
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, MO from $600 (35 Rentals)
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Pleasant Grove Apartments

Brookside Apartments

Stoneybrook Apartments

Independence Tower

Cherokee Village

Manor Ridge

Clay Terrace
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Roosevelt

The Hudson

Winner Place Apartments

Liberty View

Cambridge Commons

Village Gardens Apartments

Kendallwood Apartments

Bennington Ridge
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Randall Court Apartments

Jefferson Park

Liberty Heights

The View on Vivion

Forest Park Apartments

Maple Manor Apartments

Parvin Estates

517 W Maple Ave
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Cimarron Apartments

1312 1/2 N Main St

7008 N Church Rd

563 S Ash Ave

523 W Maple Ave

10405 Evans St

1217 W Truman Rd

5002 Norledge Ave
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5901 Lexington Ave

Northpark Court Apartments

124 S Forest Ave
Birmingham, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Studio Apartments | $791 | $680 | $1,020 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $645 | $1,786 |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $752 | $2,656 |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,794 | $1,067 | $2,757 |
| Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $1,430 | $1,430 |
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Cheapest Available Birmingham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Birmingham, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookside Apartments in the Blue Valley neighborhood priced from $695. Stoneybrook Apartments in the Spring Branch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Birmingham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Stoneybrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Independence Tower | Studio /1 | Studio,1BA | $760 |
| Manor Ridge | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Cimarron Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Winner Place Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Cambridge Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Cherokee Village | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $915 |
| Jefferson Park | Jackson | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, MO and Nearby
As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Birmingham area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2 Bed Townhome Model at Arbor Mist Townhomes in the in the Bennington Crest neighborhood starting from $1,828. The second greatest value Birmingham apartment is the 3x1.5 Townhome Reno Model at Roosevelt starting at $1,340 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Rock Creek 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Mist Townhomes | 2 Bed Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.31 |
| Roosevelt | 3x1.5 Townhome Reno | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Northpark Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| The View on Vivion | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Village Gardens Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Cambridge Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Cherokee Village | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Stoneybrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Birmingham Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Birmingham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Birmingham Apartment is $695 at Brookside 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 $850 at Stoneybrook Apartments.
What is the most affordable Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Winner Place Apartments and starts from $1,100.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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