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$720-$1,689/mo

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The Pearl at Homewood

218 Olympia Dr, Homewood, AL, 35209

1-3 beds 1-2.5 baths 610-1,306 sqft

All about this rental
Additional Move-In Fee May Apply (based on rental criteria).  All Move-In Fees are Non-Refundable.

Quick overview

Type:
Apartment
Floors:
2-3
Neighborhood:
Glen Iris
ZIP code:
35209
Built:
1975
Status:
Active
Apartments in the community:
278
Buildings in the community:
32
Last checked:
1 hour ago

Find your perfect layout

Rent specials

Rent specials available at The Pearl at Homewood. Special offers are valid for individual floor plans. For more details, please check each floor plan or contact the property directly.

Perks of living here

Shared spaces & benefits

  • Homewood School District
  • High Speed Internet
  • Fitness Center
  • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Online Resident Services
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Tennis Court
  • Playground
  • Pool
  • BBQ/Picnic Area
  • Package Receiving
  • On-Site Maintenance
  • On-Site Management
  • Dog Park

In-house comforts

  • Patio/Balcony
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Cable Ready
  • W/D Hookup
  • Air Conditioning & Heating
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Tub/Shower
  • Extra Storage

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Fees & policies

General fees

Security deposit:
$300
Application fees:
$75
There may be additional unit-specific fees.

Pet policy

Pets allowed. Pets - Max 2 allowed One time Pet Fee and monthly Pet Rent will apply (per pet) NOTE: Breed Restrictions Apply. Contact the Property Manager for more details.
The fees are estimates and actual amounts may vary. Pricing and availability are subject to change. For details, .

Contact info
Elon Management
Website
Property listed in the Yardi Rental ILS Network (RentCafe.com & Point2Homes.com).

Get to know the area

Know your way around

25
Car-dependent
Walk Score®
N/A
No data
Transit Score®
11
Somewhat bikeable
Bike Score®
The area around 218 Olympia Dr, Homewood, AL, 35209 is mostly car dependent. Limited services and amenities are within walking distance, so a car is needed for most errands. 218 Olympia Dr, Homewood, AL, 35209 is in an area that is not ideal for biking, with little to no cycling infrastructure available. 
Walkability data provided by Walk Score®

Plan your commute

  • Birmingham's city center
    19 min
    34 min
Commute times provided by Walk Score® Travel Time.

