
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $300 (42 Rentals)
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Winston Commons

33-35 Monroe St

The Hamilton

Garden Court Apartments

14 Gerdon Ave

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16 Victory Ct, Unit #18, Unit #18

16 Victory Dr, Unit 18

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117 Thorpe St, Unit 117, Unit 117
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97 Fairgrove St

28N

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The Wind Song Apartments

76 W Strathmore Ave

The Crossing at Auburn Hills

Grosvenor North Townhomes

140 Summit St

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Perry Place

Renaissance Court

Baldwin House Oakland Senior Living 62+

Rundell Street Apartments

866 Amanda Ln
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North Side, Pontiac, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Side Studio Apartments | $883 | $550 | $1,200 |
| North Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,146 | $300 | $1,600 |
| North Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,173 | $515 | $2,100 |
| North Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $628 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI.
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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 Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $300. Winston Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $515. Here are the most affordable North Side 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 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $515 |
| The Hamilton | 3 Bedroom Unit | 3BR,2BA | $628 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Cornerstone Townhomes | The Huron | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Club One of Auburn Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Huron Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Turtle Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Edgewood Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Woodlake Hills | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Side, MI
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Side area is the $1.03 price per square foot 16 Victory Ct Model at 16 Victory Ct, Unit #18 in the in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value North Side apartment is the 2 Bedroom Unit Model at The Hamilton starting at $913 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Woodward neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Victory Ct, Unit #18 | 16 Victory Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Hamilton | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.50 |
| The Wind Song Apartments | The Harmony | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| The Crossing at Auburn Hills | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Oakland Hills Townhomes | Tamarack | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Woodlake Hills | 2Bed1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Turtle Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Club One of Auburn Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
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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 Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ which is listed at $300, while the average apartment in North Side costs $1,394.
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 13 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 $255 which is $1,139 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Side.
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