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Idlewild is highly rated with a Zumper expert score of 9.1, reflecting its excellent amenities and quality living standards. It offers two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments with desirable features like a dishwasher and off-street parking within a gated community. The competitive pricing and pet-friendly environment, paired with its proximity to top-rated schools and various outdoor spaces, enhance its appeal as an ideal residential option.
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Pet owners| 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 2 bed | 2 bath | 777 sqft | $1,347–$1,355 /mo | 3 units 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 Birmingham Water Works 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 | $1,385 /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 Birmingham Water Works 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 |
| Allowed | |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
| Allowed | |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
| Units | 33 |
|---|
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 Birmingham Water Works 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 30% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Glen Iris.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,283 |
| November 2023 | $1,236 |
| December 2023 | $1,138 |
| January 2024 | $1,060 |
| February 2024 | $1,044 |
| March 2024 | $1,111 |
| April 2024 | $1,188 |
| 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 | $991 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $893 |
| November 2023 | $894 |
| December 2023 | $916 |
| January 2024 | $935 |
| February 2024 | $875 |
| March 2024 | $842 |
| April 2024 | $875 |
| 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 | $950 |
Can I afford to live at 685 Idlewild Cir?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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