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ABC Child Care
Childcare • 1.35 mi
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Hoover KinderCare
Childcare • 4.95 mi
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Pioneer
Childcare • 5.12 mi
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Grace Academy Child Development Center
Childcare • 5.56 mi
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Ardent Preschool & Daycare
Childcare • 8.49 mi
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Beyond Blessed Child Care
Childcare • 9.41 mi
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Hall Kent Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 726 students • 1.19 mi
7/10
New Hope Christian Elementary School
Private • PK, K-5 • 67 students • 1.50 mi
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Our Lady Of Fatima School
Private • PK, K-8 • 186 students • 1.62 mi
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Ephesus Academy
Private • PK-12 • 206 students • 1.66 mi
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Hemphill Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 336 students • 1.71 mi
3/10
Our Lady Of Sorrows
Private • PK-8 • 400 students • 1.75 mi
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Creative Montessori School
Private • PK-8 • 248 students • 1.75 mi
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Washington Elementary School
Public • PK, K-8 • 567 students • 1.77 mi
6/10
Hall Kent Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 726 students • 1.19 mi
7/10
New Hope Christian Elementary School
Private • PK, K-5 • 67 students • 1.50 mi
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Edgewood Elementary School
Public • K-5 • 888 students • 1.60 mi
9/10
Our Lady Of Fatima School
Private • PK, K-8 • 186 students • 1.62 mi
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Ephesus Academy
Private • PK-12 • 206 students • 1.66 mi
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Hemphill Elementary School
Public • PK, K-5 • 336 students • 1.71 mi
3/10
Our Lady Of Sorrows
Private • PK-8 • 400 students • 1.75 mi
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Creative Montessori School
Private • PK-8 • 248 students • 1.75 mi
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Magic City Acceptance Academy
Charter • 6-12 • 338 students • 0.43 mi
4/10
Homewood Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 926 students • 1.58 mi
9/10
Our Lady Of Fatima School
Private • PK, K-8 • 186 students • 1.62 mi
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Ephesus Academy
Private • PK-12 • 206 students • 1.66 mi
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Our Lady Of Sorrows
Private • PK-8 • 400 students • 1.75 mi
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Creative Montessori School
Private • PK-8 • 248 students • 1.75 mi
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Washington Elementary School
Public • PK, K-8 • 567 students • 1.77 mi
6/10
Arrington Middle School
Public • 6-8 • 330 students • 1.93 mi
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Magic City Acceptance Academy
Charter • 6-12 • 338 students • 0.43 mi
4/10
Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School
Private • 9-12 • 190 students • 1.64 mi
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Ephesus Academy
Private • PK-12 • 206 students • 1.66 mi
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John Carroll Catholic High School
Private • 9-12 • 471 students • 1.93 mi
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Glen Iris Baptist School
Private • K-12 • 148 students • 2.17 mi
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Jefferson County Virtual School
Public • K-12 • 254 students • 2.75 mi
3/10
Family Sunshine School
Private • K-12 • 290 students • 2.85 mi
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Homewood High School
Public • 9-12 • 1330 students • 2.85 mi
10/10
University of Alabama at Birmingham
College • 2.63 mi
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Intramural/Recreation Complex
College • 3.00 mi
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Birmingham Southern College
College • 3.25 mi
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Lawson State College
College • 3.31 mi
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Miles College
College • 4.21 mi
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NW Corner of Mayfield Av SW & Montevallo Rd SW
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Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
Airport
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Bonham Airport
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Bagby Dr & Goodwin Crest Dr
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SW Corner of Mayfield Av SW & Montevallo Rd SW
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SE Corner of Montevallo Rd SW & Nassau Av SW
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0.34 mi
SW Corner of W Valley Av & Summit Pkwy
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Twin Towers
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Birmingham
Train
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Restaurant
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Hong Kong City
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Hamburger Heaven
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Monday Night Social Club
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Marty's PM
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3000 Bar
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Al's on 7th
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Little Caesars
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Hamburger Heaven
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Hardee's
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Sonic
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Wendy's
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Burger King
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Shark's
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Red Pearl Restaurant
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Pizza Hut
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Red Sea Ethiopian and Mediterranean Restaurant and Market
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Sabor Latino
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Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q
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Kangaroo Express
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Super Oriental Market
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Rocky Heights Printing and Binding
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Rainbow
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Laundramate
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Save-A-Lot
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Super Ofertas
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La Hacienda
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Kangaroo Express
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Super Oriental Market
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Save-A-Lot
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Super Ofertas
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La Hacienda
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Mi Pueblo Supermarket
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Walmart Neighborhood Market
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America's Best Inn
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Infinity Med-I-Spa
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Johanna's Dominican Plus Hair Salon
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Great Clips
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Pet Supplies Plus
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1.13 mi
Remy's Dog Park (Large)
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2.09 mi
Remy's Dog Park (Small)
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2.13 mi
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JR's Pet Grooming
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Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital
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Dog Days of Birmingham
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More Than Conquerors Faith Church
Place of worship
0.81 mi
Laborers In Christ
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Trinity United Methodist Church
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1.28 mi
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1.28 mi
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1.29 mi
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1.47 mi
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Homewood Police Department
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Wells Fargo
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0.50 mi
Regions Bank
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Norris Injury Lawyers
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The UPS Store
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1.23 mi
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Sammy's
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1.41 mi
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1.42 mi
L2
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Sports
1.47 mi
Sammy's
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0.88 mi
El Mega Sol
Entertainment
0.95 mi
El Sol
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1.06 mi
Titusville Branch Library
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1.51 mi
Surge Trampoline Park
Entertainment
1.69 mi
West End Branch Library
Entertainment
1.78 mi
Birmingham Premiere LUX Ciné GSX & Pizza Pub
Entertainment
2.22 mi
The Club
Entertainment
2.42 mi
L5
Sports
1.39 mi
L1
Sports
1.41 mi
L4
Sports
1.42 mi
L2
Sports
1.47 mi
L3
Sports
1.47 mi
George Ward Softball Field
Sports
1.48 mi
Mega Field
Sports
1.53 mi
Waldrop Stadium
Sports
1.63 mi

Average utility cost in Alabama

In Alabama, renters typically spend around $477 per month on utilities, with costs ranging from $30 for internet to $175 for electricity, depending on factors like home size, season, and usage.

