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  • Pet Friendly

Location

105 Candy Mountain Rd, Birmingham, AL 35217, USA
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Management

Nex-Gen Management

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Leasing office

(256) 691-2146

Open today 

10:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

The Park at Carson is a premier apartment community with an outstanding Zumper expert rating of 9.6/10, including perfect scores for amenities, location, and quality, and a 9/10 price rating that reflects strong value for what it offers. With excellent transparency (9/10 trustworthiness), top-tier value per square foot, a nearby highly rated middle school, and 13 photos to preview the homes, it stands out as a compelling option for renters. It is also highlighted as great for work-from-home and pet owners, thanks to utilities included, high-speed internet, a quiet setting, and available outdoor spaces.

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

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, The Park at Carson is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom2 bed2 bath858 sqft$850 /mo2 units available
1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath750 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon
2 Bedroom2 bed1.5 bath851 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon

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Amenities for The Park at Carson

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningAircon
HeatHot Water
Trash IncludedUtilities/Sewer
Wooded Views

Tech

Utilities: Broadband Internet

Building

Cats OKClubhouse
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpacePlayground
Swimming Pool

Services

Availability 24 HoursOn-Site Maintenance
On-Site ManagementResident Events
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.

$60

REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: 100%.

$725–$1,075

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Surface Lot

Surface Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 surface lots max.

$0

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. We love all animals! Each animal will be required to have an application submitted through PetScreening.com.

$25

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. We love all animals! Each animal will be required to have an application submitted through PetScreening.com.

$25

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

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About The Park at Carson

HomeApartments in Birmingham The Park at Carson

Find yourself at home in the classic Birmingham ambiance offered at The The Park at Carson, the premier apartment community in Birmingham, AL. The Park at Carson is the perfect getaway from big city life, while enjoying all the best that Illinois has to offer.


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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, The Park at Carson is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated The Park at Carson
Price·9A 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.
The Park at Carson stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
The Park at Carson 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Park at Carson 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.
The Park at Carson 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 The Park at Carson.
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.
The Park at Carson 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.

The Park at Carson is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this 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 The Park at Carson compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 204 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Birmingham

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Park at Carson to be 15% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Birmingham.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Birmingham
A table of studio rental data trends in Birmingham
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,115
July 2024$1,126
August 2024$1,129
September 2024$1,115
October 2024$1,160
November 2024$1,169
December 2024$1,113
January 2025$1,183
February 2025$1,121
March 2025$1,086
April 2025$995
May 2025$976
June 2025$898
July 2025$959
August 2025$962
September 2025$951
October 2025$910
November 2025$909
December 2025$886
January 2026$907
February 2026$917
March 2026$949
April 2026$844
May 2026$768

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Bedrooms

2 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

$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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Schools near The Park at Carson

Center Point Elementary School

4801 indian trail

birmingham, AL, 35215

PK, K-2Public
B

Erwin Elementary School

528 23rd ave nw

center point, AL, 35215

3-5Public
C-

Bryant Park Elementary School

2020 bryant park dr

birmingham, AL, 35215

PK, K-5Public
C+

Magnolia Elementary School

5400 hidden way ln

trussville, AL, 35173

K-5Public
A

Cahaba Elementary School

301 parkway dr

trussville, AL, 35173

K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Birmingham near 105 Candy Mountain Rd

Walking

1/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

2/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 105 Candy Mountain Rd, Birmingham

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than 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

3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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