Cheap Homes for Rent in West End Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $500 (24 Rentals)

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West End, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at The Park at Buckingham priced from $648. University Crossings has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Park at BuckinghamThe ElmStudio,1BA$648
University CrossingsModel A1BR,1BA$740
Adona ApartmentsThe Elm/EvergreenStudio,1BA$775
The Pearl at Homewood1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$872
Red Top Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, AL

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $2.51 price per square foot Kent Model at West Row Lofts & Townhomes in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value West End apartment is the 1 BR | 1 BA Model at Homewood Heights Apartment Homes starting at $1,020 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
West Row Lofts & TownhomesKent2BR,2.5BA$2.51
Homewood Heights Apartment Homes1 BR | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.20
The Pearl at Homewood1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.18
Park Estates Duplexes1 bedroom x 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.29
Colina WeHoAshton1BR,1BA$2.30
University Crossings2 Bed 1 Bath Small2BR,1BA$1.47
The Park at BuckinghamThe ElmStudio ,1BA$1.32
Adona ApartmentsThe Elm/EvergreenStudio ,1BA$1.79

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Frequently Asked Questions about West End

What type of rentals are currently available in West End?

There are currently 97 Apartments for Rent in West End, AL with pricing that ranges from $595 to $3,300. There are also 114 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West End ranging from $550 to $1,895.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West End?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West End ranges from $550 to $1,895 with an average monthly rent of $1,058.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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