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

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Cheap Apartments in the Downtown Pontiac area of Detroit.

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Downtown Pontiac, Detroit, MI Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Garden Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom TH2BR,1.5BA$1.10
Fox Pointe ApartmentsSomerset1BR,1BA$1.27
Lafayette Place LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34

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Downtown Pontiac, Detroit, MI

Ranked #87

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

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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