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2901 Avenue U #1, Birmingham, AL 35208, USA|Ensley Highlands
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| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Allowed
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About 2901 Avenue U #1
This 1,496 sq ft home at 2901 Avenue U offers three bedrooms and two full baths in a comfortable, liveable layout that leaves room for personal touches. Bright rooms and a practical floor plan make everyday life easy while the size gives options for a home office or flexible living spaces. You'll find Central Park Elementary (4915 Avenue Q) within a short drive for school needs, and the property has straightforward access to I?20/I?59 for commuting into downtown Birmingham. Nearby services and city amenities are close enough to handle errands without losing the feel of a quieter street. SECTION 8 WELCOME!!!
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 2901 Avenue U, Birmingham, AL 35208, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 244 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Address details
| Neighborhood | Ensley Highlands |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 35208 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Ensley Highlands
3-bedroom apartments at 2901 Avenue U #1 cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Birmingham.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Ensley Highlands
Birmingham
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,275 |
| November 2024 | $1,267 |
| December 2024 | $1,256 |
| January 2025 | $1,267 |
| February 2025 | $1,257 |
| March 2025 | $1,250 |
| April 2025 | $1,246 |
| May 2025 | $1,248 |
| June 2025 | $1,247 |
| July 2025 | $1,250 |
| August 2025 | $1,257 |
| September 2025 | $1,275 |
| October 2025 | $1,250 |
| November 2025 | $1,249 |
| December 2025 | $1,207 |
| January 2026 | $1,200 |
| February 2026 | $1,200 |
| March 2026 | $1,200 |
| April 2026 | $1,200 |
| May 2026 | $1,200 |
| June 2026 | $1,200 |
| July 2026 | $1,199 |
| August 2026 | $1,200 |
| September 2026 | $1,200 |
| October 2026 | $1,200 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,212 |
| November 2024 | $1,154 |
| December 2024 | $1,141 |
| January 2025 | $1,243 |
| February 2025 | $1,140 |
| March 2025 | $1,100 |
| April 2025 | $1,156 |
| May 2025 | $1,170 |
| June 2025 | $1,202 |
| July 2025 | $1,252 |
| August 2025 | $1,162 |
| September 2025 | $1,250 |
| October 2025 | $1,255 |
| November 2025 | $1,042 |
| December 2025 | $1,025 |
| January 2026 | $1,014 |
| February 2026 | $1,014 |
| March 2026 | $1,056 |
| April 2026 | $1,050 |
| May 2026 | $1,056 |
| June 2026 | $1,085 |
| July 2026 | $1,081 |
| August 2026 | $1,101 |
| September 2026 | $1,112 |
| October 2026 | $1,100 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $1,195 | 3 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 2901 Avenue U #1
Minor Elementary School
2425 ave sensley
birmingham, AL, 35218
PK, K-5Public
C-
Central Park Elementary School
4915 ave q
birmingham, AL, 35208
PK, K-5Public
C-
West End Academy
1840 pearson ave sw
birmingham, AL, 35211
PK, K-5Public
C-
Charles A. Brown Elementary School
4811 court j
birmingham, AL, 35208
PK, K-5Public
C-
Hemphill Elementary School
714 12th st sw
birmingham, AL, 35211
PK, K-5Public
C-
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Getting around Birmingham near 2901 Avenue U #1
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 2901 Avenue U #1, Birmingham
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Other units at this address
2901 Avenue U, Birmingham, AL
2901 Avenue U Birmingham, AL
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3 Beds, 2 Baths
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2 Baths
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