Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $500 (14 Rentals)

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Monroe Manor
Studio to 2 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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Pine Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Apartments

64 Spokane DrPontiac, MI 48341
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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 1 Bed unit found at Pike St. Rentals LLC priced from $800. Huron Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pike St. Rentals LLC1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Huron PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$899
Lafayette Place LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$991
Fox Pointe ApartmentsSomerset1BR,1BA$995
Bloomfield PlaceA1BR,1BA$1,040

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, MI

As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $1.17 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Winston Commons in the in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $1,205. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 35 N Saginaw St Model at 35 N Saginaw St, Unit #2 starting at $1,350 with a $1.35 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.
Winston CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.17
35 N Saginaw St, Unit #235 N Saginaw St1BR,1BA$1.35
Oakland Hills TownhomesTamarack2BR,1BA$1.18
The Hamilton3 Bedroom Unit3BR,2BA$1.69
Pike St. Rentals LLC2-Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.38
24 at BloomfieldJuniper1BR,1BA$2.06
Bloomfield PlaceA1BR,1BA$1.38
Fox Pointe ApartmentsSomerset1BR,1BA$1.33
Lafayette Place LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.59
Westwood Apartments835-3011BR,1BA$1.74

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South Side, Pontiac, MI

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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 $800 at Pike St. Rentals LLC.

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 $991 at Lafayette Place Lofts.

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