
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, IA from $400 (20 Rentals)
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Bel Aire Apartments

944 Spring Ridge Dr

Caspian Village
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410 W Hempstead Ave

304 S 2nd St

516 South St
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12149 DMC Hwy 99
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birmingham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,018 | $895 | $1,265 |
Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $915 | $615 | $1,650 |
Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $495 | $1,700 |
Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $695 | $3,300 |
Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $799 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available Birmingham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Birmingham, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Mediapolis Village priced from $495. Bel Aire Apartments in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Birmingham apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mediapolis Village | Unit 38 | 2BR,1BA | $495 |
Bel Aire Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
Caspian Village | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Alice Place West Burlington | 1-Bedroom ADA | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable - Memorial Park Rd | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, IA and Nearby
As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Birmingham area is the $0.75 price per square foot 3 Bedroom and 1 Bath Model at School House Apartments in the in the Pershing Place neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Birmingham apartment is the Unit 81 Model at Fairfield Estates starting at $1,057 with a $0.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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School House Apartments | 3 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
Fairfield Estates | Unit 81 | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
Mediapolis Village | Unit 41 | 4BR,2BA | $0.75 |
Washington Apartments | The Harmon | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Orchard Meadows Apartments | B1 Partially Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 403 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Louden Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Getting Around Birmingham, IA
Walk Score®
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Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
24 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Birmingham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Birmingham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Birmingham is at Caspian Village listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Birmingham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Birmingham Apartment is $645 at Bel Aire Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Birmingham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Birmingham is starting from $495 at Mediapolis Village.
What is the most affordable Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Louden Lofts and starts from $845.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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