Located in the University District of Detroit, the beautiful & historic Birchcrest Apartments are directly across from the University of Detroit Mercy; at the corner of McNichols and Birchcrest) and just minutes from Marygrove College, Palmer Park, the Lodge freeway, and the Avenue of Fashion. Live and play in this vibrant hub for eateries and bistros, boutiques, late night entertainment, and much more.
Birchcrest Apartments offer fully renovated, one-bedroom, one-bedroom plus den and two bedroom apartments, pet friendly community and gated offstreet parking.
Fully furnished apartment options avalaible upon request.
Apartment for rent
$895/moFees may apply
17130 Birchcrest Dr, # 3, Detroit, MI 48221
1beds
530sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided. Learn more|
Apartment
Available Fri Sep 18 2026
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner
Other laundry
On street parking
Other
What's special
Gated offstreet parking
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Air Conditioner
Appliances
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Other
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 530 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street, Other
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Other
Lot
- Features: Other
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Other equipment: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Water
Building
Details
- Building name: Birchcrest Apartments
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Other
- Security: Other
HOA
- Amenities included: Cable TV, Other, Parking, Water
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 6 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2026 | Listed for rent | $895$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: University District
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Palmer Park Preparatory AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Mumford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Pasteur Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.5 mi



