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Pet Friendly
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1221 Colony Ln, Pontiac, MI 48340, USA
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Property Overview
Auburn West Apartments is a pet-friendly community that ranks in the 100th percentile for value for money compared to local properties. With proximity to a top-rated elementary school just under a mile away and an impressive collection of 50 photos showcasing the property, it offers both quality living and aesthetic appeal for potential renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
- Dishwasher
Floor plans
| 21-216 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $840 /mo | |||
| 13-136 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,100 sqft | $925 /mo | |||
| 31-332 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,100 sqft | $1,075 /mo | |||
| 33-315 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,100 sqft | $1,125 /mo |
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Amenities for Auburn West Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Dining Room |
| Freezer | Living Room |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator | Stainless Steel Appliances |
Tech
| Cable Ready | High-Speed Internet |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Pet-Friendly Community |
Services
| On-Site Maintenance |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About Auburn West Apartments
Auburn West Apartments is a Pontiac Apartment located at 1221 Colony Lane #218. The property features 1 - 2 BR rental units available starting at $840. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, and Pet Friendly Community. Contact us for a showing.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Auburn West Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Auburn West Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Auburn West Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Auburn West Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Auburn West Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Auburn West Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Auburn West Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Auburn West Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Auburn West Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
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Rent trends in Pontiac
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 16% lower than 1-bedrooms in Pontiac.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Auburn West Apartments to be 17% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Pontiac.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Pontiac
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $839 |
| March 2024 | $848 |
| April 2024 | $765 |
| May 2024 | $774 |
| June 2024 | $791 |
| July 2024 | $794 |
| August 2024 | $839 |
| September 2024 | $869 |
| October 2024 | $839 |
| November 2024 | $875 |
| February 2025 | $1,104 |
| April 2025 | $899 |
| May 2025 | $899 |
| June 2025 | $899 |
| July 2025 | $899 |
| October 2025 | $899 |
| November 2025 | $899 |
| December 2025 | $899 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $840.
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Schools near Auburn West Apartments
Rogers Elementary School
2600 dexter rd
auburn hills, MI, 48326
K-5Public
C-
Kennedy Center
1700 baldwin ave
pontiac, MI, 48340
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Pontiac near 1221 Colony Ln
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Points of interest for 1221 Colony Ln, Pontiac
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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