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The Hillside Apartments


1521 17th St S Birmingham, AL

1 - 2 Bed
1 Bath

440 - 880 Sq. Ft.

Available Now
1 Bed • 1 Bath
$800
440 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Watts Realty Company, Inc. (NEW)
1 Bedroom at The Hillside Apartments
$800
Available Now
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$935
880 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Watts Realty Company, Inc. (NEW)
Unit 6
$935
Available Now
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Security Deposit:

800 - 935

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Description

Welcome to The Hillside Apartments in Birmingham, AL! These cozy 1 & 2-bedroom apartments offer a comfortable living space just minutes from UAB's campus, and the shops & restaurants of downtown. The units feature central heating & air for year-round comfort and a total electric setup for convenience. The kitchens come equipped with appliances for most cooking needs. The bathroom includes a tub/shower combo, and the units boasts a mix of hard surface flooring and carpet for added comfort. Enjoy the convenience of laundry day without the hassle of going outside. Off-street parking is available for residents. Don't miss out on this charming apartment at The Hillside Apartments!
12-month lease term.
Tenant is responsible for setting up and maintain electric utility with Alabama Power Company.
Water/Sewer is a $50 Flat Fee in addition to rent.
No Pets Allowed. Please note that only service dogs as defined by the Americans with Disability Act (Title III) are permitted. Pets of any other type including dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA and will not be accommodated.
No Smoking Allowed.
Visit https://www.wattsrealty.com/tenants to view our qualification requirements for residency.
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.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 24
Last Updated: Updated 38 minutes ago
Contact Number: (205) 251-1267
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Charter Communications 940.0 35.0
ViaSat, Inc. 100.0 3.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
AT&T Inc. 18.0 0.768
AT&T Inc. 6.0 0.512
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for The Hillside Apartments by bedroom type below.
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$28,800
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$33,700
per year
Rent report

The Hillside Apartments Rent vs. Birmingham Average

 The Hillside Apartments      Birmingham Average
1BR
$800
$1,070
$0
$350
$700
$1,050
$1,400
2BR
$935
$1,248
$0
$450
$900
$1,350
$1,800

The Hillside Apartments is asking 25% less than the average 2 bedroom apartment in Birmingham.

If you upsized to an average priced Birmingham 3 bedroom apartment, you would pay 17% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Birmingham 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 17% less per month.

The Hillside Apartments provides 18% less square footage than the average Birmingham 2 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The Hillside Apartments
1BR $800 $1.80 $2,400
2BR $935 $1.10 $2,805
Birmingham Average
Studio $957 $2.00 $2,872
1BR $1,070 $1.40 $3,209
2BR $1,248 $1.20 $3,745
3BR $1,497 $1.10 $4,492
4BR $1,698 $1.00 $5,094

Availability in Birmingham

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 510 2BR units on the market in Birmingham. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
4% 30% 39% 25% 2%
Available Units in Birmingham
Studio 54
1BR 397
2BR 510
3BR 324
4BR 31
Location
Nearby Colleges
Campus Buildings and Attractions
Distance Walking Biking Driving
UAB Hospital Highlands 0.7 mi 14 min 4 min 2 min
UAB Campus Recreation 0.8 mi 15 min 5 min 3 min
Sterne Library 0.8 mi 16 min 6 min 2 min
Hill Student Center 1.0 mi 20 min 7 min 3 min
University of Alabama Hospital 1.1 mi 21 min 6 min 3 min
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Uab Hospital Highlands 0.5 mi.
Callahan Eye Hospital 0.81 mi.
Va Medical Center Birmingham 0.81 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Rocky Ridge Fire District 0.75 mi.
North Shelby County Fire And Emergency Medical District 0.75 mi.
Minor Heights Fire District 0.75 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 2 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 2 units vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 440 to 880 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
The property manager did not submit a pet policy with this listing.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $800 to $935. The Hillside Apartments has 2 bedroom units available starting at $935 and 1 bedroom units available starting at $800.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 1521 17th St S in Birmingham, AL. It's 1.9 miles south from the center of Birmingham.
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