Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, MI from $900 (50 Rentals)

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The Baldwin on Chester
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Baldwin on Chester

200 Chester StBirmingham, MI 48009
Senior Living
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Merrillwood Collection
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Merrillwood Collection

211 E Merrill StBirmingham, MI 48009
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ONE11 BIRMINGHAM WEST
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

ONE11 BIRMINGHAM WEST

2101 E Maple RdBirmingham, MI 48009
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property at 487 N Eton St

$1,650

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$1,650
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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487 N Eton St, Unit B 6, Unit B 6

487 N Eton St
BirminghamMI48009
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One11 Residences
2 Bedroom Apartments

One11 Residences

2555 E Maple RdBirmingham, MI 48009

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property at 2445 Torquay Ave

$1,500

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$1,500
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2445 Torquay Ave, Unit 107, Unit 107

2445 Torquay Ave
Royal OakMI48073
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$1,800

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2445 Torquay Ave, Unit 112, Unit 112

2445 Torquay Ave
Royal OakMI48073

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Downtown Birmingham, Birmingham, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Birmingham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Birmingham area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkview Apartments priced from $1,050. Capri has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here are the most affordable Downtown Birmingham apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,090
Oakwood Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,180
Stephan Woods Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,250
Somerset ParkRoyal1BR,1BA$1,275
Maplecrest Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,275
Buckingham Square1 bedroom NO patio/balcony1BR,1BA$1,305
Altitude West ApartmentsAltitude Apartments West - One Bedroom *THIRD M...1BR,1BA$1,400
Hartford Place1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Birmingham, MI

As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Birmingham area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2/1 townhome Model at Putney Townhomes in the in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood starting from $1,890. The second greatest value Downtown Birmingham apartment is the 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome Model at Amber Oak Townhomes starting at $1,895 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Putney Townhomes2/1 townhome2BR,1BA$1.15
Amber Oak Townhomes2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.23
Somerset ParkLancaster II2BR,2BA$1.60
Lincoln House2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.69
Parkview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Oakwood Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
Buckingham Square1 bedroom - standard1BR,1BA$1.69
Altitude West ApartmentsAltitude Apartments West - One Bedroom *THIRD M...1BR,1BA$1.75
Maplecrest Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.76
Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56

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Downtown Birmingham, Birmingham, MI

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Birmingham, Birmingham, and the greater Detroit area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Birmingham Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Birmingham Apartment is $950 at Altitude Apartments East.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Birmingham is starting from $1,180 at Oakwood Villa Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakwood Villa Apartments and starts from $1,320.

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