
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, MI from $1,000 (32 Rentals)
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271 W Maple Rd

Stephan Woods Apartments

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Maple Road Townes

355 E 14 Mile Rd

630 ANN St

Hartford Place
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1109 Derby Rd

166 W Lincoln St

Lincoln House

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Eton Square Apartments & Townhomes

Chloe Park

911 North Adams Rd.

Putney Townhomes

771-773 Henrietta St
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The Baldwin on Chester

RMSA - MAPLESIDE APARTMENTS

150 Bird Ave

156 N Worth St

Merrillwood Collection

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

1205 E 14 Mile Rd

ONE11 BIRMINGHAM WEST
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Somerset Park

Buckingham Square

1968 Axtell Dr, Unit 3, Unit 3

1820 Axtell Dr

Courtview Garden Apartments

3551 W 14 Mile Rd
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East Birmingham, Birmingham, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,045 | $1,045 | $1,045 |
| East Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,538 | $1,200 | $5,300 |
| East Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,290 | $1,465 | $6,900 |
| East Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,362 | $2,189 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available East Birmingham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Birmingham area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Stephan Woods Apartments priced from $1,250. Somerset Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,251. Here are the most affordable East 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 |
| Somerset Park | Dorchester | 1BR,1BA | $1,251 |
| Maplecrest Apartments - Birmingham Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Buckingham Square | 1 bedroom NO patio/balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Hartford Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Lincoln House | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| Eton Square Apartments & Townhomes | Berkshire 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,735 |
| Chloe Park | 2 Bed/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Putney Townhomes | 2/1 townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Birmingham, MI
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the East 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 East Birmingham apartment is the 2 BTH Model at Edgewood Court North starting at $1,975 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Putney Townhomes | 2/1 townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Edgewood Court North | 2 BTH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| Somerset Park | Lancaster II | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Chloe Park | 2 Bed/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| Lincoln House | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 166 W Lincoln St | 166 W Lincoln St | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Buckingham Square | 1 bedroom - standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Maplecrest Apartments - Birmingham Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Hartford Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Stephan Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Birmingham Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Birmingham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Birmingham Apartment is $1,250 at Stephan Woods Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Birmingham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Birmingham is starting from $1,465 at Buckingham Square.
What is the most affordable East Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eton Square Apartments & Townhomes and starts from $2,515.
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