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Highlights

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

Location

700 2nd St Sw #Apt A-3, Birmingham, AL 35211, USA|Arlington - West End
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Management

Meridian Management Group

Leasing office

(205) 905-8069

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Pointe Arlington offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and amenities, with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, competitive pricing, and a 10 out of 10 amenities score. It features new appliances, granite counters, downtown living, and an on-site team with a friendly approach, while nearby pet services and a high value-for-money ranking add to its appeal.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Pointe Arlington is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pointe Arlington has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1/1.001 bed1 bath560 sqft$715 /mo5 units available
2/1.002 bed1 bath620 sqft$800 /mo5 units available

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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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable fee. Application Fee.

$50

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

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Building details

Property details

Units84
Lease terms12 months

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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Pointe Arlington is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pointe Arlington has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Pointe Arlington
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Pointe Arlington is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Arlington - West End. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A 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 stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Pointe Arlington is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A 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.
While Pointe Arlington does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Pointe Arlington is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store 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 miles away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1.4 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.1 miles away
Distance from transit
More than 1.5 miles from public transportation

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Rent trends in Arlington - West End

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Pointe Arlington to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Arlington - West End.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Arlington - West End
Birmingham
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Birmingham
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,145
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$1,039
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Arlington - West End
MonthMedian Rent
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
June 2026$800
July 2026$800
August 2026$800
September 2026$800
October 2026$800

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 700 2nd St Sw #Apt A-3?

Bedrooms

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 #Apt A-3

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 #Apt A-3, 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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