University Place

951 18th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

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University Place
Total Monthly Price
$1,065 - $2,315
Bedrooms
Studio - 2
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
257 - 966 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

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Small Studio

$1,065 Total Monthly Price
Studio, 1 Bath
257 Sq. Ft.
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5 Available Units
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
122
$1,065
257
Now
212
$1,065
257
Now
280
$1,065
257
Now

Large Studio

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Studio, 1 Bath
359 - 406 Sq. Ft.
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One Bedroom

$1,315 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
450 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
493
$1,315
450
Sep. 25

Two Bedroom

$1,685 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 2 Baths
675 Sq. Ft.
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Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
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597
$1,685
675
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Penthouse

$2,315 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 1 Bath
966 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
702
$2,315
600
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* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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. View Fees and Policies for details. 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

  • 7 - 13 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1969
  • 140 units7 stories

Fees & Policies

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

One-Time Basics

  • Deposit
    Varies by unit

Due at Application

  • Administrative Fee
    $100
  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $50

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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Property Highlights

  • Accept Visa & Mastercard
  • Bike Rack
  • Bike Racks
  • Cable ready
  • Carpet
  • City Views
  • Clothing Care Center
  • Clubroom with access to Starbucks
  • Coffee Machine
  • Contemporary Clubroom with Flat Screen HDTV
  • Convenient to Five Points South
  • Corporates Available
  • Desk with Chair
  • Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Electric Range
  • Electricity Included
  • Electronically Controlled Entrances
  • Fully Furnished Units Available
  • Furnished Avaliable
  • Gated Community

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Deck
  • Den
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Conference Rooms
  • Controlled Access
  • Corporate Suites
  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Elevator
  • Fenced Lot
  • Fitness Center

Map of University Place

Area Scores

Walkability

Very walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Very drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Soundscore

Active

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Transit

Commuter Rail

3 min Drive

Amtrak

Airport

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International

11 min Drive

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International

Moving to Five Points South, Birmingham, AL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate University Place proximity to Highland Plaza and Urban Supply. Highland Plaza is 1.1 miles away, and Urban Supply is within a 21 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 50, University Place has some public transit, including 1 transit stop within 1.3 miles. Transit options include Birmingham.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near University Place are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.4 miles, including McWane Science Center, Vulcan Park and Museum, and Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

Airports

Living in Five Points South provides easy access to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International, located just 11 minutes from University Place.

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

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Jefferson County Virtual School

Grades K-12

Public

Not rated

Family Sunshine School

Grades K-12

Private

Not rated

Spain Rehab

Grades K-12

Public

Not rated

The Sunshine School at Children

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham Walk: 10 min (0.5 mi)
Virginia College, Birmingham Drive: 8 min (3.8 mi)
Birmingham Southern College Drive: 9 min (4.7 mi)
Samford University Drive: 9 min (4.8 mi)

About University Place

A great place in Birmingham's Southside and UAB area! University Place is Southside's best choice for you. This community is an established landmark on University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) campus offering both furnished and unfurnished apartments with discounts available for UAB faculty and students. University Place is located in the heart of historic Southside which is within walking distance of UAB Hospital, VA Hospital, Children's Hospital, restaurants, entertainment, and 5 Points South. We have everything you will need, and much more!

University Place is an apartment community in Birmingham, AL

Contact

Property Address:
951 18th St S,
Birmingham, AL 35205
Phone Number: (205) 922-6877
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
University Place

Renter Reviews

For University Place

4.0

4 Ratings & Reviews

  • 11/25/20

    The Pros are way too big!

    The apartment is VERY old, but everything runs like it is brand new (appliances, AC, Heat). It is VERY SAFE and CONVENIENT! I can go to the Optometry School whenever I need to which is great since I need to practice a lot. Overall, very happy with UP!

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