
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pontiac Downtown Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI from $500 (11 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Pontiac Downtown area of Pontiac.


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Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pontiac Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Pontiac Downtown Studio Apartments | $724 | $550 | $899 |
Pontiac Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $685 | $2,500 |
Pontiac Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $875 | $2,668 |
Pontiac Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $1,049 | $2,753 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Pontiac Downtown Neighborhood of Pontiac, MI.
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Cheapest Available Pontiac Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pontiac Downtown area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Garden Court Apartments priced from $775. Lafayette Place Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $831. Here are the most affordable Pontiac Downtown apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Garden Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Lafayette Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $831 |
Huron Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Heritage Park East | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
Cornerstone Townhomes | The Arvon | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pontiac Downtown, MI
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pontiac Downtown 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 Pontiac Downtown apartment is the 2 Bedroom Apartment Model at Heritage Park East starting at $1,024 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Seminole Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pontiac Downtown 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 |
Heritage Park East | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Cornerstone Townhomes | The Arvon | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Bloomfield Place | B | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Bloomfield On The Green - West Bloomfield, MI | 1 Bed | 1 Bath Red | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Oak Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Auburn Heights Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Club One of Auburn Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Lafayette Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePontiac Downtown, Pontiac, MI
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Pontiac Downtown Neighborhood in Pontiac, MI
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pontiac Downtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pontiac Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pontiac Downtown Apartment is $775 at Garden Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pontiac Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pontiac Downtown is starting from $875 at Garden Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Pontiac Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pontiac Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Auburn Village Townhomes and starts from $1,525.
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