Cortland Vesta
2173 Highland Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35205-4006
(4.5) 228 ReviewsCommunity Details
26 apartments available
1 Bed, 2 Beds
Location
2173 Highland Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35205-4006
Amenities
Resort-style pool, coworking lounge, bark park
Price range
$1,529 - $2,401 per month
Community Amenities
Price & Availability
Explore floor plans and available apartments.
Midrise A19
1 Bed1 Bath856 sqft
- Starting at
- $1,809
- Availability
- Starting Oct, 15, 2026
Highrise B8
2 Beds2 Baths1,087 sqft
- Starting at
- $2,196
- Availability
- Starting Nov, 14, 2026
Highrise B2
2 Beds2 Baths958 sqft
- Starting at
- $2,096
- Availability
- Starting Oct, 7, 2026
Highrise B4
2 Beds2 Baths990 sqft
- Starting at
- $2,111
- Availability
- Starting Dec, 5, 2026
Highrise A1
1 Bed1 Bath604 sqft
- Starting at
- $1,529
- Availability
- Starting Dec, 2, 2026
* Prices shown are inclusive of base rent, plus mandatory, fixed fees. Utilities and optional add-ons are not included in advertised prices. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent specials are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Community Location
2173 Highland Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35205-4006
Pet Policy

Dogs Allowed

Cats Allowed
Education
About This Community
With upscale features and city skyline views, our brand-new, high-rise and boutique-style Birmingham, AL apartment community takes your living experience to new heights. Find your balance in our indoor and outdoor yoga space, or lounge with friends at our heated, saltwater rooftop pool overlooking Birmingham.
And when you're ready to get out and explore the neighborhood, our new apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL are located within walking distance of Five Points South's best breweries, award-winning restaurants, boutique shops, and entertainment spots. Go for a stroll on Vulcan Walking Trail and explore the Birmingham skyline scenery. Then, grab a beer with friends at Good People Brewing Company, attend a live concert at Zydeco (a Five Points South staple), or head over to 20th Street and get a taste of Birmingham's famous four and five-star dining spots.
Ratings & Reviews
Based on 228 Google reviews
Duncan Gryce
By far, the Absolute Best place to live in Alabama. There is absolutely nothing to ever complain about here
Response from the community · Sep 30, 2026
Hello Duncan, We are elated to hear how much you love Cortland Vesta! Thank you for your wonderful feedback. - The Cortland Vesta team
Miranda
I had a very pleasant experience, visiting and touring Cortland Vesta. I went, without an appointment being made, and to my surprise was able to get an on spot tour of the apartments due to a suddenly cancellation. Crystal Welch, the Community Manager was absolutely amazing and the apartments were beautiful and I had an opportunity to meet some great tenants in passing as well. I would highly recommend!
Response from the community · Aug 22, 2026
It’s wonderful to hear you had such a pleasant tour of Cortland Vesta and enjoyed seeing our beautiful apartment homes. Thank you for your kind words about Crystal. Our associates are what make the community special, and we’re glad she could accommodate your visit. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon!
alex
People say this apartment complex offers a wide variety of well-maintained amenities, including a fitness center, a rooftop pool with stunning city views, and various floor plans. They also highlight the responsive and professional staff, especially the maintenance team, who quickly address requests. Guests mention the convenient location and the strong sense of community fostered by regular resident events.
Response from the community · Aug 17, 2026
Alex, thank you for highlighting so many features of Cortland Vesta! We are delighted that our fitness center, rooftop pool and city views, range of floor plans, convenient location, and resident events earned your five star rating. We also appreciate your kind words about our responsive and professional team, especially the service team. Our associates play an essential role in creating a welcoming community, and your recognition means a great deal to us.
Shani
Johnathan and Clifford are awesome! They are a part of the maintenance team and have been so helpful since my move in. They are super nice and personable. Glad to have them around!
Response from the community · Jun 29, 2026
It’s wonderful to hear how supported you’ve felt since your move in. Thank you for taking the time to recognize Johnathan and Clifford, and for highlighting how helpful, personable, and welcoming they’ve been as part of our service team. We love seeing experiences like this at Cortland Vesta, and we’re grateful you’re part of our community.
Salma Raouf
The best part about Cortland is the staff. The maintenance staff is exceptional, particularly Cliff. He is thorough, helpful, and professional. Everyone here is so helpful!
Response from the community · Jun 22, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful feedback. We’re grateful to hear that our team — and especially Cliff — has made such a positive impact on your experience. His thorough, professional approach and willingness to help truly set the tone for the service we aim to provide every day. We appreciate you recognizing the entire team’s efforts and are glad to have you as part of the Cortland community. -Your Team at Cortland Vesta
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Apartments at Cortland Vesta
Frequently Asked Questions
Cortland Vesta has a rooftop bar and kitchen, a resort-style pool, scenic views of Birmingham's skyline, and a resident lounge and workspace. Check out our luxury apartment amenities here .
Cortland Vesta has a 24/7 fitness center with a rock climbing wall and free group classes.
Yes, Cortland Vesta is a pet-friendly community with a mini bark park.
Cortland Vesta offers 1 and 2-bedroom apartment homes in both high-rise and mid-rise buildings.
It is recommended that you begin apartment hunting 1-2 months before the end of your lease. What better place to live than Cortland Vesta! Our high-rise apartments in Birmingham offer 1 and 2-bedroom floor plans with features like stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and kitchen islands. Cortland Vesta residents can enjoy upscale apartment community amenities like a rooftop bar and kitchen, a 24/7 fitness center with a rock climbing wall treadmill, scenic views of Birmingham's skyline, and much more. View more of our features and amenities via our photo gallery .
