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Rental Market Trends in Birmingham, MI

What is the average rent in Birmingham, MI?

$2,278/month

Average Rent

777 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.4%

Increase in the Last Year

As of July 2025, the average rent in Birmingham, MI is $2,278 per month. This is 39% higher than the national average rent price of $1,637/month, making Birmingham one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Birmingham, you can expect to pay about $1,732 per month for a studio, $2,278 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $3,159 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $4,451 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,732/month
544 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,278/month
777 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,159/month
1,141 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,451/month
1,443 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,656/month
1,638 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,569/month
2,215 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,077/month
1,009 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Birmingham, MI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.4%, which averages out to $9 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Birmingham, MI
Last Updated July 2025
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Birmingham, MI
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
23% $1,001 - $1,500/month
32% $1,501 - $2,000/month
45% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham?

Based on current rent prices, Pembrook Manor and Adams Village" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Pembrook Manor
$1,907/month
884 Sq Ft
Adams Village
$4,362/month
974 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham?

Based on current rent prices, Adams Village and Pembrook Manor" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Adams Village
$4,362/month
974 Sq Ft
Pembrook Manor
$1,907/month
884 Sq Ft

Which Birmingham neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Birmingham with the most apartments available are Adams Village and Pembrook Manor" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Adams Village
$4,362/month
974 Sq Ft
Pembrook Manor
$1,907/month
884 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Birmingham, MI?

Because the average rent in Birmingham is $2,278, you’ll want to make about $7,593 per month or $91,116 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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Birmingham Pointe

Birmingham Pointe

707 S Worth St,
Birmingham, MI 48009

1-3 Beds | $3,300 - $13,000

Somerset Park

Somerset Park

1911 Golfview Dr,
Troy, MI 48084

1-3 Beds | $1,300 - $4,907

Amber Oak Townhomes

Amber Oak Townhomes

4301-4595 Coolidge Hwy,
Royal Oak, MI 48073

2 Beds | $1,895 - $2,445

Eton Square Apartments & Townhomes

Eton Square Apartments & Townhomes

1997 Villa Rd,
Birmingham, MI 48009

1-3 Beds | $1,375 - $2,575

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2025.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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