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Rental Market Trends in Birmingham, MI

What is the average rent in Birmingham, MI?

$2,287/month

Average Rent

776 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.3%

Increase in the Last Year

As of June 2026, the average rent in Birmingham, MI is $2,287 per month. This is 39% higher than the national average rent price of $1,644/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 $1,823 per month for a studio, $2,287 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $3,054 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $4,801 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,823/month
541 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,287/month
776 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,054/month
1,132 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,801/month
1,463 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,133/month
1,381 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,147/month
714 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,373/month
1,270 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 0.3%, which averages out to $7 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 June 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Birmingham, MI
Last Updated June 2026
$1,501 - $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
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
38% $1,501 - $2,000/month
38% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Birmingham is the most affordable neighborhood in Birmingham.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Birmingham
$2,689/month
753 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Birmingham is the most expensive neighborhood in Birmingham.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Birmingham
$2,689/month
753 Sq Ft

Which Birmingham neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Birmingham with the most apartments available is Downtown Birmingham .

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Birmingham
$2,689/month
753 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 $2,287, you’ll want to make about $7,623 per month or $91,476 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, MI

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How does Birmingham, MI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Birmingham, MI to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Downtown Birmingham

Birmingham, MI

Downtown Birmingham

Birmingham, MI

Studio
$2,101/month
$2,101/month
One Bedroom
$3,055/month
$3,055/month
Two Bedroom
$3,764/month
$3,764/month
Three Bedroom
$7,100/month
$7,100/month
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Apartment communities in Birmingham we think you'll love

Birmingham Pointe

Birmingham Pointe

707 S Worth St,
Birmingham, MI 48009

$3,995 - $6,900

1-3 Beds

Somerset Park

Somerset Park

1911 Golfview Dr,
Troy, MI 48084

$1,318 - $4,421

1-3 Beds

Buckingham Square

Buckingham Square

3100 Glouchester Ave,
Troy, MI 48084

$1,305 - $1,605

1-2 Beds

Putney Townhomes

Putney Townhomes

1037 Putney St,
Birmingham, MI 48009

$1,890

2 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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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