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Atlanta, GA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Atlanta, GA

Pricing Updated: 06/07/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Atlanta, GA area range in price from $200 to $26,530 with an overall median price of $4,601. The three Atlanta neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Dixie Hills at $550, Leila Valley at $625, and Rebel Valley Forest at $625. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Atlanta Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Dixie Hills$1,275$55021
Leila Valley$1,300$62513
Rebel Valley Forest$1,300$62512
Downtown Douglasville$1,345$1,3451
Atkins Park$1,400$1,4001
Elmco Estates$1,551$60048
Midwest Cascade$1,551$89944
Fairway Acres$1,575$1,5751
Boulder Park$1,748$89941
LaFarge Quarry$1,760$1,7601

Cheapest Available Atlanta Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Atlanta, GA is a Studio unit found at Clarkston Townhomes in the Decatur North Druid Hills neighborhood priced from $599. Aurora in the South DeKalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $729. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Atlanta apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clarkston TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$599
AuroraA1AV-40%1BR,1BA$729
Retreat at GreenbriarStudio - R2Studio,1BA$799
Redan Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$799
Beacon RidgeSTUDIOStudio,1BA$800
Stanton Park Apartments2 Bedroom - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$805
The Village on RiverwalkA11BR,1BA$815
Regency ParkE1Studio,1BA$818
Elite At LakeviewStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$819
Rhythm at RiverdaleSTUDIO1BR,1BA$820

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atlanta, GA

As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Atlanta area is the $0.79 price per square foot Ritz Model at MAA Buckhead in the in the Peachtree Park neighborhood starting from $1,903. The second greatest value Atlanta apartment is the 164 Chicamauga Ave SW Model at 164 Chicamauga Ave SW, Unit Private Downstairs 1 bed starting at $1,300 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the Vine City 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.
MAA BuckheadRitz2BR,2BA$0.79
164 Chicamauga Ave SW, Unit Private Downstairs 1 bed164 Chicamauga Ave SW1BR,1BA$0.63
WestPoint Creek Townhomes3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.01
Greenbriar CommonsThe Ellington - 3/2.53BR,2.5BA$0.90
Rex Road Townhomes3 Bed 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$1.00
Orchard Walk3 Bedroom Two Bathroom-60%3BR,2BA$0.95
100 MidtownD1R4BR,2BA$0.68
Elme Cumberland2 Bed | 2 Bath - B2A2BR,2BA$1.04
Legacy RidgeA1- Birch 11BR,1BA$1.04
StonetreeTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.04

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Atlanta, GA

Ranked #1

Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Atlanta, GA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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.

Atlanta, GA Area Reviews

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Suzette • 2+ 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!

Trey

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 $820.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Atlanta?

The cheapest apartment in Atlanta is Aurora which is listed at $729, while the average apartment in Atlanta costs $4,601.

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 30,067 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 $433 which is $4,168 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Atlanta.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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