The Hillside Apartments

1521 17th St, Birmingham, AL 35205

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Monthly Rent
$775
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Bedrooms
1 Bed
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
440 sq ft

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1 Bed / 1 Bath

$775
1 Bed, 1 Bath
440 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
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Price
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12
$775
440
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18
$775
440
Now
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1977
  • 24 units3 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Water Sewer Fee
    $50 / mo

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $60

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Drive Time
Walk Time
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Property Highlights

  • Carpeted Bedrooms
  • Hard Floor Surfaces
  • Kitchen Appliances
  • Laminate Flooring
  • None
  • Off-street Parking
  • Range Hood Vent
  • Total Electric
  • Tub/Shower Combo
  • Washer Connections

Apartment Features

  • Carpet
  • Den
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Kitchen
  • Linen Closet
  • Microwave
  • Office

Community Features

  • Utilities Included

Map of The Hillside Apartments

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Moderately drivable

Bikeability

Fairly bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

Scores provided by

Transit

Commuter Rail

7 min Drive

Amtrak

Airport

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International

14 min Drive

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International

Moving to Five Points South, Birmingham, AL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Hillside Apartments proximity to Highland Plaza. Highland Plaza is 1.2 miles away.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, The Hillside Apartments has limited public transit, including 1 transit stop within 1.9 miles. Transit options include Birmingham.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Hillside Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.8 miles, including Vulcan Park and Museum, McWane Science Center, and Birmingham Zoo.

Airports

Living in Five Points South provides easy access to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International, located just 12 minutes from The Hillside Apartments.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Epic School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Glen Iris Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

Parker High School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 10 out of 10

Ramsay High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Arlington School

Grades 9-12

Private

Not rated

Spain Rehab

Grades K-12

Public

Not rated

Islamic Academy Of Alabama

Grades PK-12

Private

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GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham Walk: 18 min (1 mi)
Virginia College, Birmingham Drive: 7 min (3.4 mi)
Samford University Drive: 9 min (4.2 mi)
Birmingham Southern College Drive: 10 min (5 mi)

About The Hillside Apartments

*Summer Rent Special: First Month's Rent FREE*

Welcome to The Hillside Apartments in Birmingham, AL! These cozy 1 & 2-bedroom apartments offer a comfortable living space just minutes from UAB's campus, and the shops & restaurants of downtown. The… units feature central heating & air for year-round comfort and a total electric setup for convenience. The kitchens come equipped with appliances for most cooking needs. The bathroom includes a tub/shower combo, and the units boasts a mix of hard surface flooring and carpet for added comfort. Enjoy the convenience of laundry day without the hassle of going outside. Off-street parking is available for residents. Don't miss out on this charming apartment at The Hillside Apartments!

12-month lease term.
Tenant is responsible for setting up and maintain electric utility with Alabama Power Company.
Water/Sewer is a $50 Flat Fee in addition to rent.
No Pets Allowed. Service animals & emotional support animals (ESA) are not pets and are reviewed individually as reasonable accommodation requests under fair housing law. Online registrations and certificates are not accepted. Where the disability or the need for the animal is not readily apparent, documentation from your medical provider may be required.
No Smoking Allowed.

Visit www.wattsrealty[.]com/tenant-resouces to view our qualification requirements for residency.

Subject to prior sale or lease, change in price, or withdrawal from market without notice. Rental availability may change hourly, and there is no guarantee that rental availability listed will be the same when you contact our office. The information contained herein from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made to the accuracy thereof. Watts Realty Co., Inc. Copyright 2026. All rights reserved.

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