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How much does it cost to rent a home in Pontiac?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Pontiac 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,847 | $1,300 | $2,699 |
Pontiac 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,024 | $1,400 | $4,500 |
Pontiac 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,058 | $1,500 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Pontiac Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pontiac, IL is a 4 Beds unit found at The Social on Hovey in the Downtown Normal neighborhood priced from $779. Class Act Realty in the Downtown Normal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pontiac apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Social on Hovey | 4 Balcony | 4BR,4BA | $779 |
Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pontiac, IL and Nearby
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pontiac area is the $0.55 price per square foot 4 Balcony Renovated Model at The Social on Hovey in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $829. The second greatest value Pontiac apartment is the 4-bed/4-bath Model at The Social at Illinois State starting at $789 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pontiac apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Social on Hovey | 4 Balcony Renovated | 4BR,4BA | $0.55 |
The Social at Illinois State | 4-bed/4-bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.53 |
Hershey Clearwater Townhomes | 3/1.5 (Remodel) | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
BayOak Apartments | Oakbrook | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
Ekstam Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
Arbors at Eastland | The Cypress | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
805 Illini Ave, Unit 204 | 805 Illini Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pontiac
What type of rentals are currently available in Pontiac?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Pontiac, IL with pricing that ranges from $649 to $7,021. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pontiac ranging from $725 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pontiac?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pontiac ranges from $725 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,746.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Pontiac?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Pontiac range from $796 to $2,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $649.
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