Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pontiac Downtown Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $500 (10 Rentals)

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Monroe Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe Manor

59 Monroe StPontiac, MI 48341
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Spring Lake Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Lake Village

252 Carriage Circle DrPontiac, MI 48342
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Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pontiac Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pontiac Downtown area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at Huron Place priced from $899. Cornerstone Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Pontiac Downtown apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Huron PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$899
Cornerstone TownhomesThe Arvon2BR,1BA$949
Fox Pointe ApartmentsSomerset1BR,1BA$955

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pontiac Downtown, MI

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pontiac Downtown area is the $1.54 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Winston Commons in the in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $1,465. The second greatest value Pontiac Downtown apartment is the Tamarack Model at Oakland Hills Townhomes starting at $1,175 with a $1.24 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Winston CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.54
Oakland Hills TownhomesTamarack2BR,1BA$1.24
Cornerstone TownhomesThe Marquette3BR,1BA$1.14
24 at BloomfieldJuniper1BR,1BA$2.06
Fox Pointe ApartmentsSomerset1BR,1BA$1.27
Westwood Apartments835-3011BR,1BA$1.74

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Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, MI

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Pontiac, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Michigan including Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, and the greater Detroit area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Pontiac Downtown Neighborhood in Pontiac, MI

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 $955 at Fox Pointe Apartments.

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.

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