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Electricity
$175
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Gas
$63
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Water
$59
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Sewer
$91
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Cable
$59
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Internet
$30

Community reviews
How are these reviews collected?
3.6 (5 reviews)

What other renters say:

Verified Resident
Jul 1, 2026 • Anonymous
Very nice living here, great neighborhood and staff.
Verified Resident
May 21, 2026 • Pamela
Wonderful Place to live Wish Maintenance would have on afterhours phone
Verified Resident
Dec 9, 2025 • Anonymous
Verified Resident
Oct 1, 2025 • Reginald
Need a lot of work and cut down some of the trees
Verified Resident
Sep 18, 2025 • Anjennetta W.
The people upstairs from are extremely noisy habe been for months. I really prefer to move to a different unit. Preferably upstairs

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FAQs about The Pearl at Homewood

When was this property’s information last updated?

The details for The Pearl at Homewood were last updated 1 hour ago.

What floor plans are available?

The Pearl at Homewood offers the following floor plan options: one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-plus-bedroom.

Is The Pearl at Homewood pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are welcome at The Pearl at Homewood.
Here are the details:
Pets allowed. Pets - Max 2 allowed One time Pet Fee and monthly Pet Rent will apply (per pet) NOTE: Breed Restrictions Apply. Contact the Property Manager for more details.

Do units at The Pearl at Homewood come with air conditioning?

Yes, units at The Pearl at Homewood come with air conditioning.

Do apartments at The Pearl at Homewood have washer/dryer?

Yes, The Pearl at Homewood comes with washer/dryer.

Does The Pearl at Homewood have a pool?

Yes, The Pearl at Homewood comes with a pool.

Is there a fitness center/gym available at The Pearl at Homewood?

Yes, The Pearl at Homewood includes a gym.

What neighborhood is this property in?

218 Olympia Dr, Homewood, AL, 35209 is in Glen Iris.

What are popular apartment communities in Glen Iris?

Popular apartment communities in Glen Iris include: Ashby at Ross Bridge, Park 35 on Clairmont, The Onyx Hoover Apartments, Silver Oak, Steel City Flats.

How far is The Pearl at Homewood from the city center?

The Pearl at Homewood is approximately 19 minutes away by car from the city center.

What's the best way to get around the area?

The area around 218 Olympia Dr, Homewood, AL, 35209 is mostly car dependent. Limited services and amenities are within walking distance, so a car is needed for most errands. 218 Olympia Dr, Homewood, AL, 35209 is in an area that is not ideal for biking, with little to no cycling infrastructure available. 

What childcare centers are close by?

Nearby childcare centers include ABC Child Care, Hoover KinderCare, Pioneer.

What schools are close by?

Nearby schools include Magic City Acceptance Academy, Hall Kent Elementary School, New Hope Christian Elementary School.

What colleges are close by?

Nearby colleges include University of Alabama at Birmingham, Intramural/Recreation Complex, Birmingham Southern College.

What are the price ranges for the units in this building?

Prices in The Pearl at Homewood are at:
  • $720-$730 for one-bedroom units
  • $929-$1,269 for two-bedroom units
  • $1,349-$1,689 for three-plus-bedroom units

How does this rent compare with rents in Birmingham?

Rent in Birmingham averages at $1,362, compared to prices of $720-$1,689 /mo at The Pearl at Homewood.

Are there any other apartments around for the same amount?

Here are some apartment communities near 218 Olympia Dr, Homewood, AL, 35209 with similar rents: Ashby at Ross Bridge, Inkwell on Grandview, Park 35 on Clairmont, The Onyx Hoover Apartments, Silver Oak, Steel City Flats, Townview, Central Station, Places at Red Rocks, Chestnut Tree.

Are there any specials for this property?

Yes, The Pearl at Homewood is currently offering the following special(s): Apply Now! First & Last Month Rent Free!! *Must move in on or before Oct. 2nd, 2026 to receive this special offer., Apply Now! First & Last Month Rent Free!! *Must move in on or before Oct. 2nd, 2026 to receive this special offer., Apply Now! First & Last Month Rent Free!! *Must move in on or before Oct. 2nd, 2026 to receive this special offer..

Does the rent at The Pearl at Homewood include utilities?

No, utilities are not included in the rent at The Pearl at Homewood. Tenants are typically responsible for all utilities.

Can I tour The Pearl at Homewood?

Yes, you can schedule a tour by using the options available on this page. Business hours are as follows:
Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Are there any reviews or ratings related to The Pearl at Homewood or its management company?

Yes, you’ll find reviews for The Pearl at Homewood above—see what past and current residents have to say about living here.

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