Cheap Homes for Rent in West End Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $500 (29 Rentals)

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1529 1st Ave W

BirminghamAL35208

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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 1 Bed unit found at Fountain Blue Apartments priced from $595. Pointe Arlington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fountain Blue Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$595
Pointe Arlington1/1.001BR,1BA$700
Adona ApartmentsThe Elm/EvergreenStudio,1BA$775
University Crossings2 Bed 1 Bath Small2BR,1BA$780
The Park at BuckinghamThe Maple1BR,1BA$979
Homewood Heights Apartment Homes2 BR | 1 BA2BR,1BA$1,120
Colina WeHoArden II1BR,1BA$1,475
West Row Lofts & TownhomesRaleigh3BR,2BA$2,499

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, AL

As of September 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $1.86 price per square foot Raleigh Model at West Row Lofts & Townhomes in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value West End apartment is the 2 BR | 1 BA Model at Homewood Heights Apartment Homes starting at $1,120 with a $1.18 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 & TownhomesRaleigh3BR,2.5BA$1.86
Homewood Heights Apartment Homes2 BR | 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.18
The Park at BuckinghamThe Laurel1BR,1BA$1.22
Colina WeHoAvonlea II1BR,1BA$2.23
Pointe Arlington2/1.002BR,1BA$1.29
Fountain Blue Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.08
University Crossings2 Bed 1 Bath Small2BR,1BA$1.47
Adona ApartmentsThe Elm/EvergreenStudio ,1BA$1.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West End, Birmingham, AL

Ranked #47

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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 133 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West End ranging from $550 to $2,000.

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 $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,166.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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