240 W Ann Arbor Ave
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $700 (16 Rentals)
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Garden Court Apartments
195 W Kennett RdPontiac, MI 48340
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Beacon Place Apartments
101 Mechanic StPontiac, MI 48342
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Cornerstone Townhomes
957 N Perry StPontiac, MI 48340
104-108 Henderson St
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University Place Apartments
123 University Place DrPontiac, MI 48342
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Turtle Creek Apartments
1 Oak Creek LnPontiac, MI 48340
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Club One of Auburn Hills
1510 Nob LnPontiac, MI 48340
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Oak Square Apartments
505 Old Oak CtPontiac, MI 48340
240 W Ann Arbor Ave
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from $8501 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 1, 2026
2190 Mattie Lu Dr, Unit BR#2.12'X20'2ndlevel
2190 Mattie Lu DrAuburn Hills, MI 48326
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East Side, Pontiac, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $931 | $700 | $1,390 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $875 | $1,650 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $1,049 | $1,599 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI.
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Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Detroit, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Cornerstone Townhomes priced from $949. Club One of Auburn Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Townhomes | The Arvon | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Club One of Auburn Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Oak Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Auburn Village Townhomes | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Auburn West | Classic Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, MI
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $0.90 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Turtle Creek Apartments in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the Classic Two Bedroom Model at Auburn West starting at $1,100 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Turtle Creek Apartments | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Auburn West | Classic Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Wind Song Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Bloomfield Villas | Dumont | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Oakland Hills Townhomes | Tamarack | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Cornerstone Townhomes | The Marquette | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Auburn Heights Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Oak Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Club One of Auburn Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is Club One of Auburn Hills which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in East Side costs $1,499.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Side?
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 1 regular apartments in East Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Side?
Cheap apartments in East Side have an average cost of $158 which is $1,341 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.
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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
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Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.