Cheap Apartments for Rent in Atlanta, GA from $300 (1,139 Rentals)

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Ashby Park Apartments
$850 - $1,050
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Ashby Park Apartments

880 Rock St NWAtlanta, GA 30314
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Regal Vista
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$850 - $1,799
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Regal Vista

3475 Pleasantbrook Village LnAtlanta, GA 30340
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Park South Apartments
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$900 - $1,200
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Park South Apartments

2612 Steele AveAtlanta, GA 30315
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Atlanta, GA

Pricing Updated: 07/26/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Atlanta, GA area range in price from $200 to $29,385 with an overall median price of $4,792. The three Atlanta neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Washington Park at $850, Anneewakee Trails at $1,350, and West End at $857. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Atlanta Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Washington Park$1,247$8506
Anneewakee Trails$1,350$1,3501
West End$1,370$85731
Delowe$1,397$70076
Forest Acres$1,397$57578
Pamond Park$1,397$57578
Pomona Park$1,397$57578
Connally$1,400$70078
Southwest Atlanta$1,407$700121
Fair Oaks$1,417$92542

Cheapest Available Atlanta Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stanton Park Apartments in the Ormewood Park neighborhood priced from $413. Blue Sky Landing in the Spring Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $673. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Atlanta apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stanton Park Apartments1 Bdrm 650 sqft1BR,1BA$413
Blue Sky LandingThe Sunrise1BR,1BA$673
Redan VillageStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$749
Manor III ApartmentsThe Birch1BR,1BA$750
Willow Creek ApartmentsWillow 2Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$795
Regal Heights1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$799
Poplar Springs Apartments1A1BR,1BA$799
Dreamscape at Fairfieldas11BR,1BA$800
Elite At LakeviewStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$829
Martin Manor2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$835

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atlanta, GA

As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Atlanta area is the $0.79 price per square foot 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath Model at Wagon Works Apartments in the in the Centre Park neighborhood starting from $1,258. The second greatest value Atlanta apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Retreat at Greenbriar starting at $1,449 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Greenbriar neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Atlanta apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wagon Works Apartments3 Bedroom / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.79
Retreat at Greenbriar3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2.5BA$0.93
The Preserve at Camp CreekD1P4BR,2BA$0.87
Reflection4 BEDROOM, 4 BATH CORNER4BR,4BA$0.73
The Rive Spring St5x4 Shared Balcony5BR,4BA$0.74
Flourish ParkElmwood2BR,1.5BA$0.91
Lakeside TownhomesOne Bedroom Loft Townhome1BR,1.5BA$0.91
The Oaks at Summerview2x12BR,1BA$0.87
Pines at Lawrenceville ApartmentsCumberland (Upgraded)2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Blue Sky LandingThe Sunrise1BR,1BA$0.85

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Atlanta Overview

Atlanta, Georgia is one of the most exciting cities to call home in the United States. The Georgian capital is known for its culture, thriving economy and historical setting.

Even with a population over 6 million people, Atlanta still maintains its Southern charm and hospitality. You will never feel swallowed in the hustle of city life, and the locals are known to be welcoming and warm.

Why live in Atlanta, GA?

If you are having questions about why you should choose Atlanta consider what you find important in a city. Atlanta is known for its unique feel that captures Southern hospitality with big city life. The culture is rich and diverse. It dates back hundreds of years and is a beautiful blend of many points in time and ethnic groups.

For the sports fan you will find many major national teams such as the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta Hawks. No matter your interests you will find something to appreciate in this wonderful city. It offers enough to keep any and every type of person satisfied. Calling Atlanta home means becoming a part of a family.

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Suzette2+ years in Atlanta

April 3, 2025

Love living here. Grew up in the South in Florida and moved here to Atlanta about 4 years ago. Traffic can be bad sometimes, but overall pretty neat. And I love going to Braves games!

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February 25, 2025

Really like the city of Atlanta. The trees everywhere are quite beautiful and there is always plenty to do. The traffic can be a bit rough some times, but overall a great city.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Atlanta Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Atlanta?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Atlanta is under $835.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Atlanta?

The cheapest apartment in Atlanta is Stanton Park Apartments which is listed at $413, while the average apartment in Atlanta costs $4,792.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Atlanta?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 26,843 regular apartments in Atlanta that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Atlanta?

Cheap apartments in Atlanta have an average cost of $434 which is $4,358 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Atlanta.

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