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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Off street parking
- Unique floorplans
Location
1438 18th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA|Five Points South
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Property Overview
The Bellows offers strong value with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, standout scores for price, amenities, and location, and notable features like off-street parking and unique floorplans. It also provides 33 photos, nearby high school access, and pet-friendly convenience supported by nearby pet services and a pet deposit requirement.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 5-6 1 BR / 1 BTH | 1 bed | 1 bath | 500 sqft | $858–$1,009 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to The Bellows Apartments, a small community of just six apartment homes located in Birmingham’s popular Southside neighborhood. Offering a variety of unique floor plans, The Bellows is a great choice for residents looking for character, convenience, and a highly walkable location. Residents enjoy off-street parking and easy access to some of Birmingham’s most popular destinations. The Bellows is within walking distance of UAB, Five Points South, and local favorites including Karma’s Kitchen, Dave’s Pub, and Mellow Mushroom. With quick access to UAB Highlands Hospital, Downtown Birmingham, and Homewood, The Bellows offers the perfect combination of location and convenience. Discover apartments near UAB in Birmingham, AL that provide a walkable lifestyle and easy access to the best of Southside at The Bellows Apartments. New residents must set up their electric accounts with Alabama Power. Book a tour directly through our website! Costs: $75 Per Application $400 Security Deposit $200 Administration Fee $20 Initial Water Start-Up Fee $39.50 Monthly Service Fees Monthly Water/Sewer Charges Vary All Pets Are Welcome! $300 Initial Pet Fee $15 Monthly Pet Fee (Per Pet) Requirements: 620+ Credit Score Income of 2.8x Rent Price No Previous Evictions or Felonies Cosigners Must Have 620+ Credit Score and an Income of 3x Rent Price |
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Amenities for The Bellows
Appliances
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove/Oven |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
Other
| No Utilities Are Included In Rent Price |
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
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About The Bellows
Welcome to The Bellows Apartments, a small community of just six apartment homes located in Birmingham’s popular Southside neighborhood. Offering a variety of unique floor plans, The Bellows is a great choice for residents looking for character, convenience, and a highly walkable location. Residents enjoy off-street parking and easy access to some of Birmingham’s most popular destinations. The Bellows is within walking distance of UAB, Five Points South, and local favorites including Karma’s Kitchen, Dave’s Pub, and Mellow Mushroom. With quick access to UAB Highlands Hospital, Downtown Birmingham, and Homewood, The Bellows offers the perfect combination of location and convenience. Discover apartments near UAB in Birmingham, AL that provide a walkable lifestyle and easy access to the best of Southside at The Bellows Apartments. New residents must set up their electric accounts with Alabama Power. Book a tour directly through our website! Costs: $75 Per Application $400 Security Deposit $200 Administration Fee $20 Initial Water Start-Up Fee $39.50 Monthly Service Fees Monthly Water/Sewer Charges Vary All Pets Are Welcome! $300 Initial Pet Fee $15 Monthly Pet Fee (Per Pet) Requirements: 620+ Credit Score Income of 2.8x Rent Price No Previous Evictions or Felonies Cosigners Must Have 620+ Credit Score and an Income of 3x Rent Price
The Bellows is great 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 The Bellows compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Five Points South
1-bedroom apartments at The Bellows cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Five Points South.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Five Points South
Birmingham
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,141 |
| 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 | $769 |
| June 2026 | $794 |
| July 2026 | $811 |
| August 2026 | $776 |
| September 2026 | $1,022 |
| October 2026 | $1,072 |
| November 2026 | $1,015 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,176 |
| December 2024 | $1,184 |
| January 2025 | $1,240 |
| February 2025 | $1,130 |
| March 2025 | $1,021 |
| April 2025 | $942 |
| May 2025 | $956 |
| June 2025 | $915 |
| July 2025 | $1,025 |
| August 2025 | $1,030 |
| September 2025 | $1,008 |
| October 2025 | $928 |
| November 2025 | $969 |
| December 2025 | $1,152 |
| January 2026 | $1,227 |
| February 2026 | $1,121 |
| March 2026 | $1,077 |
| April 2026 | $991 |
| May 2026 | $964 |
| June 2026 | $952 |
| July 2026 | $935 |
| August 2026 | $916 |
| September 2026 | $1,158 |
| October 2026 | $1,146 |
| November 2026 | $1,083 |
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Can I afford to live at 1438 18th St S?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$34,320/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,320 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $858.
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Schools near The Bellows
Jefferson County Virtual School
2100 18th st south
birmingham, AL, 35209
K-12Public
Glen Iris Elementary School
1115 11th st south
birmingham, AL, 35205
PK, K-5Public
C-
EPIC Alternative Elementary School
1000 10th ave s
birmingham, AL, 35205
PK, K-5Public
C+
Washington Elementary School
115 fourth ave south
birmingham, AL, 35205
PK, K-8Public
C-
Phillips Academy
2316 7th ave north
birmingham, AL, 35203
PK, K-8Public
B
Neighborhood
Five Points South | Birmingham, AL
Getting around Birmingham near 1438 18th St S
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1438 18th St S, Birmingham
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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