709 Ann Street Birmingham MI 48009 MLS #81026018473

Welcome to 709 Ann Street, where world-renowned architect Irving Tobocman turned a quiet Birmingham block into his own personal canvas — and the result is nothing short of extraordinary. This is not your average rental. This is a living, breathing work of architectural art, one that earned its place in the University of Michigan’s architectural archives and now waits for someone who truly appreciates the intersection of design, comfort, and an address that puts you steps from everything downtown Birmingham has to offer.Let that settle in for a moment. You are not simply renting a home. You are stepping into a residence that has been studied, admired, and documented for its contribution to contemporary architecture. And somehow, despite all of that prestige, this place manages to feel wonderfully, effortlessly livable. That is the magic of Tobocman’s vision — spaces that command attention without ever feeling pretentious, rooms that inspire without sacrificing warmth.From the moment you approach the property, the stunning contemporary design announces itself with quiet confidence. Clean lines, bold geometry, and a sense of proportion that feels both deliberate and organic greet you before you even cross the threshold. Step inside and prepare for the kind of architectural experience that most people only encounter in glossy design publications or carefully curated museum exhibits.

The first thing that will catch your eye — and honestly, it might hold your gaze for a while — is the floating staircase. Suspended with an almost gravity-defying elegance, it serves as both a functional element and a sculptural centerpiece. It is the kind of feature that makes guests stop mid-conversation and simply stare. You will never get tired of it. Trust us on that one.

Then there are the soaring floor-to-ceiling windows. These are not modest affairs. They are expansive, luminous walls of glass that dissolve the boundary between interior and exterior, flooding every corner of the home with natural light that shifts and plays