Cheap Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, MI from $800 (66 Rentals)

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The Baldwin on Chester
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Baldwin on Chester

200 Chester StBirmingham, MI 48009
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Hartford Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hartford Place

650 Ann StBirmingham, MI 48009
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Merrillwood Collection
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Merrillwood Collection

211 E Merrill StBirmingham, MI 48009
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Putney Townhomes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Putney Townhomes

1037 Putney StBirmingham, MI 48009
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Birmingham, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Birmingham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Birmingham, MI is a Studio unit found at Amber's Timber Lodges in the Nordwood Estates neighborhood priced from $875. Woodland Gardens in the Nordwood Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Birmingham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amber's Timber LodgesStudioStudio,1BA$875
Woodland Gardens1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$880
Amber Creek ApartmentsStudio (Tahoe/Ventura)Studio,1BA$895
amber's Broadacre ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$945
Altitude Apartments EastAltitude Apartments - One Bedroom (Renovated) *...1BR,1BA$950
Amber ApartmentsMediterranean 1- Standard1BR,1BA$959
PhilamerOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,000
Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,090
Amber Landing Townhouses and LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Amber Court ApartmentsAlberta I1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, MI

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Birmingham area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome Model at Amber Oak Townhomes in the in the Downtown Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Birmingham apartment is the Two Bedroom/Two Bath Model at Corner Place starting at $1,560 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Fries Park neighborhood. 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.
Amber Oak Townhomes2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.23
Corner PlaceTwo Bedroom/Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.20
Amber's Starr TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.51
Camelot ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.36
ONE11 BIRMINGHAM WEST2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.30
Cranbrook Centre - Southfield, MI1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.47
Oakwood Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
PhilamerOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.35
Amber ApartmentsMediterranean 1- Standard1BR,1BA$1.37
Woodland Gardens1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.36

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Birmingham, MI

Ranked #45

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Birmingham, MI

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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's Timber Lodges listed at $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Birmingham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Birmingham Apartment is $880 at Woodland Gardens.

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 $1,065 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.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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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