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  • $535,200

    1226 Bird Ave, Birmingham, MI 48009

    1beds
    600sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $535,200 Zestimate®
    $892/sqft
    $1,413 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $535,200

    $482,000 - $599,000

    $1,413/mo

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    What's special

    Fenced-in yardPrivate entranceQuartz countertopsFloor-to-ceiling tileOversized walk-in closetsNeutral-toned carpetingLuxurious bathroom

    Stylish 1BR Apartment with a Private Entrance in Prime Birmingham Location Walk to Downtown & Woodward Ave! Live in style with this sophisticated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom 2nd floor apartment, perfectly situated in a quiet Birmingham neighborhood just a short walk from downtown and Woodward Ave! This charming duplex is located on a peaceful, dead-end residential street, offering both privacy and convenience. Experience the full Birmingham lifestyle enjoy local parks, gourmet restaurants, lively bars, cozy coffee shops, a vibrant summer farmers market, boutique shopping, movie theaters, and more! This home is also located in the highly regarded Birmingham school district. Plus, you're just minutes from Royal Oak, Ferndale, the Woodward corridor, Corewell Health/Beaumont Hospital, and both I-696 and I-75, making commuting a breeze. Modern, High-End Interior This recently renovated second-floor unit features stylish, high-quality finishes throughout: * Spacious, updated kitchen with elegant white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, a designer herringbone tile backsplash, and full-sized stainless-steel appliances. A versatile nook off the kitchen can serve as a pantry, office or cozy dining area. * Luxurious bathroom with floor-to-ceiling tile, a glass-enclosed shower and glass block windows that provide natural light while maintaining privacy. * Bright & inviting living spaces with neutral-toned carpeting, a large bedroom and two oversized walk-in closets that provide ample storage throughout. * Private balcony off the rear of the apartment perfect for relaxing on summer evenings. * Fenced-in yard for added privacy and outdoor enjoyment. Convenient Amenities & Features * Shared basement with newer (2018) high-end washer & dryer no quarters needed! * Plenty of additional storage space in the basement. * Updated mechanicals (furnace & A/C - 2018, hot water tank - 2019) and stainless-steel appliances (2018) * Separate furnace & central A/C for year-round comfort. * Private entrance for added security and convenience. * 1 dedicated off-street parking spot just steps from your entrance and ample visitor parking make coming and going easy. Security deposit ($2,060), 1st month rent ($1,375), proof of renter's insurance & $250 non-refundable cleaning fee due @ lease signing. Gas & Electric are separately metered & are paid by the tenant. Water is paid by the owner and billed to each tenant quarterly. Rent includes lawn service & snow removal. No smoking anywhere on the property. Required Tenant Criteria: - All prospective tenants over the age of 18 must complete an online application. - Combined household income (monthly gross salary) of adult tenants must be greater than 3x monthly rent - with verification of income and proof of 1 year of continuous employment (or full-time student status) - Criminal background check - Credit check - (Tenant Judgements, evictions, and utility collections); Minimum credit score of 650 for all applicants (credit report is a "soft pull" and doesn't impact credit score.) - Verification of rental history with previous rental(s) - no history of evictions. - Copy of each applicant's driver's license/state ID. - Proof of renters insurance prior to move-in Dogs negotiable w/owner approval & additional monthly fee. Fee is determined by owner on a case by case basis.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Shared
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 600 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air, Lawn Care included in rent, Snow Removal included in rent, Water included in rent
    • Fencing: Fenced Yard
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2031358006

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Property subtype: Townhouse

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Water

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Birmingham

    HOA & financial

    Other fees
    • Deposit fee: $2,060
    • Application fee: $29

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/3/2026Listing removed$1,375$2/sqft
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    9/24/2025Listed for rent$1,375+3.8%$2/sqft
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    3/17/2025Listing removed$1,325$2/sqft
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    3/5/2025Price change$1,325-5.4%$2/sqft
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    1/12/2025Listed for rent$1,400$2/sqft
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    12/8/2021Listing removed--
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    12/3/2021Listed for rent$1,400+7.7%$2/sqft
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    3/10/2021Listing removed--
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    7/3/2019Listing removed$1,300$2/sqft
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    5/20/2019Listed for rent$1,300-23.3%$2/sqft
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    2/4/2019Sold$396,000-5.5%$660/sqft
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    9/11/2018Listing removed$1,695$3/sqft
    Source: EXP Realty LLC-Troy #218068638 Report a problem
    8/14/2018Price change$1,695-5.6%$3/sqft
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    7/26/2018Listed for rent$1,795+38.6%$3/sqft
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    4/21/2018Price change$419,000+4.8%$698/sqft
    Source: Griffon Realty #218033268 Report a problem
    4/4/2018Listing removed$1,295$2/sqft
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    3/19/2018Listed for rent$1,295-27.9%$2/sqft
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    2/1/2018Listed for sale$399,900-4.6%$667/sqft
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    2/1/2018Listing removed$1,795$3/sqft
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    1/31/2018Price change$1,795-3%$3/sqft
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    1/19/2018Price change$1,850-2.4%$3/sqft
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    1/1/2018Listing removed$419,000+58.1%$698/sqft
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    12/29/2017Listed for rent$1,895$3/sqft
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    7/28/2017Sold$265,000-10.2%$442/sqft
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    6/7/2017Listed for sale$295,000$492/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$10,814 +4.9%$227,450 +4.5%
    2023$10,307 +2.6%$217,740 +8.3%
    2022$10,048 +0.1%$201,020 +1.9%
    2021$10,035 $197,280 +3.4%
    2020-- $190,830 +3.7%
    2019$6,301 +65.6%$184,020 +32.3%
    2018$3,806 +0.4%$139,100 +1.5%
    2017$3,790 $137,060 +5.2%
    2016$3,790 $130,320 +8.8%
    2015-- $119,790 +19.5%
    2014-- $100,250 +29.3%
    2011-- $77,530 -9.2%
    2010$3,349 +26.1%$85,350 -12.6%
    2009$2,656 +19%$97,660 -37.7%
    2005$2,233 $156,830 +69.6%
    2003-- $92,490 +6.7%
    2002-- $86,670

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    Neighborhood: 48009

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