
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pontiac Downtown Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $300 (31 Rentals)
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33-35 Monroe St

Garden Court Apartments

Pike St. Rentals LLC

Cornerstone Townhomes

22 Cadillac St, Unit 8

Huron Place
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Westwood Apartments

16 Victory Dr, Unit 18

51 Spokane Dr, Unit 10

28N

68 N Shirley St

97 W Rundell St

257 Stonegate W, Unit 1st Room for Rent
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Monroe Manor

Spring Lake Village

Bloomfield On The River

Pine Apartments

97 S Jessie St

Renaissance Court

Rundell Street Apartments
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104 Henderson St

946 Fairview Ave

111 W Rundell St
Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pontiac Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac Downtown Studio Apartments | $883 | $550 | $1,200 |
| Pontiac Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $300 | $3,600 |
| Pontiac Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $875 | $2,429 |
| Pontiac Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $1,049 | $2,804 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Pontiac Downtown Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI.
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Cheapest Available Pontiac Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pontiac Downtown area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $300. Pike St. Rentals LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Pontiac Downtown 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 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Cornerstone Townhomes | The Arvon | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $991 |
| Oakland Hills Townhomes | Tamarack | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Westwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 28N | Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 24 at Bloomfield | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1,619 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pontiac Downtown, MI
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pontiac Downtown area is the $1.11 price per square foot Tamarack Model at Oakland Hills Townhomes in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Pontiac Downtown apartment is the Luxury 3 Bedrooms Model at Cornerstone Townhomes starting at $1,199 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pontiac Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Hills Townhomes | Tamarack | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Cornerstone Townhomes | Luxury 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| 24 at Bloomfield | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Westwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| 28N | Studio Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pontiac Downtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pontiac Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pontiac Downtown Apartment is $300 at Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pontiac Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pontiac Downtown is starting from $949 at Cornerstone Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Pontiac Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pontiac Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cornerstone Townhomes and starts from $1,049.
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