
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, MI from $1,070 (37 Rentals)
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Maplecrest Apartments

Stephan Woods Apartments

2859 E Maple Rd, Unit 20

1715 E 14 Mile Rd, Unit A

355 E 14 Mile

630 Ann St

Hartford Place

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166 W Lincoln St

156 N Worth St

946 N Adams Rd, Unit 3

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Eton Square Apartments & Townhomes

437 N Eton St, Unit 403

1175 Chapin Ave

444 Chester St, Unit 413

1493 E 14 Mile Rd

323 N Eton St, Unit G
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Lincoln House

771-773 Henrietta St

The Baldwin on Chester

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Adam's House

35300 Woodward Ave

Merrillwood Collection

928 N Adams Rd, Unit 8

1682 Graefield Rd
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444 Chester St

ONE11 BIRMINGHAM WEST

Chloe Park

One11 Residences

1424 Smith Ave

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Buckingham Square

Somerset Park

Courtview Garden Apartments

1942 Axtell Dr
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1968 Axtell Dr
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 | $1,642 | $1,085 | $2,379 |
| East Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,817 | $1,245 | $5,300 |
| East Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,199 | $1,531 | $6,400 |
| East Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,095 | $2,515 | $6,412 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, MI.
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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 Somerset Park priced from $1,407. Hartford Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here are the most affordable East Birmingham apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Park | Allenby | 1BR,1BA | $1,407 |
| Hartford Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Maple Road Townes | 1 BR/1 BA TOWNHOUSE | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
| Eton Square Apartments & Townhomes | Carlyle 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,615 |
| Lincoln House | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Edgewood Court North | 2 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $2,115 |
| 555 Luxury Apartments | The Crestmont | 1BR,1BA | $2,596 |
| The Forefront Birmingham | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| Birmingham Pointe | 1 BEDROOM+DEN-4 | 1BR,1BA | $4,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Birmingham, MI
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the East 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 East Birmingham apartment is the BRIDGE VAULT Model at IRONGATE RESIDENCES OF BIRMINGHAM starting at $5,500 with a $3.54 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 555 Luxury Apartments | The Legacy | 3BR,2BA | $3.48 |
| IRONGATE RESIDENCES OF BIRMINGHAM | BRIDGE VAULT | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.54 |
| Birmingham Pointe | 2 BEDROOM MEZZANINE-6 | 2BR,2BA | $4.50 |
| Edgewood Court North | 2 BTH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.92 |
| Lincoln House | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Eton Square Apartments & Townhomes | Berkshire Diamond | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 166 W Lincoln St | 166 W Lincoln St | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Somerset Park | Allenby | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Maple Road Townes | 2 BR/1 BA TOWNHOME | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Hartford Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Birmingham Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Birmingham?
The cheapest apartment in East Birmingham is Somerset Park which is listed at $1,407, while the average apartment in East Birmingham costs $2,336.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Birmingham?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in East Birmingham that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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