
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, MI from $1,200 (11 Rentals)
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2655 E Maple Rd

1705 E 14 Mile Rd

1880 Axtell Dr, Unit 7
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2655 E Maple Rd, Unit 19

1968 Axtell Dr, Unit 7

4103 Benjamin Ave

2440 Parmenter Blvd

2715 E Maple Rd
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3703 Coolidge Hwy

4614 Olivia Ave
Downtown Birmingham, Birmingham, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Birmingham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Birmingham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,303 | $1,450 | $6,000 |
Downtown Birmingham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,213 | $1,795 | $8,500 |
Downtown Birmingham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,862 | $3,700 | $8,500 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, MI.
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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 Altitude Apartments East priced from $995. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Altitude Apartments East | Altitude Apartments - One Bedroom (Renovated) *... | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Capri | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Oakwood Villa Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,180 |
Parkview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Stephan Woods Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Birmingham, MI
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Birmingham apartment is the Andover Model at Huntley Square starting at $1,745 with a $1.45 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Amber Oak Townhomes | 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
Huntley Square | Andover | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
Colonial Court Terraces | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
Oakwood Villa Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
1890 Axtell Dr, Unit 3 | 1890 Axtell Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Somerset Park | Dorchester | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Buckingham Square Apts and TH | 1x1 800 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Metropolitan 13 Flats | 2 BR 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Parkview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Capri | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Birmingham
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Birmingham?
There are currently 109 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Birmingham, MI with pricing that ranges from $1,045 to $13,000. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Birmingham ranging from $1,250 to $8,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Birmingham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Birmingham ranges from $1,250 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,693.
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