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8144 Rugby Ave, Birmingham, AL 35206, USA|South Eastlake
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Property Overview
8144 Rugby Ave offers strong value for money and stands out with 23 photos that provide a clear look at the home. A top-rated middle school is nearby, adding convenient access to a well-regarded local school option.
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- Middle school nearby
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Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 8144 Rugby Ave, South Eastlake
Features
| Carpet | Window Units |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Exterior Type: Siding Wood | Laundry Room |
Other
| Exterior Type: Brick (const) |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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About 8144 Rugby Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 18% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in South Eastlake.
Property Status: Active This is a home in the Eastlake South Highlands neighborhood. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, covered front porch, window unit heating/cooling, & is all electric! Pets are allowed on a case by case basis at the owner's discretion. Available for move in NOW! **ACCEPTS SECTION 8** Potential tenant(s) MUST pass the qualifications listed. Please view our Rental Requirements under the Tenants tab. You may call our office Mon-Fri from 9-3. Application fee is $65 per person and is NON REFUNDABLE. Office Phone: (205) 841-2250 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 8144 Rugby Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35206, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2.7 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Eastlake |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 35206 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in South Eastlake
2-bedroom apartments at 8144 Rugby Ave cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Birmingham.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
South Eastlake
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 | $829 |
| November 2024 | $833 |
| December 2024 | $834 |
| January 2025 | $856 |
| February 2025 | $825 |
| March 2025 | $825 |
| April 2025 | $815 |
| May 2025 | $760 |
| June 2025 | $750 |
| July 2025 | $760 |
| August 2025 | $800 |
| September 2025 | $800 |
| October 2025 | $832 |
| November 2025 | $792 |
| December 2025 | $840 |
| January 2026 | $903 |
| February 2026 | $914 |
| March 2026 | $867 |
| April 2026 | $994 |
| May 2026 | $953 |
| June 2026 | $880 |
| July 2026 | $853 |
| August 2026 | $850 |
| September 2026 | $850 |
| October 2026 | $850 |
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Can I afford to live at 8144 Rugby Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$27,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $695.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 months ago | $650 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $575 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 years ago | $525 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 12 years ago | $550 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 8144 Rugby Ave
Robinson Elementary School
8400 1st ave s
birmingham, AL, 35206
PK, K-5Public
C-
Barrett Elementary School
7601 division ave
birmingham, AL, 35206
PK, K-5Public
C-
Christian School
725 mountain dr
birmingham, AL, 35206
PK, K-8Public
B
Martha Gaskins Middle School
200 dalton dr
birmingham, AL, 35215
PK, K-5Public
C-
Henry J. Oliver Elementary School
6871 6th court s
birmingham, AL, 35212
PK, K-5Public
C+
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Neighborhood
South Eastlake | Birmingham, AL
Getting around Birmingham near 8144 Rugby Ave
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 8144 Rugby Ave, Birmingham
Groceries
6/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within a short drive
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive
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2 Beds
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