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Idlewild scores highly overall with a 9.1 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent amenities, strong location, and solid quality and price values. It also offers practical features like a dishwasher, off-street parking, a gated community, a balcony or patio, and fully renovated two-bedroom/two-bathroom apartments, plus outdoor spaces and nearby pet services.
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Pet owners| 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 2 bed | 2 bath | 777 sqft | $1,396–$1,584 /mo | 3 units available | Looking for a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment for rent near George Ward Park in Birmingham, AL? Idlewild is a gated apartment community with off-street parking, built in 1981 and fully renovated in the 2010s. The neighborhood is highly walkable, with several parks just a short walk away, and offers an easy commute to Downtown Birmingham, Homewood, and Hoover. Every apartment at Idlewild is a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout featuring a private balcony or patio sitting area and a full kitchen suite with dishwasher, microwave, and stove/oven. It's a great fit for renters who want space, updated finishes, and easy access to the city. Idlewild is close to UAB, Giuseppe's Italian, and Southside Market, with quick access to Green Springs Parkway for an easy commute in any direction. If you're searching for a gated, renovated 2-bedroom apartment near George Ward Park with easy access to UAB and Southside, Idlewild is worth a tour. Schedule yours today. 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 | No Utilities Included |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Oven |
| Range | Stove |
| Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| HVAC |
Services
| Balconies and Patios |
One-time.
One-time. Refundable.
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| Units | 33 |
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Looking for a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment for rent near George Ward Park in Birmingham, AL? Idlewild is a gated apartment community with off-street parking, built in 1981 and fully renovated in the 2010s. The neighborhood is highly walkable, with several parks just a short walk away, and offers an easy commute to Downtown Birmingham, Homewood, and Hoover. Every apartment at Idlewild is a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout featuring a private balcony or patio sitting area and a full kitchen suite with dishwasher, microwave, and stove/oven. It's a great fit for renters who want space, updated finishes, and easy access to the city. Idlewild is close to UAB, Giuseppe's Italian, and Southside Market, with quick access to Green Springs Parkway for an easy commute in any direction. If you're searching for a gated, renovated 2-bedroom apartment near George Ward Park with easy access to UAB and Southside, Idlewild is worth a tour. Schedule yours today. 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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2-bedroom apartments at Idlewild cost about 27% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Glen Iris.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| May 2026 | $976 |
| June 2026 | $972 |
| July 2026 | $969 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $933 |
| May 2026 | $951 |
| June 2026 | $950 |
| July 2026 | $950 |
Can I afford to live at 685 Idlewild Cir?
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