*Summer Rent Special: First Month's Rent FREE*
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. Service animals & emotional support animals (ESA) are not pets and are reviewed individually as reasonable accommodation requests under fair housing law. Online registrations and certificates are not accepted. Where the disability or the need for the animal is not readily apparent, documentation from your medical provider may be required.
No Smoking Allowed.
Visit www.wattsrealty[.]com/tenant-resouces 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 from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made to the accuracy thereof. Watts Realty Co., Inc. Copyright 2026. All rights reserved.
The Hillside Apartments
1521 17th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
Apartment building
1 bed
Air conditioning (central)
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
 Unit 18 1 bd, 1 ba | 440 | Now | $775 |
What's special
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Laundry: Hookups
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Range Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer Dryer Hookups: Washer Connections
Cooling
- Air Conditioning
- Central Air Conditioning: Central Heating & Air
Flooring
- Laminate: Laminate Flooring
Other
- Carpeted Bedrooms
- HVAC
- Kitchen Appliances
- None
- Range Hood Vent
- Total Electric
- Tub/Shower Combo
Policies
Parking
- Off Street Parking
Special Features
- Carpeted Bedrooms
- Hard Floor Surfaces
- Kitchen Appliances
- Tub/Shower Combo
Neighborhood: Five Points South
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
 / 100
Some TransitBike Score®
 / 100
Somewhat BikeableNearby schools in Birmingham
Glen Iris Elementary School
Grades PK-6 • 0.7 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Washington Elementary School
Grades PK-8 • 1.8 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10Student Progress Rating
10/10Parker High School
Grades 9-12 • 2.5 miles2/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10College Readiness Rating
1/10Student Progress Rating
2/10Living in Birmingham
Five Points South sits just south of downtown Birmingham, with hilly streets and a mix of historic buildings, apartments, and commercial blocks. The area’s past is visible in its older architecture, while Five Points South’s central junction gives the neighborhood a distinctive urban feel. Restaurants, cafés, and bars line the district’s main streets, alongside everyday shops and services; nearby cultural destinations include the Alabama Theatre downtown. Green spaces and walking routes offer ways to spend time outdoors, and the neighborhood’s sidewalks and bus connections make getting around without a car practical, though hills shape some trips. The climate brings hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. For the Five Points South neighborhood, the median rent is $1,293 per month, with a typical range of $595 to $3,500, based on 114 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of The Hillside Apartments?
The Hillside Apartments has a walk score of 72, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of The Hillside Apartments?
The Hillside Apartments has a transit score of 34, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to The Hillside Apartments?
The schools assigned to The Hillside Apartments include Glen Iris Elementary School, Washington Elementary School, and Parker High School.
Does The Hillside Apartments have in-unit laundry?
The Hillside Apartments has washer/dryer hookups available.
What neighborhood is The Hillside Apartments in?
The Hillside Apartments is in the Five Points South neighborhood in Birmingham, AL.
What are The Hillside Apartments's policies on pets?
Cats are not allowed. Large dogs are not allowed. Small dogs are not allowed.
