
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, OH from $400 (45 Rentals)
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Sherwood Forest Apartments

Chestnut Acres Apartments

Meadows Pointe Apartments

Foxes' Lair Apartments

Concord Apartments

The Overlook

Tower Regency & Tower Garden

143 Hamilton Ave
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Evergreen Village Apartments & Townhouses

Arbor Grove Lorain

Condor Garden Apartments

Water's Edge Apartments

Pinecrest Apartments

Pinegrove Apartments

College Park Apartments

Oakwood Park Apartments

Crystal Shores Community
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Pinebrook Tower Apartments

Rosewood Park Apartments

The Alba Apartments

The Wingate Apartments

Colonial Colony

Sunset Townhouses

Walden Apartments

601-605 Abbe Rd

Pin Oak Apartments
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Ashwood Townhomes

Keywood Gates

Cambridge Court Townhomes

Westgate Gardens Apartments

College Village Apartments

Harmony Square Apartments

Hampshire I Apartments

Arlington Square Apartments

249 8th St
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1031 W 9th St

1454 W River Rd N

1912 Camp St

Westwood Estates

2550 Elyria Ave

1714 E 30th St

3009 Pearl Ave

352 Broadway St

230 Whittlesey Ave
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Birmingham, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Studio Apartments | $711 | $630 | $799 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,219 | $595 | $1,825 |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $630 | $2,599 |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,922 | $950 | $2,624 |
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Cheapest Available Birmingham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Birmingham, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Concord Apartments in the Bartish neighborhood priced from $695. Harmony Square Apartments in the Bartish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Birmingham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Harmony Square Apartments | Barndoor | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Overlook | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Tower Regency & Tower Garden | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| 143 Hamilton Ave | studio | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Arbor Grove Lorain | Studio | Studio,1BA | $789 |
| Water's Edge Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Foxes' Lair Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Crystal Shores Community | One bed/one bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Pinebrook Tower Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, OH and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Birmingham area is the $1.19 price per square foot Shoreline Model at Shoreline Village Apartments in the in the Downtown Vermilion neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Birmingham apartment is the 2 Bed/1.5 Bath Model at 601-605 Abbe Rd starting at $1,000 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the North Elyria 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreline Village Apartments | Shoreline | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 601-605 Abbe Rd | 2 Bed/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.85 |
| The Shore Club | 2 Bed 2 Bath Bayside | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 1031 W 9th St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Pinegrove Apartments | 129 David Drive | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Sunset Townhouses | 2 Bed Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Evergreen Village Apartments & Townhouses | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Foxes' Lair Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Water's Edge Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Pinebrook Tower Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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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 Concord 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 $795 at Concord Apartments.
What is the most affordable Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sunset Townhouses and starts from $1,000.
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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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.