Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI (135 Rentals)

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The Wind Song Apartments
$1,030 - $1,295

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Base Rent$1,030 - $1,295
Total Monthly Price$1,030 - $1,295
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 16

The Wind Song Apartments

860 E Walton BlvdPontiac, MI 48340
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property at 107 N Sanford St
$1,650

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Base Rent$1,650
Total Monthly Price$1,650
4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
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107 N Sanford St

PontiacMI48342
property at 148 Pingree Ave
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200
Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 7
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148 Pingree Ave

PontiacMI48342
property at 79 W Cornell Ave
$1,400

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Base Rent$1,400
Total Monthly Price$1,400
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
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79 W Cornell Ave

PontiacMI48340
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Bloomfield Villas
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$1,440 - $2,268

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Base Rent$1,440 - $2,268
Total Monthly Price$1,440 - $2,268
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Bloomfield Villas

580 Bloomfield Village BlvdAuburn Hills, MI 48326
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East Side, Pontiac, MI Local Guide

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East Side, Pontiac, MI

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including East Side, Pontiac, and the greater Detroit area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting with younger kids? Amongst all of the communities in Pontiac, this residential area has a reputation as one of the best neighborhoods for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, and access to the most respected learning and education resources.

Luxury Living Rating

East Side is one of our favorite higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury communities also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Frequently Asked Questions about East Side

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the East Side area of Pontiac, MI?

As of today, September 06, 2026, there are currently 135 available East Side apartments priced from $300 to $2,101, with an average monthly rent of $1,199.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom East Side Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in East Side ranges from $300 to $1,573 with an average monthly rent of $1,090.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East Side range from $735 to $1,888. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,255.

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