
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crystal Lake Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $300 (34 Rentals)
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Winston Commons

33-35 Monroe St

Pike St. Rentals LLC

Huron Place

The Hamilton

97 Mary Day Ave

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97 Fairgrove St

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16 Victory Ct, Unit #18, Unit #18

35 N Saginaw St

28N
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38 N Shirley St

68 N Shirley St

Monroe Manor

Spring Lake Village

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Bloomfield On The River

26 Canal Dr

460 Nebraska Ave
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24 Canal Dr

245 S Edith St

38 Canal Dr

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Bloomfield Place

100 W Hickory Grove Rd
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995 Lakeview St
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 | $933 | $550 | $1,350 |
| Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,289 | $300 | $3,600 |
| Crystal Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,401 | $515 | $2,461 |
| Crystal Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,074 | $1,394 | $2,307 |
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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 priced from $300. Winston Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $515. Here are the most affordable Crystal Lake apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $300 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $515 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Huron Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| The Hamilton | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $913 |
| Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $991 |
| Bloomfield On The Green - West Bloomfield, MI | 1 Bed | 1 Bath Red | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Bloomfield Place | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,068 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, MI
As of May 06, 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 Two Bedroom Model at Winston Commons starting at $515 with a $0.50 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 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.50 |
| Westwood Apartments | 837-303 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Bloomfield On The Green - West Bloomfield, MI | 2 Bed | 1 Bath Red | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Hamilton | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Bloomfield Place | A Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Phoenix Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCrystal Lake, Pontiac, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crystal Lake Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crystal Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crystal Lake Apartment is $300 at Phoenix Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Crystal Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crystal Lake is starting from $515 at Winston Commons.
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