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3221 Avenue S, Birmingham, AL 35208, USA|Ensley Highlands
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Property Overview
A balanced blend of location, layout, and practical appeal makes this address stand out, with features that support everyday comfort and convenience. It also offers strong potential for a range of uses, pairing desirable characteristics with a setting that adds to its overall value.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Eco-friendly trash disposal
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 3221 Avenue S, Ensley Highlands
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Sewer |
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About 3221 Avenue S
2 bedroom 1 bath downstairs apartment.
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 3221 Avenue S, Birmingham, AL 35208, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This address has recycling pickup
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 1.6 miles from public transportation
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 3.9 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.5 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Ensley Highlands |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 35208 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Ensley Highlands
2-bedroom apartments at 3221 Avenue S cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Birmingham.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Ensley Highlands
Birmingham
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,163 |
| November 2024 | $1,143 |
| December 2024 | $1,154 |
| January 2025 | $1,161 |
| February 2025 | $1,130 |
| March 2025 | $1,088 |
| April 2025 | $1,088 |
| May 2025 | $1,046 |
| June 2025 | $1,018 |
| July 2025 | $1,055 |
| August 2025 | $1,083 |
| September 2025 | $1,030 |
| October 2025 | $1,036 |
| November 2025 | $1,048 |
| December 2025 | $1,048 |
| January 2026 | $1,008 |
| February 2026 | $1,027 |
| March 2026 | $1,004 |
| April 2026 | $1,023 |
| May 2026 | $1,000 |
| June 2026 | $1,000 |
| July 2026 | $1,023 |
| August 2026 | $1,033 |
| September 2026 | $1,059 |
| October 2026 | $1,050 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $750 |
| December 2024 | $752 |
| May 2025 | $818 |
| June 2025 | $799 |
| August 2025 | $799 |
| September 2025 | $799 |
| October 2025 | $799 |
| November 2025 | $799 |
| December 2025 | $799 |
| January 2026 | $799 |
| February 2026 | $799 |
| March 2026 | $799 |
| April 2026 | $799 |
| May 2026 | $819 |
| June 2026 | $937 |
| July 2026 | $1,000 |
| August 2026 | $967 |
| September 2026 | $950 |
| October 2026 | $900 |
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Can I afford to live at 3221 Avenue S?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$34,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $850.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $1,250 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 months ago | $900 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 3221 Avenue S
Central Park Elementary School
4915 ave q
birmingham, AL, 35208
PK, K-5Public
C-
Minor Elementary School
2425 ave sensley
birmingham, AL, 35218
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-
Richard Arrington Elementary School
2101 jefferson ave sw
birmingham, AL, 35211
PK, K-5Public
C-
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Getting around Birmingham near 3221 Avenue S
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 3221 Avenue S, Birmingham
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within a short drive
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