Cheap Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, OH from $400 (35 Rentals)

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249 8th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

249 8th St

249 8th StElyria, OH 44035
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Westwood Estates
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Westwood Estates

7055 Quarry RdAmherst, OH 44001

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601-605 Abbe Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

601-605 Abbe Rd

601-605 N Abbe RdElyria, OH 44035
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2550 Elyria Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2550 Elyria Ave

2550 Elyria AveLorain, OH 44055
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Birmingham, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Birmingham Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Birmingham, OH is a Studio unit found at The Overlook priced from $650. Hampshire I Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Birmingham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The OverlookEfficiencyStudio,1BA$650
Hampshire I ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
Concord Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Water's Edge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$700
Tower Regency & Tower Garden1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$735
Arbor Grove LorainStudioStudio,1BA$789
Foxes' Lair Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$810
Chestnut Acres Apartments1 Bedroom - Call for Availability1BR,1BA$825
143 Hamilton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Pinebrook Tower Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, OH and Nearby

As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Birmingham area is the $0.98 price per square foot Single Family Home Ranch Model at 403 Palomino Ct in the starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Birmingham apartment is the Hazelwood Model at Redwood Norwalk starting at $1,650 with a $1.38 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
403 Palomino CtSingle Family Home Ranch3BR,2BA$0.98
Redwood NorwalkHazelwood2BR,2BA$1.38
Redwood ElyriaFernwood2BR,2BA$1.43
Hancock Duplex Apartments1919 Randal St2BR,1.5BA$1.02
Crystal Shores CommunityTwo Bedroom- One Bath (460M)2BR,1BA$1.27
Pin Oak Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.41
Foxes' Lair Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.14
143 Hamilton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.31
Water's Edge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.08
Pinebrook Tower Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.33

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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 The Overlook listed at $650.

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 Pin Oak Apartments and starts from $1,050.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.