
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $500 (16 Rentals)
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The Hamilton

Rundell Street Apartments

30 North

114 Cesar E Chavez
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19-21 Elwood St

257 1/2-259 Elizabeth Lake Rd

12-24 Jefferson St

246 Liberty St

4 Liberty St
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198-206 Cesar E Chavez Ave

6 Green St

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Phoenix Place

Ten West Lofts
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McDonald Senior Apartments
West Side, Pontiac, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Side Studio Apartments | $724 | $550 | $899 |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,069 | $685 | $1,600 |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $885 | $1,600 |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,092 | $635 | $1,550 |
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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 3 Beds unit found at The Hamilton priced from $635. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hamilton | 3 Bedroom Unit | 3BR,2BA | $635 |
| Huron Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $991 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, MI
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.27 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Unit Model at The Hamilton in the in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $1,365. The second greatest value West 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 West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hamilton | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 35 N Saginaw St, Unit #2 | 35 N Saginaw St | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| Lafayette Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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 Huron Place which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in West Side costs $1,150.
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 2 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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