Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $1,000 (21 Rentals)

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property at 148 Pingree Ave
$1,200

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Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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148 Pingree Ave

PontiacMI48342

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property at 101 S Sanford St
$1,550
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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101 S Sanford St

PontiacMI48342

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Best Value Homes for Rent in South Side, MI

As of September 22, 2026 the best value rental home in the South Side area is the $2.27 price per square foot 1909 Marie Cir Model at 1909 Marie Cir in the Bloomfield Hills neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value South Side rental home is the 107 N Sanford St Model at 107 N Sanford St in the Woodward neighborhood starting at $1,650 with a $1.12 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1909 Marie Cir1909 Marie Cir3BR, 2BA$2.27
107 N Sanford St107 N Sanford St4BR, 1.5BA$1.12
485 N Fox Hills Dr485 N Fox Hills Dr3BR, 2.5BA$1.62
101 S Sanford St101 S Sanford St2BR, 1BA$1.30
468 Fox Hills Dr S, Unit Fox Hills Condo468 Fox Hills Dr S2BR, 2BA$1.31
384 Perry St384 Perry St2BR, 1BA$1.29
384 Perry St384 Perry St2BR, 1BA$1.29
384 Perry St384 Perry St2BR, 1BA$1.29
148 Pingree Ave148 Pingree Ave2BR, 1BA$1.20
50 Myra Ave50 Myra Ave1BR, 1BA$1.71

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South Side, Pontiac, MI

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Side

What type of rentals are currently available in South Side?

There are currently 105 Apartments for Rent in South Side, MI with pricing that ranges from $300 to $3,600. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Side ranging from $1,000 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Side ranges from $1,000 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,859.

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