
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $300 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Side area of Pontiac.


The Hamilton

Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+

Rundell Street Apartments

30 North
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257 1/2-259 Elizabeth Lake Rd

246 Liberty St

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McDonald Senior Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Side Studio Apartments | $918 | $550 | $1,200 |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $300 | $1,573 |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $885 | $1,888 |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $1,476 | $2,101 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI.
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Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $300. Huron Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $300 |
| Huron Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,128 |
| 28N | Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, MI
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2x1 Model at The Hamilton in the in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $1,255. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Lafayette Place Lofts starting at $1,620 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Woodward neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hamilton | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 28N | In-line units | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Side?
The cheapest apartment in West Side is Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ which is listed at $300, while the average apartment in West Side costs $1,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 3 regular apartments in West Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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