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Apartments for Rent in Pontiac, MI

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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    44 Birwoode Drive, Pontiac, MI 48340
    1 BED $1,075+
    2 BEDS $1,245+
  • a living room with a yellow couch and a chair and a table
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    860 Walton Blvd., Pontiac, MI 48340
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    2 BEDS $1,295+
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  • a large lobby with tables and chairs and a kitchen
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    2083 S Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302
    1 BED $1,615+
    2 BEDS $1,758+
    3 BEDS $2,227+
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    5 Carter Street, Pontiac, MI 48342
    2 BEDS $1,236+
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    4000 Winston Dr, Pontiac, MI 48342
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    2 BEDS $523+
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  • a large living room with a fireplace and a table with chairs
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    601 Seville Blvd., Pontiac, MI 48340
    2 BEDS $1,325+
    3 BEDS $1,325+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    370 West Hopkins, Pontiac, MI 48340
    1 BED $950
    2 BEDS $1,100+
    3 BEDS $1,500
  • a kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets
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    94 Stegman Ln, Pontiac, MI 48340
    2 BEDS $1,350
    3 BEDS $1,500
  • a small kitchen with a stove refrigerator and sink
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    311 S Telegraph Rd, Pontiac, MI 48341
    1 BED $950
    2 BEDS $1,050
  • a living room with a couch and a glass table
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    1301 Woodlake Lane, Pontiac, MI 48340
    1 BED $955
    2 BEDS $1,055
  • an empty street at night in a neighborhood with houses with lights
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    51 Spokane, Pontiac, MI 48341
    2 BEDS $1,150+
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    850 Golf Drive, Pontiac, MI 48341
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    1 BED $1,080
    2 BEDS $1,196
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    26 Leanee Lane, Pontiac, MI 48340
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    1 BED $691
    2 BEDS $727
    3 BEDS $764
  • a living room with a carpet and a sliding glass door
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    174 E. Pike St., Pontiac, MI 48342
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    1 BED $569
    2 BEDS $706
    3 BEDS $762

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    933 Myrtle Ave, Oakland County, MI 48328
    2 BEDS $1,425
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    2171 Oaknoll St, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
    3 BEDS $1,650
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    2870 Greyberry Drive, Waterford, MI 48328
    1 BED $1,016+
    2 BEDS $1,255+
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    2750 Cherokee Drive, Waterford, MI 48328
    1 BED $1,065
    2 BEDS $1,145
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  • A living room with a grey couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    1655 Bloomfield Place Drive, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
    1 BED $1,037+
    2 BEDS $1,200+
  • A living room with a glass table and chairs.
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    950 Village Green Lane, Waterford Township, MI 48328
    1 BED $849+
    2 BEDS $949+
  • A living room with a large bed and a painting on the wall.
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    201 N Squirrel Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
    2 BEDS $1,660+
    3 BEDS $1,835+
  • a kitchen with a counter top and a refrigerator
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    3386 Auburn Road, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
    1 BED $1,450
    2 BEDS $1,750
  • the living room of an apartment with white walls and carpet
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    3161 Bloomfield Ln, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
    1 BED $1,175+
    2 BEDS $1,300+
  • A living room with a wooden table and grey chairs.
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    3500 Fountain Lane, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
    1 BED $1,649+
    2 BEDS $1,924+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table with yellow flowers
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    3300 Five Points Drive, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
    1 BED $1,664+
    2 BEDS $1,826+
    3 BEDS $2,826+
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Pontiac, MI rent trends

Rental prices in Pontiac, MI have increased by 1.94% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,176 to $1,199.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Pontiac, MI is $1,199.

Average rent in Pontiac, MI

$1,199/mo Pontiac, MI average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Pontiac, MI is $1,199.

    What's the typical rent budget in Pontiac, MI?

    About 8% of apartment rents in Pontiac, MI range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 3% of apartments. Around 66% of Pontiac’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 22% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000.

    The largest share of rentals in Pontiac, MI (66%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Pontiac, MI

    58 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    47 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 58, Bike Score®: 47

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Pontiac, MI last updated?

    Prices and availability in Pontiac, MI were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Pontiac, MI?

    The best apartments in Pontiac, MI are: Auburn Heights Apartments, The Wind Song Apartments, 24 at Bloomfield, The Hamilton and Winston Commons.

    What is the average rent in Pontiac, MI?

    The average rent in Pontiac, MI is $1,083.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Pontiac, MI?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Pontiac, MI is between $523 and $2,151.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Pontiac, MI?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Pontiac, MI is between $523 and $2,481.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Pontiac, MI?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Pontiac, MI is between $523 and $2,481.

    What type of rental buildings are in Pontiac, MI?

    In Pontiac 56% of the housing is rented out compared to 44% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 11% of Pontiac’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 50% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 38% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Pontiac, MI?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Pontiac are about 50 years old, on average. Of these, 3% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About 89% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 8% are mid-rises, and 4% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Pontiac, MI?

    Studio apartments in Pontiac are around 7% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 41% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 45% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

    Living in Pontiac, MI

    Pontiac, MI, is a city in Oakland County and also the county seat. Its unique name is after a war chief of the Ottawa Tribe, which was in the area before the European settlers. Renters in the city have access to different attractions and fun things to do in Pontiac: It’s known for the Sea Life Michigan Aquarium and many concerts and shows take place at The Crofoot. The Oakland County Pioneer Historical Society is also popular among renters who are interested in history. Another popular spot is the Cranbrook Institute of Science, which is a natural science museum and planetarium. Pontiac has a cold and temperate climate: Renters can enjoy warm summers and windy, freezing and snowy winters. Pontiac gets 32 inches of rain and 35 inches of snow per year. There are also 175 sunny days in the city and about 124 days of precipitation.

    Renting in Pontiac, MI

    The Pontiac neighborhoods have different areas for rent with a dense, suburban feel. Here, there are more renters than there are homeowners in the city. Specifically, there are 18 constituent neighborhoods available in Pontiac, with most of the apartments for rent being single-family homes, townhomes and condos. Renters in Pontiac usually look for pet-friendly homes, swimming pools, basements and affordable homes. The most affordable areas to rent a house are in the west, while the northeastern part has more popular neighborhoods. Pontiac also has a lower cost of living than the national average, thereby making it popular among renters on a budget. Notably, landlords in Pontiac cannot increase the rent by more than 5% or evict renters without a court order. Renters should also ensure that the late fees are included in the lease. Renters also have the right to habitable homes and must pay the rent within seven days of the due date to avoid eviction.

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    Shopping in Pontiac, MI

    Pontiac provides different shopping opportunities to its renters, including Oakland Pointe Shopping Center. It’s the most popular in the city with a wide range of shopping opportunities. Other options include Galloway Retail Center and Silver Lake Center. Otherwise, renters prefer to shop for their groceries at Pontiac Foodland, People’s Food Market, Save Plus Mart, Pike Food Center and Special Way Food Store. Granted, there aren’t a lot of popular brand stores in the city, but there is a downtown area in Pontiac where renters get access to local stores and eateries.

    Transportation in Pontiac, MI

    Pontiac offers decent walkability throughout the city, but there are not a lot of bike lanes, except for those in gated communities. The city’s downtown area is the most walkable, and it’s easy for renters to run errands without using public transportation or cars. Alternatively, the SMART bus provides public transportation to renters in Pontiac, and there’s also a senior transportation service for older renters. Greyhound also provides a Pontiac Bus Center, and it’s easy to travel to neighboring cities with Amtrak train services. Finally, the nearest airport to Pontiac is Detroit Metropolitan Airport, which is located in Detroit.

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