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Phoenix Place
47251 Woodward AvePontiac, MI 48342
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $300 (29 Rentals)
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33-35 Monroe St
33-35 Monroe StPontiac, MI 48341
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The Hamilton
5 Carter StPontiac, MI 48342
1 Oxford Rd
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3 Voorheis St
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60 Mark Ave
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Pike St. Rentals LLC
12 S Mill StPontiac, MI 48342
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14 Gerdon Ave
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Huron Place
574 W Huron StPontiac, MI 48341
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Winston Commons
4000 Winston DrPontiac, MI 48342
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Fox Pointe Apartments
900 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd SPontiac, MI 48341
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Lafayette Place Lofts
149 N Perry StPontiac, MI 48342
97 Fairgrove St
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Oakland Hills Townhomes
639 Balboa PlPontiac, MI 48342
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Crystal Lake Apartments
850 Golf DrPontiac, MI 48341
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Westwood Apartments
817-837 Golf DrPontiac, MI 48341
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16 Victory Ct, Unit #18
16 Victory CtPontiac, MI 48342
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16 Victory Dr
16 Victory DrPontiac, MI 48342
65 Whitfield St
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28 N Saginaw StPontiac, MI 48342
140 Summit St
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Monroe Manor
59 Monroe StPontiac, MI 48341
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Spring Lake Village
252 Carriage Circle DrPontiac, MI 48342
438 Kenilworth Ave
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Pine Apartments
64 Spokane DrPontiac, MI 48341
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Beacon Place Apartments
101 Mechanic StPontiac, MI 48342
460 Nebraska Ave
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Renaissance Court
129 S Edith StPontiac, MI 48342
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Bloomfield Place
1610-1681 Bloomfield Place DrBloomfield Hills, MI 48302
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South Side, Pontiac, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Side Studio Apartments | $999 | $550 | $1,350 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $300 | $3,600 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $875 | $2,133 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $628 | $2,321 |
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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 Phoenix Place priced from $300. The Hamilton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $628. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $300 |
| The Hamilton | 3 Bedroom Unit | 3BR,2BA | $628 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Huron Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $913 |
| Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $991 |
| Oakland Hills Townhomes | Tamarack | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Bloomfield Place | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,068 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, MI
As of April 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the South 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 South Side apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Winston Commons starting at $913 with a $0.88 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Victory Ct, Unit #18 | 16 Victory Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Westwood Apartments | 837-303 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Oakland Hills Townhomes | Tamarack | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Hamilton | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Bloomfield Place | A Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Phoenix Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Side is under $1,068.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Side?
The cheapest apartment in South Side is Phoenix Place which is listed at $300, while the average apartment in South Side costs $2,281.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 8 regular apartments in South 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 South Side?
Cheap apartments in South Side have an average cost of $134 which is $2,147 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Side.
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