Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 24, 2026
Average rent in
Pontiac, MI
Average rent in
Last updated on October 24, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Pontiac rent stands today
Pontiac, MI rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,300/month. Month over month, rent slipped 1.0%, showing a recent easing in prices across the city.
Compared to national trends
Pontiac, MI sits 31.6% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a lower-cost option for renters in Michigan with 60 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Pontiac rent for about $1,002/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,100/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,222/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,500/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $3,800/month. This range reflects the variety of unit sizes available to renters.
Median rent
Median rent in Pontiac
$1,300/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Pontiac is $1,300 per month as of October 2026. This is 32% below the national average rent, or $600 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Pontiac
60
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Pontiac rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Pontiac, MI
Average rent prices in Pontiac have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Pontiac, MI
Rent prices in Pontiac vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Pontiac is $1,200, whereas a house costs $1,400. 1-bedroom apartments in Pontiac run $1,089 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,267.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,001 | No Change | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $1,100 |  1% | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $1,222 |  2% | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $1,500 | No Change | 7% | |
4 bedroom | $3,800 | 5% | 162% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Pontiac | $1,200 | |
Franklin Boulevard | $1,261 | |
Modern Housing Corporation | $1,500 | |
Pontiac Commercial Historic District | $1,314 | |
Seminole Hills | $1,275 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,200 | 2% | 3% | |
Condos | $2,400 | 28% | 118% | |
Houses | $1,400 | 4% | 6% | |
Rooms | $900 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,001
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,222
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,800
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
162%
Pontiac Commercial Historic District
Average rent
$1,314
Downtown Pontiac
Average rent
$1,200
Modern Housing Corporation
Average rent
$1,500
Franklin Boulevard
Average rent
$1,261
Seminole Hills
Average rent
$1,275
Apartments
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
28%
Last year
118%
Houses
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
6%
Rooms
Average rent
$900
The table above reflects average rent prices in Pontiac, MI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Pontiac, MI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Pontiac and Auburn Hills by all bedroom counts and property types.
Pontiac
32%lower than the national median
16%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Pontiac, MI is 19% lower than the median rent in Auburn Hills, MI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,597
$1,200
4%$1,589
28%$1,597
9%$1,260
$2,300
32%$1,575
$2,000
5%$1,600
5%$1,900
4%$1,850
3%$1,300
Discover rentals in Pontiac, MI
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Pontiac
51 S Francis Ave #2, Pontiac, MI 48342
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 16
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Pontiac
51 S Francis Ave #4, Pontiac, MI 48342
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 9
1d ago
43-43.5 N Sanford St, Pontiac, MI 48342
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Pontiac
38 Spokane Dr, Pontiac, MI 48341
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Pontiac
3 beds
3 baths
$5,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Pontiac
1630 Valdosta Cir, Pontiac, MI 48340
4 beds
3 baths
$2,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Modern Housing Corporation house for rent in Pontiac
583 N Perry St, Pontiac, MI 48342
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
Verified
600 W Walton Blvd, Pontiac, MI 48340
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,499–$1,749
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 1
2d ago
Verified
600 W Walton Blvd, Pontiac, MI 48340
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,499–$1,749
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 1
1d ago
28 N Saginaw St, Pontiac, MI 48342
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,200–$1,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Pontiac
3 beds
3 baths
$5,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
15h ago
Verified
121 Fiddis Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,282–$1,468
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
121 Fiddis Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,282–$1,468
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
1221 Colony Lane ##218, Pontiac, MI 48340
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,125–$1,285
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
600 W Walton Blvd, Pontiac, MI 48340
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,499–$1,749
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 1
2d ago
Verified
129 S Edith St, Pontiac, MI 48342
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,384–$1,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
3d ago
4000 Winston Dr, Pontiac, MI 48342
1 bed
1 bath
$1,041
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
43-43.5 N Sanford St, Pontiac, MI 48342
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Pontiac
3 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
311 S Telegraph Rd, Pontiac, MI 48341
1–2 beds
1 bath
$955–$1,050
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Pontiac, MI
Quick answers to common questions about the Pontiac rental market.
How much is rent in Pontiac?
The average rent in Pontiac is $1,300 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Pontiac?
Average rent prices in Pontiac have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Pontiac rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Pontiac is 32% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $600 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Pontiac?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Pontiac are Downtown Pontiac ($1,200/mo), Franklin Boulevard ($1,261/mo), and Seminole Hills ($1,275/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Pontiac?
To comfortably afford rent in Pontiac, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Pontiac?
February offers the lowest rents in Pontiac, running about 7% lower than November's peak prices. December also sees less competitive conditions with lower demand compared to available inventory.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).