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33-35 Monroe St
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33-35 Monroe St

33-35 Monroe StPontiac, MI 48341
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$1,000 - $1,250

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97 Fairgrove St

PontiacMI48342

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Monroe Manor
Studio to 2 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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Pine Apartments
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Pine Apartments

64 Spokane DrPontiac, MI 48341
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Perry Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Perry Place

4 Perry Place DrPontiac, MI 48340
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Cass Lake Shore Club
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$940 - $1,725
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Cass Lake Shore Club

3530 Denise CtWaterford, MI 48328
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3170 Dixie Hwy

Waterford TownshipMI48328
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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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Patrick Henry Apartments
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Patrick Henry Apartments

2730 Patrick Henry RdAuburn Hills, MI 48326
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Pontiac, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Pontiac Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pontiac, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Phoenix Place in the Woodward neighborhood priced from $300. Pike St. Rentals LLC in the Woodward neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pontiac apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Phoenix Place1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$300
Pike St. Rentals LLC1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Club One of Auburn HillsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Heritage Park East1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$899
Huron PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$899
Bloomfield OrchardOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Turtle Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
The Hamilton2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$913
Winston CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$913
Countryside Townhouses of Auburn Hills1x1 6001BR,1BA$926

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pontiac, MI

As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pontiac area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Dover (3BR / 2.5BA) Model at Westbury Village Townhomes in the in the Adams neighborhood starting from $1,860. The second greatest value Pontiac apartment is the 16 Victory Ct Model at 16 Victory Ct, Unit #18 starting at $1,150 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Woodward 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.
Westbury Village TownhomesThe Dover (3BR / 2.5BA)3BR,2.5BA$1.28
16 Victory Ct, Unit #1816 Victory Ct2BR,1BA$1.03
Winston CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.88
The Crossing at Auburn Hills2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
Oakland Hills TownhomesTamarack2BR,1BA$1.11
The Hamilton1 Bedroom Unit1BR,1BA$1.18
The Wind Song ApartmentsThe Whisper2BR,1BA$1.27
Heritage Park East1 Bedroom Apartment Premium1BR,1BA$1.14
Turtle Creek ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.24
Phoenix Place1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.50

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pontiac Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pontiac Apartment is $300 at Phoenix Place.

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 $913 at The Hamilton.

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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