Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side 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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South Side, Pontiac, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Side 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 South Side 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 South Side, MI

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $1.39 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom - Newly Renovated Model at Bloomfield Square Apartments - Auburn Hills, MI in the in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $1,445. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the Hickory Model at 24 at Bloomfield starting at $1,890 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Woodward neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bloomfield Square Apartments - Auburn Hills, MI2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom - Newly Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.39
24 at BloomfieldHickory2BR,1BA$1.88
Bloomfield VillasDumont2BR,2BA$1.16
Cornerstone TownhomesThe Marquette3BR,1BA$1.14
34 Cadillac St, Unit 3434 Cadillac St3BR,2BA$1.48
Fox Pointe ApartmentsSomerset1BR,1BA$1.27
Bloomfield PlaceA1BR,1BA$1.44
Westwood Apartments835-3011BR,1BA$1.74

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South Side, Pontiac, MI

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Pontiac. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Side Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment is $955 at Fox Pointe Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Side is starting from $949 at Cornerstone Townhomes.

What is the most affordable South Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cornerstone Townhomes and starts from $1,049.

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