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Idlewild is a highly rated community (9.1/10 overall) offering excellent value, premium amenities (10/10), and strong scores for location, quality, and trustworthiness. Fully renovated two-bedroom, two-bath apartments feature conveniences like a dishwasher, balcony or patio, off-street parking, and a gated setting, with abundant photos to preview the space. The property is also highlighted for pet friendliness, with outdoor areas, a defined pet policy, and access to a nearby pet hospital, plus proximity to well-rated elementary and middle schools.
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Pet owners| 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 2 bed | 2 bath | 777 sqft | $1,358–$1,445 /mo | 1 unit available | Located near George Ward Park, Idlewild is a gated community with off-street parking. The neighborhood is very walkable with just a short walk to parks in the area. The community is also a short commute to the city, Homewood, and Hoover, and is perfect for short commutes to work. All apartments here are two-bedroom/two-bathroom apartments fully renovated in the 2010s. Every apartment features either a balcony or patio sitting area. These apartments have a full kitchen suite (dishwasher, microwave, stove/oven). New residents will need to set up their own water/sewer accounts with Central Alabama Water and electric accounts with Alabama Power. Book a tour directly through our website at h2realestate.com! Costs: $75 Per Application $400 Security Deposit $200 Administration Fee $42 Monthly Service Fees All Pets Are Welcome! $300 Initial Pet Fee $15 Monthly Pet Fee (Per Pet) Virtual Tour: https app cloudpano com tours QC4y0y0Hy | |
| 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level | 2 bed | 2 bath | 777 sqft | $1,389–$1,475 /mo | 1 unit available | Located near George Ward Park, Idlewild is a gated community with off-street parking. The neighborhood is very walkable with just a short walk to parks in the area. The community is also a short commute to the city, Homewood, and Hoover, and is perfect for short commutes to work. All apartments here are two-bedroom/two-bathroom apartments fully renovated in the 2010s. Every apartment features either a balcony or patio sitting area. These apartments have a full kitchen suite (dishwasher, microwave, stove/oven). New residents will need to set up their own water/sewer accounts with Central Alabama Water and electric accounts with Alabama Power. Book a tour directly through our website at h2realestate.com! Costs: $75 Per Application $400 Security Deposit $200 Administration Fee $42 Monthly Service Fees All Pets Are Welcome! $300 Initial Pet Fee $15 Monthly Pet Fee (Per Pet) Virtual Tour: https app cloudpano com tours QC4y0y0Hy | |
| 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level, Corner | 2 bed | 2 bath | 777 sqft | $1,390–$1,476 /mo | 1 unit available | Located near George Ward Park, Idlewild is a gated community with off-street parking. The neighborhood is very walkable with just a short walk to parks in the area. The community is also a short commute to the city, Homewood, and Hoover, and is perfect for short commutes to work. All apartments here are two-bedroom/two-bathroom apartments fully renovated in the 2010s. Every apartment features either a balcony or patio sitting area. These apartments have a full kitchen suite (dishwasher, microwave, stove/oven). New residents will need to set up their own water/sewer accounts with Central Alabama Water and electric accounts with Alabama Power. Book a tour directly through our website at h2realestate.com! Costs: $75 Per Application $400 Security Deposit $200 Administration Fee $42 Monthly Service Fees All Pets Are Welcome! $300 Initial Pet Fee $15 Monthly Pet Fee (Per Pet) Virtual Tour: https app cloudpano com tours QC4y0y0Hy |
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Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove | Stove/Oven |
| Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| HVAC |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
Services
| Balconies and Patios |
Other
| No Utilities Are Included In Rent Price |
One-time.
One-time. Refundable.
Questions about this property’s policies and fees?
| Units | 33 |
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Located near George Ward Park, Idlewild is a gated community with off-street parking. The neighborhood is very walkable with just a short walk to parks in the area. The community is also a short commute to the city, Homewood, and Hoover, and is perfect for short commutes to work. All apartments here are two-bedroom/two-bathroom apartments fully renovated in the 2010s. Every apartment features either a balcony or patio sitting area. These apartments have a full kitchen suite (dishwasher, microwave, stove/oven). New residents will need to set up their own water/sewer accounts with Central Alabama Water and electric accounts with Alabama Power. Book a tour directly through our website at h2realestate.com! Costs: $75 Per Application $400 Security Deposit $200 Administration Fee $32-$42 Monthly Service Fees All Pets Are Welcome! $300 Initial Pet Fee $15 Monthly Pet Fee (Per Pet)
How Idlewild compares to other nearby properties.
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If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Idlewild to be 25% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Glen Iris.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,160 |
| June 2024 | $1,059 |
| July 2024 | $1,077 |
| August 2024 | $1,106 |
| September 2024 | $1,141 |
| October 2024 | $1,097 |
| November 2024 | $1,091 |
| December 2024 | $1,051 |
| January 2025 | $1,065 |
| February 2025 | $1,089 |
| March 2025 | $1,039 |
| April 2025 | $1,018 |
| May 2025 | $1,001 |
| June 2025 | $1,011 |
| July 2025 | $1,021 |
| August 2025 | $1,013 |
| September 2025 | $995 |
| October 2025 | $996 |
| November 2025 | $998 |
| December 2025 | $998 |
| January 2026 | $1,007 |
| February 2026 | $955 |
| March 2026 | $956 |
| April 2026 | $995 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $925 |
| June 2024 | $925 |
| July 2024 | $941 |
| August 2024 | $925 |
| September 2024 | $912 |
| October 2024 | $943 |
| November 2024 | $935 |
| December 2024 | $928 |
| January 2025 | $934 |
| February 2025 | $937 |
| March 2025 | $948 |
| April 2025 | $950 |
| May 2025 | $947 |
| June 2025 | $939 |
| July 2025 | $954 |
| August 2025 | $954 |
| September 2025 | $941 |
| October 2025 | $949 |
| November 2025 | $944 |
| December 2025 | $945 |
| January 2026 | $903 |
| February 2026 | $926 |
| March 2026 | $909 |
| April 2026 | $924 |
Can I afford to live at 685 Idlewild Cir?
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