment Homes
      • Curved Shower Rods in select homes
      • Dark Hardwood Floors
      • New 2 inch Wood Blinds
      • New Fixtures
      • Open Concept Living Spaces
      • W&D In 1 Bedrooms

      Contact

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      Language: English
      Open 9am - 5pm Today
      • Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
      • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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      Community Amenities

      Furnished Units Available

      Concierge

      Grill

      Picnic Area

      • Maintenance on site
      • Concierge
      • Furnished Units Available
      • Courtyard
      • Grill
      • Picnic Area

      Apartment Features

      Washer/Dryer

      Air Conditioning

      Dishwasher

      Washer/Dryer Hookup

      High Speed Internet Access

      Hardwood Floors

      Granite Countertops

      Microwave

      Highlights

      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Washer/Dryer
      • Washer/Dryer Hookup
      • Air Conditioning
      • Heating
      • Ceiling Fans
      • Smoke Free
      • Cable Ready
      • Tub/Shower
      • Framed Mirrors
      • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

      Kitchen Features & Appliances

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal
      • Ice Maker
      • Granite Countertops
      • Stainless Steel Appliances
      • Kitchen
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Quartz Countertops

      Model Details

      • Hardwood Floors
      • Tile Floors
      • Window Coverings
      • Floor to Ceiling Windows
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      Amenities
      • Maintenance on site
      • Concierge
      • Furnished Units Available
      • Courtyard
      • Grill
      • Picnic Area
      • 2-Tone Kitchen Cabinets
      • Updater Move-in Concierge
      • Award Winning Vestavia School District
      • New Cabinets
      • Newly Renovated Community in Vestavia Hills
      • Stand Alone Showers in select homes
      • Subway Tile Kitchen Backsplash
      • Tile Flooring
      • On-site Parking
      • Walk to Local Shopping, Dining, & Entertainment
      • Tub/Shower Tile Surrounds
      • Modern Lighting Package
      • Pet-Friendly
      • Washer/Dryer Included (1 BR Floor Plan)
      • BBQ/Picnic Area
      • Newly Renovated Apartments in Vestavia Hills
      • Floor to Ceiling Windows in select homes
      • Off Street Parking
      • Pay Rent Online; 24/7 Online Customer Service
      • 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartment Homes
      • Curved Shower Rods in select homes
      • Dark Hardwood Floors
      • New 2 inch Wood Blinds
      • New Fixtures
      • Open Concept Living Spaces
      • W&D In 1 Bedrooms
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Washer/Dryer
      • Washer/Dryer Hookup
      • Air Conditioning
      • Heating
      • Ceiling Fans
      • Smoke Free
      • Cable Ready
      • Tub/Shower
      • Framed Mirrors
      • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal
      • Ice Maker
      • Granite Countertops
      • Stainless Steel Appliances
      • Kitchen
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Quartz Countertops
      • Hardwood Floors
      • Tile Floors
      • Window Coverings
      • Floor to Ceiling Windows
      Expenses
      Utilities Included
      Air Conditioning Included
      Office Hours
      Monday 9am - 5pm
      Tuesday 9am - 5pm
      Wednesday 9am - 5pm
      Thursday 9am - 5pm
      Friday 9am - 5pm
      Saturday Closed
      Sunday Closed
      659-204-5773
      City - Vestavia

      Vestavia, also known as Vestavia Hills, is a family-friendly suburb situated about six miles south of Birmingham. Vestavia enjoy a small-town atmosphere, exceptional schools, and lush natural beauty within minutes of Birmingham’s many big-city amenities.

      Vestavia offers an array of suburban amenities, from diverse restaurants and shops strewn along Highway 31 to numerous brand-name retailers and eateries at the Summit Birmingham. Vestavia is also home to scenic parks such as Wald Park and McCallum Park, where residents partake in all kinds of outdoor recreation.

      Multiple area attractions are within minutes of tranquil Vestavia, including the Birmingham Zoo, Railroad Park Foundation, and Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum. Quick access to Highway 31, I-65, and I-459 makes getting around from Vestavia simple.

