
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Pontiac Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $600 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Pontiac area of Detroit.


The Hamilton

Beacon Place Apartments

30 North

198-206 Cesar E Chavez Ave

114 Cesar E Chavez

4 Liberty St
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45660-45662 Woodward Ave

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Downtown Pontiac, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Pontiac?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Pontiac 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,124 | $830 | $1,600 |
| Downtown Pontiac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,235 | $991 | $1,400 |
| Downtown Pontiac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $635 | $1,700 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Pontiac Neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Pontiac Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Pontiac area of Detroit, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Lafayette Place Lofts priced from $991. Pike St. Rentals LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Pontiac apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Place Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $991 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| The Hamilton | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1,236 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pontiac, MI
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pontiac area is the $1.04 price per square foot 21 Bellevue St Model at 21 Bellevue St, Unit Bellevue Lower Unit in the in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Downtown Pontiac apartment is the 2 Bedroom Unit Model at The Hamilton starting at $1,236 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Woodward neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Pontiac apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Bellevue St, Unit Bellevue Lower Unit | 21 Bellevue St | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| The Hamilton | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| 35 N Saginaw St, Unit #2 | 35 N Saginaw St | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Pontiac Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Pontiac?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Pontiac is Lafayette Place Lofts which is listed at $1,128, while the average apartment in Downtown Pontiac costs $1,243.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Pontiac?
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 5 regular apartments in Downtown Pontiac that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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