Best apartment complexes or housing for rent for a young woman in her 20's? (Birmingham: apartment complex)

[mrs.mhernandez]

I grew up in Birmingham but have been in Baton Rouge for the past 1.5 years. I am only 23 years old, but my husband and I are unfortunately already separating (long sad story) and I am moving back in a couple weeks. I would like to live in the Homewood/downtown Birmingham area to be close to entertainment options but know that there are some dangerous areas to live in. I used to live in Pelham so I am familiar with that area, but not so much the downtown living scene.

What would be the best apartment complex or housing rental company for someone my age? I would like a one bedroom or studio. Must have washer/dryer connections and kitchen for cooking. Other than that, I love to workout so proximity to a gym would be nice as well.

[Tourian]

I've never cared for any of the complexes along Valley Ave, but you'd just have to come check out the others to tell if you'd feel comfortable there. I don't think you'd have any problems in the complexes in the new trendy spots downtown.

[mrs.mhernandez]

What are some of the complexes in the trendy spots downtown? Do you know the names?

Thanks

[Tourian]

Station 121
Crowne on 10th
Park Place I
Southside Communities
Tapestry Park (Montclair)

I've never lived in any of these, but I think if you visit them you will probably get a good feel for them to see if they'll be comfortable for you.