Luxury apartments provide high levels of comfort, quality, and convenience, and various offerings can offer a feeling of upscale apartment living. Schedule a tour of Cortland Vesta today to see why people love coming home to our luxury apartments in Birmingham!
Cortland Vesta is located at 2173 Highland Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205, near Five Points South. Explore the neighborhood here .
Cortland Vesta is located near major employers like Magna International, Mercedes-Benz, St. Vincent's Hospital, and many more!
Cortland Vesta is around half a mile from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and about three miles from Samford University.
Cortland Vesta is a quick 4-minute drive from the Birmingham Zoo and the Birmingham Botanical Garden. Enjoy a day of fun with friends and family, then come home to luxury amenities at our Birmingham apartment community!
Red Mountain Park is around 7 miles from Cortland Vesta. Living in our apartments for rent in Downtown Birmingham means enjoying scenic views of Birmingham's skyline, Vulcan Trail, and Red Mountain! View our spacious apartment floor plan options today!
Our local restaurant favorites include Hattie B's, Chez Fonfon, Hot and Hot Fish Club, MELT, and Bottega. After enjoying the local nightlife, entertainment, and eats, our Cortland Vesta residents love coming home to upscale amenities like our resident lounge, stunning views from their wraparound patios or balconies, and large picture windows. Schedule a tour of our Downtown Birmingham apartments today!
Yes, you can reach our team anytime to place a routine or emergency service request by calling our 24/7 service hotline, which you can find on the Residents page . If you call outside of office hours, our on-call service associate will be on hand to address requests that qualify as an emergency.
Yes, Cortland accepts guarantors. Guarantors must also complete an application for residency, undergo screening, and meet our resident qualification criteria.
Yes, Cortland conducts a third-party screening that looks at credit history, rental history, and criminal background. The screening does not have specific credit score criteria but does flag items such as recent evictions, bankruptcies, felonies, and monies owed to previous landlords. In addition to the screening, we ask for proof of gross monthly income that is at least three (3) times the rental rate. You can visit our Resident Qualification Criteria page for more information.
Security deposits are refundable contingent upon any damage to the apartment home beyond normal wear and tear. Please check your lease agreement for details about our security deposit requirements. We do offer alternative options for paying your security deposit through our partnership with Jetty. Jetty Deposit lets you make a low monthly payment (or a one-time payment) instead of a traditional cash deposit. To learn more about how Jetty Deposit works and how to sign up, visit jetty.com/cortland .
We do run special offers from time to time. Please check the homepage on our website, our Google posts, or contact our team to find out about any current specials.
While we are a pet-friendly apartment community and love our resident pets, there are a few policies to keep in mind before bringing your pet home. We welcome two cats or dogs per apartment home, with a weight limit of 80 pounds per pet. At all Cortland communities, certain aggressive breeds/mixes are not accepted, including but not limited to: Rottweiler, Chow, Presa Canario, Doberman, Akita, Pit Bull (also known as American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or Pit Bull Terrier), Cane Corso, or any Mastiff breed. We generally welcome any animals you'd find at your local pet store to join you in your home. Pets that are not cats or dogs must continually stay in a cage or tank, are limited to two per apartment, and do not require a fee. Aquarium tanks larger than 50 gallons, non-domestic animals, venomous animals, and exotic pets are not allowed. In addition, please note that all pet deposits and non-refundable fees must be paid before moving in. Service animals are welcome in our community and are not limited by a weight restriction.
We require residents to have renters insurance with at least $300,000 liability coverage. While we encourage all residents to have renters insurance through the provider of their own choice, we also offer the option of enrolling in our Liability Only Protection Program. Liability Only Protection provides a low-cost alternative to satisfy the minimum liability requirement in your lease for only $15/month; however, it’s important to note that this option is not renters insurance and does not provide coverage for personal belongings. Please ask our community team for more details.
Yes, we are a pet-friendly apartment community. We love our Cortland pets! We require cats and dogs to be registered with our community, and certain pet fees may apply.
If you experience excessive noise from a neighbor or outside our community quiet hours, please contact our community team so we can help address your concerns. If you ever feel like a neighbor’s safety is at risk, please call 911.
Rent is due on the first of each month.
You can make certain changes, like painting walls and hanging wall art, to reflect your personal style while still complementing the rest of your community and protecting your security deposit. Please check your lease agreement or ask our community team about specific decorating policies.
Our lease agreement gives the community team the right to enter a resident’s apartment home at any time. However, we try to make residents aware of any scheduled inspections or any need to enter their home at least 24 hours in advance. In the case of an emergency, like a leak, Cortland has the right to enter without advanced notice to prevent further damage to the apartment home or community.
Yes, our early termination policy is defined in your lease agreement. However, there are some exceptions to this. Please contact our team for more information.
You can pay rent online through our Cortland Connect resident portal and mobile app. We accept the following payment methods: E-check: ACH (e-check) is accepted with no additional fees. Credit cards: Master Card, Visa, Discover, and AMEX are accepted for an additional fee. Master Card, AMEX, and Discover card transactions charge a service fee of 2.95% of the transaction amount, while Visa transactions charge a service fee of 2.95% of the resident’s monthly lease amount. eMoney Order: Payments made using eMoney Order are accepted for an additional fee. You can request a payment coupon to make a payment using eMoney order through your Cortland Connect portal.
No, we do not permit short-term renting or subletting of any sort in our community. Homestay services such as Airbnb or VRBO are also prohibited.
Yes, please check your lease agreement for more information about our late fee policies.













































