48009 — Birmingham, MI Home Values
Typical home value $748,804 as of August 2026 · 2nd of 217 in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 48009, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 48009 compares in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI area
ZIP code 48009 (Birmingham, MI) has a typical home value of $748,804 as of August 2026, ranking 2nd of 217 ZIP codes tracked in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI area, more expensive than about 100% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +6.5% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +27.1%, from $589,202 in August 2021 to $748,804 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 21.5× the annual rent ($2,906/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Detroit.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 48009 has a population of 21,623, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 85.8% White, 4.6% Asian, 3.4% two or more races, 3.1% Black or African American, 3% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pierce Elementary School | 1829 PIERCE ST, BIRMINGHAM, MI | 0.8 mi |
| Derby Middle School | 1300 DERBY RD, BIRMINGHAM, MI | 0.9 mi |
| Quarton Elementary | 771 CHESTERFIELD AVE, BIRMINGHAM, MI | 1.1 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 48009?
$748,804 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 48009 an expensive ZIP code in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI area?
48009 ranks 2nd of 217 ZIP codes in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 100% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 48009 changed over the past year?
+6.5% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 48009?
The typical home price is 21.5× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($2,906/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 48009?
21,623, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 48009?
Pierce Elementary School (0.8 mi), Derby Middle School (0.9 mi), Quarton Elementary (1.1 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 48009?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.