
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, MI from $900 (16 Rentals)
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The Forefront Birmingham

355 E 14 Mile

Colonial Court Terraces
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Edgewood Court North

166 W Lincoln St, Unit 1W (Unit 1)
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West Birmingham, Birmingham, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,512 | $1,045 | $1,980 |
| West Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,540 | $1,325 | $3,500 |
| West Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,645 | $1,495 | $5,000 |
| West Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,625 | $2,100 | $7,100 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 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 $1,790. 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 | $1,790 |
| 555 Luxury Apartments | The Vistas | Studio,1BA | $1,960 |
| The Forefront Birmingham | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Birmingham, MI
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Birmingham area is the $1.79 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at Lincoln House in the in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood starting from $1,790. The second greatest value West Birmingham apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Forefront Birmingham starting at $5,000 with a $5.26 price per square foot in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln House | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Forefront Birmingham | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $5.26 |
| 166 W Lincoln St, Unit 1W (Unit 1) | 166 W Lincoln St | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 555 Luxury Apartments | The Crestmont | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Hartford Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Birmingham Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Birmingham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Birmingham Apartment is $1,425 at Hartford Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Birmingham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Birmingham is starting from $1,790 at Lincoln House.
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