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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Newly renovated apartments
  • Close to restaurants
  • Attention to detail
  • Pet-friendly atmosphere

Location

834 Golden Gate Ln, Birmingham, AL 35209, USA|Glen Iris
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Management

S & S Properties

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Leasing office

(659) 222-9079

Open 

8:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Valley Station Apartment Homes offers newly renovated apartments with strong attention to detail, a pet-friendly atmosphere, and a convenient location close to restaurants. It earns an outstanding Zumper Expert Rating of 9.9 out of 10, with top marks for price, amenities, location, and quality, while its helpful photo gallery and on-site fitness and wellness features add to its appeal.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.9
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Valley Station Apartment Homes is one of the top properties in Glen Iris. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Balcony

Great for

  • Wellness

Floor plans

1x1A1 bed1 bath700 sqft$900 /mo3 units available
2x1A2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,105–$1,115 /mo3 units available
2x22 bed2 bath1,200 sqft$1,275 /mo3 units available
3x23 bed2 bath1,400 sqft$1,325–$1,425 /mo3 units available
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2x1B2 bed1 bath1,100 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon

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Amenities for Valley Station Apartment Homes

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Dogs OKFitness Center
Laundry Center on siteWater/Sewer

Grounds

Grilling stationsPlayground
Swimming Pool

Services

24-Hrs Emergency MaintenanceOn-Site Management

Neighborhood

Bark Park

Other

Online Rental Payments
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Application Fee.

$50

REQUIRED FEES

Administrative Fee

One-time. Administrative Fee.

$150

Deposit

One-time. Deposit.

$500

Trash Reimbursement

Monthly. Trash Reimbursement.

$7

Water Reimbursement

Monthly. Water Reimbursement.

$50–$100

Pest Control Reimbursement

Monthly. Pest Control Reimbursement.

$3

Building And Facilities Fee

Monthly. Building and Facilities Fee.

$15

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Other Policy

Allowed

Dog

Dog - Monthly Pet Rent

One-time. 2 dogs max.

$25

Pet

Other - Pet Fees Or Charges

One-time. 2 pets max.

$250

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Building details

Property details

Year built1972
Units232
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About Valley Station Apartment Homes

HomeApartments in BirminghamGlen Iris Valley Station Apartment Homes

Valley Station Apartment Homes in the Homewood community of Birmingham, AL., offers you a pet-friendly, warm, atmosphere to call home. Our newly renovated one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments boast new everything and the convenience of a location with easy access to I-65 and close to restaurants, UAB, Samford, and shopping along Palisades Boulevard. When you combine affordability, the convenience of location with quality service, and the attention to detail our new management provides, Valley Station Apartment Homes is the place to be! Advertised rent does not include monthly fee for water/sewer and building facilities charge. Contact our Leasing Office for more information and to schedule a tour!


Year Built: 1972

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.
9.9
/10
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Valley Station Apartment Homes is one of the top properties in Glen Iris. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.
How we rated Valley Station Apartment Homes
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.
Valley Station Apartment Homes 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·10A 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.
Valley Station Apartment Homes stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—dogs allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Valley Station Apartment Homes offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Valley Station Apartment Homes has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Valley Station Apartment Homes.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Valley Station Apartment Homes has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

This is my first apartment after finishing college. I must say after visiting several communities, Valley Station met all my expectations. Shelby, the property manager, makes sure to keep us informed of work to be done and when it will be finished. Great job!

Matthew Hurt

Matthew Hurt

Mar 13, 2024

I have had a great experience leasing at valley station! Shelby and everyone in the leasing office are extremely professional and have helped me with everything I’ve needed. The maintenance staff always completes requests in a timely manner and have followed up after to ensure everything was taken care of. It’s affordable and well maintained!

Renee Weiland

Renee Weiland

Nov 10, 2024

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Valley Station Apartment Homes is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • On-site pool or spa
  • This property has patios or balconies for fresh air

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 Valley Station Apartment Homes compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 miles away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Pool
Enhanced community features

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 1.5 miles from public transportation
Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 3.8 miles away

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Rent trends in Glen Iris

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Glen Iris.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Valley Station Apartment Homes to be 8% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Glen Iris.

3-bedroom apartments at Valley Station Apartment Homes cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Glen Iris.

Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Glen Iris
Birmingham
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Birmingham
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,094
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$970
August 2026$979
September 2026$1,029
October 2026$1,029
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Glen Iris
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$950
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
August 2026$950
September 2026$962
October 2026$950

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$36,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $900.
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Schools near Valley Station Apartment Homes

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+

Jefferson County Virtual School

2100 18th st south

birmingham, AL, 35209

K-12Public

Washington Elementary School

115 fourth ave south

birmingham, AL, 35205

PK, K-8Public
C-

Hemphill Elementary School

714 12th st sw

birmingham, AL, 35211

PK, K-5Public
C-
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Getting around Birmingham near 834 Golden Gate Ln

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 834 Golden Gate Ln, Birmingham

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

4/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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