
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, MI from $975 (12 Rentals)
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630 Ann St

Hartford Place

166 W Lincoln St

444 Chester St, Unit 413

Lincoln House
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,767 | $1,085 | $2,379 |
| West Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,467 | $1,365 | $3,500 |
| West Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,121 | $1,850 | $5,000 |
| West Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,293 | $6,175 | $6,412 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, MI.
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Cheapest Available West Birmingham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Birmingham area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Hartford Place priced from $1,425. Lincoln House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable West Birmingham apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,425 |
| Lincoln House | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,850 |
| Worth Street Residences | Two Bedroom / Two Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1,975 |
| Edgewood Court North | 2 BTH | 2BR, 1BA | $2,115 |
| 555 Luxury Apartments | The Crestmont | 1BR, 1BA | $2,596 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Birmingham, MI
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Birmingham area is the $1.07 price per square foot Two Bedroom / Two Bathroom Model at Worth Street Residences in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value West Birmingham apartment is the The Legacy Model at 555 Luxury Apartments in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood starting at $6,175 with a $3.48 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worth Street Residences | Two Bedroom / Two Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.07 |
| 555 Luxury Apartments | The Legacy | 3BR, 2BA | $3.48 |
| Edgewood Court North | 2 BTH | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.92 |
| Lincoln House | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.85 |
| The Forefront Birmingham | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $5.26 |
| 166 W Lincoln St | 166 W Lincoln St | 2BR, 1BA | $2.18 |
| Hartford Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Birmingham Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Birmingham?
The cheapest apartment in West Birmingham is Hartford Place which is listed at $1,425, while the average apartment in West Birmingham costs $2,831.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Birmingham?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in West Birmingham that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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