
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crystal Lake Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $300 (39 Rentals)
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33-35 Monroe St

26 Lincoln St

Huron Place

Pike St. Rentals LLC

Fox Pointe Apartments

Casa Del Rey Apartments

51 S Francis St

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28N

50 Myra Ave

158 Mark Ave

Winston Commons

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Pine Apartments

190 Augusta Ave

Renaissance Court

236 S Edith St

315 Voorheis St

489 Central Ave

103 S Jessie St
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101 S Jessie St

83 S Edith St

655 Lewa Downs Dr

80 Mechanic St

164 Westway St

271 Dick Ave

21 N Saginaw St

Bloomfield On The Green - West Bloomfield, MI

Bloomfield Place
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100 W Hickory Grove Rd

Lakeland Place

933 Myrtle Ave
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 | $918 | $550 | $1,200 |
| Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,326 | $300 | $3,600 |
| Crystal Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $885 | $2,368 |
| Crystal Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,394 | $2,317 |
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There are currently 39 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. Huron Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. 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 |
| Huron Place | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $899 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 1-Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $900 |
| Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR, 1BA | $955 |
| Winston Commons | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,041 |
| Bloomfield Place | A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,078 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,128 |
| Westwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,150 |
| 28N | Studio Units | Studio, 1BA | $1,200 |
| The Hamilton | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1,255 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, MI
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crystal Lake area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2x1 Model at The Hamilton in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $1,255. The second greatest value Crystal Lake apartment is the 2 Bed | 1 Bath White Model at Bloomfield On The Green - West Bloomfield, MI in the Seminole Hills neighborhood starting at $1,273 with a $1.34 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hamilton | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.16 |
| Bloomfield On The Green - West Bloomfield, MI | 2 Bed | 1 Bath White | 2BR, 1BA | $1.34 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.91 |
| 24 at Bloomfield | Juniper | 1BR, 1BA | $2.17 |
| Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR, 1BA | $1.27 |
| Bloomfield Place | A Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $1.86 |
| Winston Commons | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.50 |
| Westwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.74 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 1-Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.44 |
| Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ | 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
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 $1,255.
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 3 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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