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Stephan Woods Apartments

Maplecrest Apartments

355 E 14 Mile Rd

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1723 E 14 Mile Rd, Unit D

630 Ann St

Hartford Place

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Colonial Court Terraces

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166 W Lincoln St

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Maple Road Townes

437 N Eton St, Unit 403

327 Southfield Rd, Unit #3BS

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1727 E 14 Mile Rd

Adam's House

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35300 Woodward Ave

Chloe Park

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Amber Creek Apartments

Amber's Timber Lodges

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amber's Broadacre Apartments

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Philamer

Woodland Gardens

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Amber Court Apartments

3826 Devon Rd

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4304 13 Mile Rd, Unit 7

Huntley Square

Woodward Court Apartments
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Altitude West (Altitude RPB, LLC)

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Residences of Troy

Capri

Camelot Apartments

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3219 Benjamin Ave, Unit Benjamin Ave Apt

Somerset Park
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Birmingham, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,441 | $895 | $2,379 |
| Cheap Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $950 | $4,900 |
| Cheap Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $977 | $6,400 |
| Cheap Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $1,340 | $6,412 |
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Cheapest Available Birmingham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Birmingham, MI is a Studio unit found at Amber Creek Apartments in the Troy neighborhood priced from $895. Amber's Timber Lodges in the Clawson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Birmingham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Creek Apartments | Studio (Tahoe/Ventura) | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Amber's Timber Lodges | Mini Flats | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| amber's Broadacre Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Legacy Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Philamer | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Woodland Gardens | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| Parkview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Amber Court Apartments | Alberta I | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Altitude West (Altitude RPB, LLC) | One Bedroom | One Bath | Sublease - 10 Month Le... | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, MI
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Birmingham area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2 Bed / 1 Bath Birmingham, Poppleton Park Town... Model at Putney Townhomes in the in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood starting from $1,890. The second greatest value Birmingham apartment is the Chatsworth Model at Huntley Square starting at $2,265 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Downtown Birmingham 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Putney Townhomes | 2 Bed / 1 Bath Birmingham, Poppleton Park Town... | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Huntley Square | Chatsworth | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Amber Oak Townhomes | 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
| Cranbrook Centre - Southfield, MI | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Amber's Starr Townhouses | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Camelot Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Residences of Troy | Telegraph - 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Parkview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Altitude West (Altitude RPB, LLC) | One Bedroom | One Bath | Sublease - 10 Month Le... | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Philamer | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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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 Amber Creek Apartments listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Birmingham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Birmingham Apartment is $995 at Legacy Manor.
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 $1,100 at Woodland Gardens.
What is the most affordable Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amber Creek Apartments and starts from $1,575.
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