      Learn more about living in Vestavia 
      Education
      Colleges & Universities Distance
      Colleges & Universities Distance
      Samford University
      Drive: 6 min 2.9 mi
      Virginia College, Birmingham
      Drive: 10 min 4.7 mi
      Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham
      Drive: 10 min 6.1 mi
      Birmingham Southern College
      Drive: 16 min 10.0 mi
      The V Apartments is within 6 minutes or 2.9 miles from Samford University. It is also near Virginia College, Birmingham and Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham.
      Schools
      • Public Schools
      • Private Schools
      Vestavia Hills Elementary School East
      Public Elementary School
      Grades PK-5
      759 Students
      Attendance Zone
      Louis Pizitz Middle School
      Public Middle School
      Grades 6-8
      1,158 Students
      Attendance Zone
      Vestavia Hills High School
      Public High School
      Grades 10-12
      1,578 Students
      Attendance Zone
      Vestavia Day School
      Private Elementary School
      Grades PK-3
      225 Students
      Nearby
      Heritage Academy
      Private Elementary, Middle & High School
      Grades 1-12
      165 Students
      Nearby
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      Transportation

      The V Apartments is near Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International, located 10.1 miles or 16 minutes away.

      Commuter Rail Distance
      Commuter Rail Distance
      Birmingham
      Drive: 9 min 6.3 mi
      Airports Distance
      Airports Distance
      Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
      Drive: 16 min 10.1 mi
      Very Walkable
      70
      Walk Score®
      Out of 100
      If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
      Minimal Transit
      0
      Transit Score®
      Out of 100
      Somewhat Bikeable
      37
      Bike Score®
      Out of 100
      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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      Points of Interest

      Time and distance from The V Apartments.

      Shopping Centers Distance
      Shopping Centers Distance
      Vestavia Place
      Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
      Vestavia Hills City Center
      Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
      Shoppes at City Hall
      Walk: 20 min 1.1 mi
      The V Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.1 miles, which is about a 20-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
      Parks and Recreation Distance
      Parks and Recreation Distance
      Homewood Forest Preserve
      Drive: 5 min 2.6 mi
      Birmingham Zoo
      Drive: 6 min 3.9 mi
      Vulcan Park and Museum
      Drive: 7 min 4.1 mi
      Birmingham Botanical Gardens
      Drive: 7 min 4.2 mi
      Aldridge Botanical Gardens
      Drive: 11 min 5.2 mi
      The V Apartments has 5 parks within 5.2 miles, including Homewood Forest Preserve, Birmingham Zoo, and Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
      Hospitals Distance
      Hospitals Distance
      Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
      Drive: 2 min 1.4 mi
      Callahan Eye Hospital
      Drive: 9 min 5.8 mi
      University of Alabama Hospital
      Drive: 9 min 5.8 mi
      The V Apartments has 3 hospitals within 5.8 miles, the nearest is Brookwood Baptist Medical Center which is 1.4 miles away and a 2 minute drive.
      Military Bases Distance
      Military Bases Distance
      Navy/Marine Training Center
      Drive: 16 min 9.9 mi
      Anniston Army Depot
      Drive: 81 min 60.1 mi
      The V Apartments is 9.9 miles from Navy/Marine Training Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Anniston Army Depot.
       
       

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      • Spacious 1 bedroom with large windows

      • 1BR, 1BA - 662SF

      • Grill

      • Aerial Context

      • 3BR, 2BA - 1341SF - Kitchen

      Models

      • 1 Bedroom

      • 2 Bedrooms

      • 2 Bedrooms

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      Frequently Asked Questions
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      The V Apartments has one to three bedrooms with rent ranges from $998/mo. to $1,298/mo.

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      The V Apartments is in Hoover/Vestavia Hills in the city of Vestavia. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.1 miles of the property. Five parks are within 5.2 miles, including Homewood Forest Preserve, Birmingham Zoo, and Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

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