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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 Altitude Apartments East priced from $950. 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
Altitude Apartments EastAltitude Apartments - One Bedroom (Renovated) *...1BR,1BA$950
Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,090
Oakwood Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,180
Parkview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Stephan Woods Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Birmingham, MI

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Birmingham area is the $1.40 price per square foot Chatsworth Model at Huntley Square in the in the Downtown Birmingham neighborhood starting from $2,240. 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.
Huntley SquareChatsworth3BR,2BA$1.40
Amber Oak Townhomes2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.23
Buckingham Square2 bedroom 2 bath 1st floor2BR,2BA$1.55
ONE11 BIRMINGHAM WEST2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.30
Oakwood Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
Somerset ParkDorchester1BR,1BA$1.68
Metropolitan 13 Flats2 BR 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.66
Briarwood Park Apartments1 BR 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.72
Parkview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.71
Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Birmingham, Birmingham, MI

Ranked #3

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

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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 $950 to $13,000. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Birmingham ranging from $1,050 to $7,500.

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 $1,050 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,931.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Birmingham?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Birmingham range from $1,420 to $12,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.