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

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Downtown Pontiac, Detroit, MI Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pontiac, MI

As of February 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pontiac area is the $1.08 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Unit Model at The Hamilton in the in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $1,169. The second greatest value Downtown Pontiac apartment is the 148 N Saginaw St Model at 148 N Saginaw St, Unit 301 starting at $1,000 with a $1.00 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Hamilton2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.08
148 N Saginaw St, Unit 301148 N Saginaw St1BR,1BA$1.00
Garden Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom TH2BR,1.5BA$1.10
University Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Fox Pointe ApartmentsSomerset1BR,1BA$1.27
Westwood Apartments837-3011BR,1BA$1.74
Lafayette Place LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Pontiac, Detroit, MI

Ranked #96

Among neighborhoods in Detroit, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Pontiac Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Pontiac?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Pontiac is at Huron Place listed at $899.

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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