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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • New appliances
  • Granite counters
  • Downtown living
  • On-site team
  • Friendly team

Location

700 2nd St Sw, Birmingham, AL 35211, USA|Arlington - West End
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Management

Meridian Management Group

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Leasing office

(659) 207-6704

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Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Pointe Arlington is a highly rated, verified community with strong scores across overall experience, amenities, location, quality, and trustworthiness, making it an exceptional option for renters seeking a well-rounded living environment. Residents can enjoy downtown living with new appliances, granite counters, and an on-site, friendly team, plus extensive photos that help set clear expectations. It is also well-situated near top rated schools and is great for pet friendliness, with multiple pet grooming and supply options close by.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Pointe Arlington is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Price, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pointe Arlington has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1/1.001 bed1 bath560 sqft$715 /mo5 units available
2/1.002 bed1 bath620 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon
3/1.003 bed1 bath900 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon

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Amenities for Pointe Arlington

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningGranite Countertops
Hardwood FloorHeating
Window Coverings

Appliances

Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Pet-Friendly Community

Services

Professional and Friendly On-Site Management Team

Neighborhood

Close To DowntownRestaurants, Entertainment and Shopping Nearby
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

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Building details

Property details

Units87
Lease terms12 months
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About Pointe Arlington

HomeApartments in BirminghamArlington - West End Pointe Arlington

Welcome to The Pointe Arlington, located in the center of the Historic Arlington neighborhood in Birmingham! We have carefully preserved many of the original features of our community along with adding new features such as granite counters, new appliances, and all new lighting. A couple of miles from UAB, restaurants, and entertainment in downtown Birmingham makes our community perfect for downtown living without the downtown price tag. Our friendly on-site team is available to help you reserve your new home today!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Pointe Arlington is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Price, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pointe Arlington has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Pointe Arlington
Price·6A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Pointe Arlington is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Pointe Arlington goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Pointe Arlington receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Pointe Arlington offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Pointe Arlington has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Pointe Arlington.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Pointe Arlington has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Pointe Arlington is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Pointe Arlington compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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Rent trends in Arlington - West End

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Arlington - West End
Birmingham
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Birmingham
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,225
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$1,004
April 2026$1,023
May 2026$1,000
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Arlington - West End
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$750
July 2024$750
August 2024$750
September 2024$750
October 2024$740
November 2024$725
February 2025$750
March 2025$750
April 2025$750
May 2025$768
June 2025$816
July 2025$775
August 2025$766
September 2025$732
October 2025$735
November 2025$770
December 2025$762
January 2026$839
February 2026$807
March 2026$800
April 2026$800
May 2026$800

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$28,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $715.
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Schools near Pointe Arlington

Washington Elementary School

115 fourth ave south

birmingham, AL, 35205

PK, K-8Public
C-

Hemphill Elementary School

714 12th st sw

birmingham, AL, 35211

PK, K-5Public
C-

EPIC Alternative Elementary School

1000 10th ave s

birmingham, AL, 35205

PK, K-5Public
C+

Tuggle Elementary School

412 12th ct n

birmingham, AL, 35204

PK, K-5Public
C

Glen Iris Elementary School

1115 11th st south

birmingham, AL, 35205

PK, K-5Public
C-
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Neighborhood

Arlington - West End | Birmingham, AL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Birmingham near 700 2nd St Sw

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
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

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 700 2nd St Sw, Birmingham

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

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

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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