
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clarkston, MI from $800 (32 Rentals)
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Independence Square Apartments

Bavarian Village on the Lake

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Legends Fox Creek

Lancaster Lakes

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CLARKSTON APT

Sashabaw Meadows

Pine Lake Apartments

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Hidden Valley Apartments

140 Summit St

3850-3882 W Walton Blvd

3188 Sashabaw Rd
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Airport Apartments (DCP Venture 3 LLC)

Driftwood Apartments

80 Myron St

Springrove

149 Huronview Ct

695 1st Ave

35 Canary Hill Dr

8 Sparrow Hill Dr
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63 Joy St

168 Summit View Ct

42 Hummingbird Dr

15 Eagle Vista Ln

35 Cardinal Hill Dr

611 E Madison Ave

30 E Beverly Ave

866 Amanda Ln
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Clarkston, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clarkston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkston Studio Apartments | $929 | $929 | $929 |
| Clarkston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $895 | $1,620 |
| Clarkston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,060 | $3,075 |
| Clarkston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,062 | $1,599 | $2,525 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clarkston, MI
Pricing Updated: 04/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Clarkston, MI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Clarkston Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hills at Indianwood | $1,790 | $929 | 14 |
Cheapest Available Clarkston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clarkston, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Lake Apartments priced from $895. Airport Apartments (DCP Venture 3 LLC) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clarkston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Lake Apartments | The Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Airport Apartments (DCP Venture 3 LLC) | Airport Apartments - One Bedroom (Smaller) - AV... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Sycamore Creek Apartments | Primrose | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
| Chalet Villa Lakefront Community | 2B/1.5B | 2BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| Legends Fox Creek | Aster | 1BR,1BA | $1,283 |
| Bavarian Village on the Lake | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Lancaster Lakes | Ashbury B 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| CLARKSTON APT | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Sashabaw Meadows | 2 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | 2BR,2BA | $1,379 |
| Auburn Gate Apartments | C3 Enhanced | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clarkston, MI and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clarkston area is the $1.44 price per square foot The Moonstone (Finished Basement) Model at Baldwin Square Townhomes in the starting from $2,230. The second greatest value Clarkston apartment is the Bermuda East Model at Insignia starting at $2,239 with a $1.54 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Clarkston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baldwin Square Townhomes | The Moonstone (Finished Basement) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| Insignia | Bermuda East | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Greens Lake Apartments | The Augusta | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| Lancaster Lakes | Ashbury D 2nd Floor With Fireplace and Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Chalet Villa Lakefront Community | Lakefront at Chalet Villa | Renovated 2 Bed / 1... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| Auburn Gate Apartments | C3 Enhanced | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Legends Fox Creek | Aster | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Pine Lake Apartments | The Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| CLARKSTON APT | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Sycamore Creek Apartments | Primrose | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clarkston Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clarkston?
The cheapest apartment in Clarkston is Pine Lake Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Clarkston costs $1,790.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clarkston?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Clarkston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Clarkston?
Cheap apartments in Clarkston have an average cost of $538 which is $1,252 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clarkston.
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