Welcome to Mountain Crest Apartments, a well-located community in Birmingham's vibrant Five Points South neighborhood. Originally built in 1976 and updated throughout the 2010s and 2020s, Mountain Crest offers modern apartment living just minutes from UAB and some of Birmingham's most popular dining and entertainment destinations.
Each apartment features an in-unit washer and dryer, walk-in closet, vinyl flooring, updated appliances, and refreshed interior finishes designed for comfortable everyday living.
Residents enjoy a highly walkable location near UAB Campus, UAB Highlands Hospital, and Five Points South, with local favorites like Chez Fonfon, Filter Coffee Parlor, and Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q nearby. Publix on 20th Street is also just minutes away for grocery shopping and daily essentials.
Discover apartments near UAB in Birmingham, AL that combine modern updates, convenience, and a prime location at Mountain Crest Apartments.
New residents must set up their electric accounts with Alabama Power.
Costs:
$75 Per Application
$400 Security Deposit
$200 Administration Fee
$20 Initial Water Start-Up Fee
$39.50 Monthly Service Fees
Monthly Water/Sewer Charges Vary
All Pets Are Welcome!
$300 Initial Pet Fee
$15 Monthly Pet Fee (Per Pet)
Apartment for rent
Apartment
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
In unit laundry
Off street parking
What's special
Refreshed interior finishesIn-unit washer and dryerUpdated appliancesWalk-in closetVinyl flooring
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Range/Oven, Walk In Closet
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 540 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: HVAC, No Utilities Are Included In Rent Price, Range/Oven, RangeOven
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Details
- Building name: Mountain Crest
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 10/12/2026 | Price change | $1,021-2%$2/sqft |
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| 10/8/2026 | Price change | $1,042+0.7%$2/sqft |
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| 10/5/2026 | Price change | $1,035+0.7%$2/sqft |
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| 9/24/2026 | Price change | $1,028+0.7%$2/sqft |
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| 9/15/2026 | Price change | $1,021-0.7%$2/sqft |
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| 9/14/2026 | Price change | $1,028+0.7%$2/sqft |
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| 9/2/2026 | Price change | $1,021+4.3%$2/sqft |
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| 9/1/2026 | Price change | $979+0.7%$2/sqft |
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| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $972+1.5%$2/sqft |
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| 8/17/2026 | Price change | $958+0.7%$2/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Price change | $951+0.6%$2/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $945-2.9%$2/sqft |
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| 7/24/2026 | Price change | $973+0.6%$2/sqft |
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| 7/17/2026 | Price change | $967+0.7%$2/sqft |
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| 7/10/2026 | Price change | $960+0.3%$2/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $957+59.5%$2/sqft |
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| 6/20/2013 | Listing removed | $600$1/sqft |
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| 4/23/2013 | Listed for rent | $600$1/sqft |
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