
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Pontiac Neighborhood of Detroit, MI from $500 (1 Rental)
Cheap Apartments in the Downtown Pontiac area of Detroit.

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Downtown Pontiac, Detroit, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Pontiac?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Pontiac Studio Apartments | $724 | $550 | $899 |
Downtown Pontiac 1 Bedroom Apartments | $932 | $685 | $1,250 |
Downtown Pontiac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,042 | $875 | $1,450 |
Downtown Pontiac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $1,109 | $1,445 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pontiac, MI
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pontiac area is the $1.10 price per square foot Two Bedroom TH Model at Garden Court Apartments in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Downtown Pontiac apartment is the Somerset Model at Fox Pointe Apartments starting at $955 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Woodward neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Pontiac apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Garden Court Apartments | Two Bedroom TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Lafayette Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Pontiac, Detroit, MI
Ranked #87
Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Pontiac Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Pontiac Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Pontiac Apartment is $775 at Garden Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Pontiac Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Pontiac is starting from $875 at Garden Court Apartments.
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