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Rental Market Trends in Birmingham, MI

What is the average rent in Birmingham, MI?

$2,262/month

Average Rent

777 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.7%

Increase in the Last Year

As of October 2025, the average rent in Birmingham, MI is $2,262 per month. This is 39% higher than the national average rent price of $1,630/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 $1,725 per month for a studio, $2,262 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,992 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $4,678 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,725/month
541 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,262/month
777 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,992/month
1,126 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,678/month
1,463 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,222/month
1,444 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,980/month
1,276 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,231/month
1,007 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 0.7%, which averages out to $17 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated October 2025
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Birmingham, MI
Last Updated October 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
17% $1,001 - $1,500/month
39% $1,501 - $2,000/month
43% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham?

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

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Pembrook Manor
$1,628/month
878 Sq Ft
Downtown Birmingham
$3,199/month
762 Sq Ft
Adams Village
$4,453/month
999 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Adams Village
$4,453/month
999 Sq Ft
Downtown Birmingham
$3,199/month
762 Sq Ft
Pembrook Manor
$1,628/month
878 Sq Ft

Which Birmingham neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Adams Village
$4,453/month
999 Sq Ft
Pembrook Manor
$1,628/month
878 Sq Ft
Downtown Birmingham
$3,199/month
762 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 $2,262, you’ll want to make about $7,540 per month or $90,480 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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Apartment communities in Birmingham we think you'll love

Birmingham Pointe

Birmingham Pointe

707 S Worth St,
Birmingham, MI 48009

$3,700 - $13,000

1-3 Beds

Somerset Park

Somerset Park

1911 Golfview Dr,
Troy, MI 48084

$1,325 - $4,493

1-3 Beds

Amber Oak Townhomes

Amber Oak Townhomes

4301-4595 Coolidge Hwy,
Royal Oak, MI 48073

$1,895 - $2,445

2 Beds

555 Luxury Apartments

555 Luxury Apartments

555 S Woodward Ave,
Birmingham, MI 48009

$1,960 - $7,205

Studio - 3 Beds

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Methodology

† 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 September 2025.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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