Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $500 (9 Rentals)

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Monroe Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe Manor

59 Monroe StPontiac, MI 48341
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North Side, Pontiac, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Side area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pike St. Rentals LLC priced from $800. Cornerstone Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable North Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pike St. Rentals LLC1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Cornerstone TownhomesThe Huron1BR,1BA$849
Huron PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Side, MI

As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Side area is the $1.11 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Crossing at Auburn Hills in the in the North Side neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value North Side apartment is the Classic Two Bedroom Model at Auburn West starting at $1,125 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Crossing at Auburn Hills3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.11
Auburn WestClassic Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.02
The Hamilton2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.27
22 Stephens Ct22 Stephens Ct2BR,1.5BA$1.15
The Wind Song ApartmentsThe Melody2BR,2BA$1.36
Oakland Hills TownhomesTamarack2BR,1BA$1.26
Pike St. Rentals LLC2-Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Oak Square Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.33
Pine Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.27
Club One of Auburn HillsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35

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North Side, Pontiac, MI

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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Pontiac. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Side Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Side?

The cheapest apartment in North Side is Pike St. Rentals LLC which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in North Side costs $1,425.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North 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 North 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 North Side?

Cheap apartments in North Side have an average cost of $158 which is $1,267 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Side.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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