
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $700 (13 Rentals)
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240 W Ann Arbor Ave

240 W Ann Arbor Ave

240 W Ann Arbor Ave

436 E Wilson Ave

Garden Court Apartments
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Pike St. Rentals LLC

Beacon Place Apartments

Cornerstone Townhomes

Turtle Creek Apartments

140 Summit St
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325 E Sheffield Ave
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 | $1,019 | $775 | $1,430 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,196 | $875 | $1,440 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,202 | $1,049 | $1,450 |
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There are currently 13 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 1 Bed unit found at Pike St. Rentals LLC priced from $800. Turtle Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Turtle Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Cornerstone Townhomes | The Arvon | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Club One of Auburn Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $991 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, MI
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.02 price per square foot Classic Two Bedroom Model at Auburn West in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 2 Bedroom Unit Model at The Hamilton starting at $1,365 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Woodward 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn West | Classic Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Hamilton | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| The Wind Song Apartments | The Harmony | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Oakland Hills Townhomes | Tamarack | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Turtle Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| Oak Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Cornerstone Townhomes | Luxury 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Club One of Auburn Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Side, Pontiac, MI
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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 Pike St. Rentals LLC which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in East Side costs $1,150.
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.
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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
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