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Highlights
- Dishwasher
- Elegant hardwood flooring
- 2 spacious bedrooms
- Gas heat
- Open living and dining area
- Abundant cabinet space
Location
656 Valley Crest Dr, Birmingham, AL 35215, USA|Echo Highlands
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Amenities for 656 Valley Crest Dr, Echo Highlands
Apartment Amenities
| 2 Floors | Carpet |
| Central Air | Electric Heating |
| Fireplace | Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Exterior Type: Brick | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage |
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About 656 Valley Crest Dr
Property Status: Active Move-In Special!!! Enjoy the rest of March 2026 FREE! Step into this beautifully renovated townhome featuring 2 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 baths, thoughtfully designed for comfort and style. The open living and dining area offers a perfect blend of cozy carpet and elegant hardwood flooring, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen is well-equipped with abundant cabinet space a dishwasher for added convenience. Enjoy the comfort of gas heat and a gas water heater, along with a dedicated downstairs laundry room complete with washer and dryer connections. Step outside to your brand-new wooden deck, ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation, with an attached storage closet for extra space. Ready to make this your new home? Submit your application and schedule a viewing today! Applications are reviewed promptly, and you will receive a response with 24 hours of submission. Office Phone: (205) 605-1000 Copyright © 2026 Greater Alabama MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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 656 Valley Crest Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Echo Highlands |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 35215 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Echo Highlands
2-bedroom apartments at 656 Valley Crest Dr cost about 37% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Birmingham.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Echo Highlands
Birmingham
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,177 |
| April 2024 | $1,213 |
| May 2024 | $1,240 |
| June 2024 | $1,202 |
| July 2024 | $1,216 |
| August 2024 | $1,202 |
| September 2024 | $1,186 |
| 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 | $1,007 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,079 |
| April 2024 | $1,079 |
| June 2024 | $890 |
| July 2024 | $909 |
| August 2024 | $929 |
| October 2024 | $898 |
| November 2024 | $898 |
| June 2025 | $999 |
| July 2025 | $999 |
| August 2025 | $971 |
| September 2025 | $929 |
| October 2025 | $871 |
| November 2025 | $689 |
| December 2025 | $944 |
| January 2026 | $946 |
| February 2026 | $949 |
| March 2026 | $949 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 656 Valley Crest Dr
Sun Valley Elementary School
1010 18th ave nw
birmingham, AL, 35215
PK, K-5Public
C-
Martha Gaskins Middle School
200 dalton dr
birmingham, AL, 35215
PK, K-5Public
C-
Bryant Park Elementary School
2020 bryant park dr
birmingham, AL, 35215
PK, K-5Public
C+
Huffman Academy
1212 cheyenne blvd
birmingham, AL, 35215
PK, K-5Public
C-
Robinson Elementary School
8400 1st ave s
birmingham, AL, 35206
PK, K-5Public
C-
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Neighborhood
Echo Highlands | Birmingham, AL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Birmingham near 656 Valley Crest Dr
Walking
2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 656 Valley Crest Dr, Birmingham
Groceries
3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
3/10
Minimal park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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