
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crystal Lake Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $300 (35 Rentals)
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The Hamilton

33-35 Monroe St

Huron Place

Pike St. Rentals LLC

97 Fairgrove St

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Winston Commons
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16 Victory Dr, Unit 18

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16 Victory Ct, Unit #18

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Westwood Apartments

51 Spokane Dr, Unit 10

68 N Shirley St
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257 Stonegate W, Unit 1st Room for Rent

23 Henry Clay Ave, Unit 1

107 N Sanford St

Monroe Manor

Spring Lake Village

Bloomfield On The River

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97 S Jessie St

Renaissance Court

83 S Edith St

655 Lewa Downs Dr

271 Dick Ave

49 Neome Dr

Bloomfield Place

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24 at Bloomfield

100 W Hickory Grove Rd

Lakeland Place
Crystal Lake, Pontiac, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crystal Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Lake Studio Apartments | $724 | $550 | $899 |
| Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $300 | $3,600 |
| Crystal Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $548 | $2,429 |
| Crystal Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $1,394 | $2,804 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Crystal Lake Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI.
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Cheapest Available Crystal Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crystal Lake area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $300. The Hamilton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $548. Here are the most affordable Crystal Lake apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $300 |
| The Hamilton | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $548 |
| Huron Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Winston Commons | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,006 |
| Bloomfield Place | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,053 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,128 |
| Westwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 28N | In-line units | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, MI
As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crystal Lake area is the $1.03 price per square foot 16 Victory Ct Model at 16 Victory Ct, Unit #18 in the in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Crystal Lake apartment is the 1x1 Model at The Hamilton starting at $1,034 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Woodward neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crystal Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Victory Ct, Unit #18 | 16 Victory Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Hamilton | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 24 at Bloomfield | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Bloomfield Place | A Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Winston Commons | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Westwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| 28N | In-line units | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crystal Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crystal Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Crystal Lake is Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ which is listed at $300, while the average apartment in Crystal Lake costs $1,367.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crystal Lake?
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 7 regular apartments in Crystal Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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