
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Birmingham, IA from $500 (54 Rentals)
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EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS

Centerville Senior Lofts

MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS

Caspian Village Apartments

Green Gable Cottages

Westland Village

Park Madison Apartments

Summer Street Apartments

Orchards & Woodlands
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IA City Lofts

Bel Aire Apartments

Orchard Meadows

Tama Too Apartments

Hawthorne Townhomes

Stonegate Village Apartments

Sycamore Apartments

Seville

School House Apartments

Emerald Ct
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Urbane424 Apartments

Nexus TownHomes

1165 S Riverside Dr

Riverfront Crossings

Uptown Village Apartments

Mane Gate Apartments

Blaul Lofts

Westgate Villa

Black Hawk Village

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Nemitz Hall
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630 N 6th St

Fairfield Park II Apartments

Louden Lofts

Chateau Apartments

Washington Apartments

Keokuk Family Flats

Tisdale Apartments

516 South St

Carriage Hill

204 S Main St
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The Burlington Apartments

633 Walnut St

532 S Dubuque St

Mediapolis Village

Oakcrest

151 E 3rd St

410 Burlington St

415 S Van Buren St

2434 Lakeside Dr

2432 Petsel Pl
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Birmingham, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,033 | $750 | $1,300 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $927 | $515 | $2,019 |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,161 | $600 | $1,725 |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,137 | $695 | $3,300 |
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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 Centerville Senior Lofts priced from $600. Washington Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $706. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Birmingham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centerville Senior Lofts | The Dublin | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Washington Apartments | 2.1C 40% | 2BR,1BA | $706 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathrom | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Alice Place West Burlington | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Hawthorne Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $860 |
| Stonegate Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, IA and Nearby
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Birmingham area is the $0.59 price per square foot C1 - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Iowa City in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $695. The second greatest value Birmingham apartment is the 3 Bdrm Model at Emerald Ct starting at $1,225 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Cottage Hill neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Emerald Ct | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 208 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Hawthorne Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| Alice Place West Burlington | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Centerville Senior Lofts | The Dearborn | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| School House Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.12 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathrom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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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 School House Apartments listed at $950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Birmingham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Birmingham Apartment is $750 at Park Madison 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 $600 at Centerville Senior Lofts.
What is the most affordable Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at School House Apartments and starts from $1,075.
Expert Rental Resources
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.