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Highlights

  • Hardwood flooring
  • Nice sized bedrooms

Location

1540 20th St N, Birmingham, AL 35234, USA|Druid Hills
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Management

Phil Bostany Realty Co. Inc. dba Redmont Realty Group

Leasing office

(205) 930-0684

Property Overview

1540 20th St N receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, highlighting its competitive pricing and valuable amenities. The property features hardwood flooring and spacious bedrooms, contributing to its appeal. Additionally, its excellent location, with top-rated schools nearby, enhances the quality of life, placing it in the 70th percentile for value and the 80th percentile for value per square foot among local properties.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1540 20th St N is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1540 20th St N has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath790 sqft$795 /mo1 unit availableAPARTMENT MOVE IN SPECIAL: 1/2 off 1ST MONTH RENT 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom. Nice sized bedrooms, Electric Stove, Fridge included. Hardwood Flooring, Living Room/Dining Combo. Nice sized bedrooms. Water/Sewer/Trash Included. Conveniently located near interstates, downtown and other shopping areas. Upstairs unit. Section 8 Accepted!

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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 1540 20th St N

HomeApartments in BirminghamDruid Hills 1540 20th St N

APARTMENT MOVE IN SPECIAL: 1/2 off 1ST MONTH RENT 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom. Nice sized bedrooms, Electric Stove, Fridge included. Hardwood Flooring, Living Room/Dining Combo. Nice sized bedrooms. Water/Sewer/Trash Included. Conveniently located near interstates, downtown and other shopping areas. Upstairs unit. Section 8 Accepted!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1540 20th St N is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1540 20th St N has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1540 20th St N
Price·10A 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.
1540 20th St N offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1540 20th St N is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1540 20th St N 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 1540 20th St N to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1540 20th St N provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 1540 20th St N compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 90 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Druid Hills

2-bedroom apartments at 1540 20th St N cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Druid Hills.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Druid Hills
Birmingham
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Birmingham
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,125
March 2024$1,164
April 2024$1,213
May 2024$1,240
June 2024$1,202
July 2024$1,216
August 2024$1,202
September 2024$1,186
October 2024$1,163
November 2024$1,143
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
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Druid Hills
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$812
September 2024$803
October 2024$797
November 2024$799
November 2025$900
December 2025$916

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $795.
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Schools near 1540 20th St N

Tuggle Elementary School

412 12th ct n

birmingham, AL, 35204

PK, K-5Public
C

Phillips Academy

2316 7th ave north

birmingham, AL, 35203

PK, K-8Public
B

Norwood Elementary School

3136 norwood blvd

birmingham, AL, 35234

PK, K-5Public
C-

Hudson K-Eight School

3300 f l shuttlesworth dr

birmingham, AL, 35207

PK, K-8Public
C-

EPIC Alternative Elementary School

1000 10th ave s

birmingham, AL, 35205

PK, K-5Public
C+
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Neighborhood

Druid Hills | Birmingham, AL

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

Getting around Birmingham near 1540 20th St N

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1540 20th St N, Birmingham

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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Singh Groceries
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Publix
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Family Supermarket
513 23rd St N
Piggly Wiggly
2500 29th Ave N

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