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Birmingham

A beautiful and lively community located in the northern Detroit suburbs.

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$10,900,000

4 bd 7.5 ba 13,408 Sq.Ft. For Sale

834 SOUTHFIELD Road, Birmingham City, MI 48009

MLS®: 20250026118

$8,999,000

6 bd 7.5 ba 9,523 Sq.Ft. For Sale

999 PLEASANT Avenue, Birmingham City, MI 48009

MLS®: 20250017526

$8,999,000

7 bd 8.5 ba 12,290 Sq.Ft. For Sale

1057 Arlington Street, Birmingham City, MI 48009

MLS®: 20240038727

$7,500,000

6 bd 8 ba 8,990 Sq.Ft. For Sale

592 LAKESIDE Drive, Birmingham City, MI 48009

MLS®: 20250031657

$6,999,999

7 bd 7.5 ba 10,975 Sq.Ft. For Sale

1264 WILLOW Lane, Birmingham City, MI 48009

MLS®: 20250020914

$6,999,000

6 bd 7.5 ba 10,138 Sq.Ft. For Sale

1551 LAKESIDE Drive, Birmingham City, MI 48009

MLS®: 20250003867

$6,599,000

5 bd 6 ba 6,696 Sq.Ft. For Sale

252 LINDEN Road, Birmingham City, MI 48009

MLS®: 20250013561

$6,000,000

5 bd 8,740 Sq.Ft. Sold

793 PLEASANT Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

MLS®: 2210059795

$4,400,000

5 bd 6 ba 7,054 Sq.Ft. Sold

273 EUCLID Avenue, Birmingham City Oakland, MI 48009

MLS®: 20230073476

$5,125,000

5 bd 6,454 Sq.Ft. Sold

273 EUCLID Avenue, Birmingham, MI 48009

MLS®: 2210001754

$4,900,000

6 bd 7.5 ba 9,280 Sq.Ft. Sold

1280 FAIRFAX Street, Birmingham City, MI 48009

MLS®: 20240053244

$5,900,000

5 bd 7 ba 7,239 Sq.Ft. For Sale

1230 Latham Street, Birmingham City, MI 48009

MLS®: 20251003234

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Welcome to Birmingham

A beautiful and lively community located in the northern Detroit suburbs

Those looking for a gorgeous suburban community to call home will immediately fall in love with Birmingham. With a fun and convivial atmosphere, it is easy to see why residents enjoy the area so much. It is located in Oakland County and has a population of 21,201. The town is situated approximately 19 miles outside of Detroit.

In addition to its fun personality, the town is most known for its excellent schools, plentiful spots for outdoor recreation, convenient shopping, and exceptional dining. It is an all-encompassing town with so much to do and see at any given time. These features also make it a family-friendly locale.

Homes in Birmingham vary significantly in size, style, and year of construction. You can find everything from quaint homes built in the 40s and 50s to spacious new builds that are modern and innovative. This diverse selection of properties adds to each neighborhood’s charming and eclectic feel. As a more premier community, the current median list price for homes in the area is $775,000.

What to Love

Easy commute to Detroit
Wonderful schools
Ample spots for outdoor recreation

People & Lifestyle

Birmingham can easily be deemed one of the area’s most fun and lively suburbs. There is always a festival, community sports game, or other exciting activity going on. Whether you fancy a day of leisurely shopping and dining or adventurous outdoor recreation, enjoyment awaits.

This community is also a top spot for commuters. With a quick 19 mile drive to Detroit, getting to and from work is a breeze. Being so close to the city, it is also a fast drive for those who enjoy crossing the border into Canada on their days off.

Dining, Shopping & Entertainment

Get ready to live amongst some of the Detroit area’s best spots for both shopping and dining. Whatever you need or desire is always minutes from home.

In town, you’ll find an exceptional selection of local, regional, and nationally-owned stores. Just off East Maple Road, you can pick up groceries at Whole Foods Market or complete your errand run at Target. Other top shopping destinations in Birmingham include Kohl’s, Kroger, Petco, The Home Depot, Milieu, Scandia Home, Ethan Allen, and Cristions Fine Linen & Down.

If you are someone who loves dining out, Birmingham is the place to be. Scattered throughout the city are excellent dining establishments for every palate. Make reservations at local favorites, including Rugby Grille, 220 Merrill, Phoenicia Restaurant, Bistro Joe’s, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Sidecar Slider Bar, Tallulah Wine Bar & Bistro, Forest, and Sy Thai Cafe.

Things to Do

Birmingham is full of all kinds of activities and amusements. Every individual interest is sure to be satisfied with the abundance of fun things to do in the city.

Seasonally, don’t miss out on the freshest produce and locally made goods that can be purchased from the Birmingham Farmers Market. The market is held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sundays. When the weather is warm, don’t miss out on the enjoyment that you can have on Quarton Lake. Here, you can go fishing on the pier and hiking on the nearby trails. You can also take in awe-inspiring views of the waterfalls that reside on the lake.

Want to learn more about the history of your new city? Then be sure to visit The Birmingham Museum. Also, plan a visit to places such as the Birmingham Country Club—where you can play 18 holes of golf, go swimming, and enjoy a fantastic meal—Linden Park, Springdale Golf Course, Booth Park, and Poppleton Park.

Schools

Birmingham is home to several excellent schools. Top educational opportunities include:

Pierce Elementary School, Kindergarten through 5th grade
Derby Middle School, 6th grade through 8th grade
Quarton Elementary, Kindergarten through 5th grade

Overview for Birmingham, MI

21,728 people live in Birmingham, where the median age is 42.3 and the average individual income is $95,220. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,728

Total Population

42.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$95,220

Average individual Income

Around Birmingham, MI

There's plenty to do around Birmingham, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

89

Very Walkable

Walking Score

51

Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Bloomfield Gourmet Shop, Toadvine Books, and VITRINE.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Bloomfield Gourmet Shop page on Yelp Search 1081 W Long Lake Rd on Google Maps	Dining · $$	4.16 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Toadvine Books page on Yelp Search 2783 Coolidge Hwy on Google Maps	Shopping	3.65 miles	25 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the VITRINE page on Yelp Search 2758 Coolidge Hwy on Google Maps	Shopping	3.66 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Row House Fitness 13 Mile page on Yelp Search 17620 W 13 Mile on Google Maps	Active	1.83 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hair Masters of Troy page on Yelp Search 57 East Maple Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.67 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chet's Barber & Styling Salon page on Yelp Search 1420 W Webster Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.65 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nagia's Beauty Bar page on Yelp Search 829 E Big Beaver Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.61 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Spark Beauty Design page on Yelp Search 829 E Big Beaver Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.61 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Linda Gee Beauty page on Yelp Search 32800 Franklin Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.61 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the 865 West page on Yelp Search 865 W Long Lake Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.03 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Peau Claire Medi Spa page on Yelp Search 33301 Woodward Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.08 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Birmingham, MI

Population Households Employment

Birmingham has 9,383 households, with an average household size of 2.32. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Birmingham do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21,728 people call Birmingham home. The population density is 4,376.64 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,728

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.3

Median Age

49.16 / 50.84%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

9,383

Total Households

2.32

Average Household Size

$95,220

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

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Married

Single

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Birmingham, MI

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The following schools are within or nearby Birmingham. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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