Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pontiac, MI from $500 (41 Rentals)

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Monroe Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe Manor

59 Monroe StPontiac, MI 48341
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Spring Lake Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Lake Village

252 Carriage Circle DrPontiac, MI 48342
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Perry Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Perry Place

4 Perry Place DrPontiac, MI 48340
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Patrick Henry Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Patrick Henry Apartments

2678 Patrick Henry StAuburn Hills, MI 48326
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Heritage Park West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Park West

3500 Watkins Lake RdWaterford, MI 48328
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Pontiac, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pontiac, MI

Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Pontiac, 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 Pontiac Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Franklin Boulevard$1,210$55034

Cheapest Available Pontiac Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pontiac, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Cass Lake Shore Club in the Forestbrook neighborhood priced from $885. Heritage Park East in the Forestbrook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pontiac apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cass Lake Shore ClubA11BR,1BA$885
Heritage Park East1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$899
Huron PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$899
Turtle Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Cornerstone TownhomesThe Arvon2BR,1BA$949
Pine Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
Edgewood Park Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$950
Fox Pointe ApartmentsSomerset2BR,1BA$955
Club One of Auburn HillsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
University Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pontiac, MI

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pontiac area is the $1.10 price per square foot Baldwin Square - GENERAL INFO Model at Baldwin Square Townhomes in the starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Pontiac apartment is the Classic Two Bedroom Model at Auburn West starting at $1,100 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pontiac apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Baldwin Square TownhomesBaldwin Square - GENERAL INFO3BR,2.5BA$1.10
Auburn WestClassic Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Winston CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.17
Cherokee Hills ApartmentsElm2BR,1BA$1.21
Oakland Hills TownhomesTamarack2BR,1BA$1.26
University Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Cornerstone TownhomesThe Marquette3BR,1BA$1.14
Waterford Square2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$1.22
Bloomfield On The Green - West Bloomfield, MI1 Bed | 1 Bath White1BR,1BA$1.26
Turtle Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20

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Pontiac Overview

If you are looking for a fun and friendly city to call home, then look no further than Pontiac, MI. This is the county seat of Oakland County in Michigan. It is known for its blue skies, its cool temperature, and its proximity to the Great Lakes. There are lots of people who are rushing to move to apartments in Pontiac, MI thanks to the plentiful employment opportunities. Pontiac, MI is also fairly close to Detroit, providing people with easy access to a major city without having to deal with the traffic located in Detroit, MI. If you are looking for Pontiac apartments, then you should get to know this city a little bit more before you call it your home.

Why live in Pontiac, MI?

There are a few major reasons why people choose to live in Pontiac, MI. First, the climate is cool, so those who want to escape the heat will fall in love with Pontiac, MI. Second, many people who live in Pontiac, MI have jobs in Detroit. Pontiac, MI allows them to avoid a lot of the traffic in and around Detroit while also enjoying a lower cost of living. Finally, people who move to Pontiac, MI quickly realize that this is a friendly city that welcomes newcomers. There are lots of people who have moved to Pontiac, MI and love to call this city their home.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Pontiac, MI

Ranked #64

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pontiac Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pontiac?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pontiac is at Huron Place listed at $899.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pontiac Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pontiac Apartment is $885 at Cass Lake Shore Club.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pontiac Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pontiac is starting from $949 at Cornerstone Townhomes.

What is the most affordable Pontiac Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Pontiac Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cornerstone Townhomes and starts from $1,049.

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