
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, MI from $900 (25 Rentals)
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Stephan Woods Apartments

355 E 14 Mile Rd

1723 E 14 Mile Rd, Unit D

630 Ann St

Hartford Place
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327 Southfield Rd, Unit #3BS

Lincoln House

1620 Graefield Rd

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771-773 Henrietta St

444 Chester St, Unit 413

323 N Eton St, Unit G

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The Baldwin on Chester

1727 E 14 Mile Rd
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Adam's House

35300 Woodward Ave

Merrillwood Collection

928 N Adams Rd, Unit 8

1205 E 14 Mile Rd

444 Chester St
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1424 Smith Ave
Central Birmingham, Birmingham, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,642 | $1,085 | $2,379 |
| Central Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,911 | $1,200 | $5,300 |
| Central Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,665 | $1,585 | $6,400 |
| Central Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,412 | $6,412 | $6,412 |
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Cheapest Available Central Birmingham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Birmingham area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Stephan Woods Apartments priced from $1,250. Hartford Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here are the most affordable Central Birmingham apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephan Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Hartford Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Adam's House | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Maple Road Townes | 2 BR/1 BA TOWNHOME | 2BR,1BA | $1,585 |
| Lincoln House | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Birmingham, MI
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Birmingham area is the $3.48 price per square foot The Legacy Model at 555 Luxury Apartments in the in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood starting from $6,175. The second greatest value Central Birmingham apartment is the 2 Bed / 1 Bath Birmingham, Poppleton Park Town... Model at Putney Townhomes starting at $1,890 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 555 Luxury Apartments | The Legacy | 3BR,2BA | $3.48 |
| Putney Townhomes | 2 Bed / 1 Bath Birmingham, Poppleton Park Town... | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Lincoln House | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| The Forefront Birmingham | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $5.26 |
| Birmingham Pointe | 1 BEDROOM+DEN-5 | 1BR,1BA | $4.55 |
| 166 W Lincoln St | 166 W Lincoln St | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Maple Road Townes | 2 BR/1 BA TOWNHOME | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Hartford Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Stephan Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Adam's House | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Birmingham Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Birmingham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Birmingham Apartment is $1,250 at Stephan Woods Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Birmingham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Birmingham is starting from $1,585 at Maple Road Townes.
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