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Atlanta, GA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Atlanta, GA

Pricing Updated: 01/03/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Atlanta, GA area range in price from $200 to $27,086 with an overall median price of $3,643. The three Atlanta neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mechanicsville at $999, West End at $800, and Grove Park at $695. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Atlanta Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Mechanicsville$1,279$99930
West End$1,295$80019
Grove Park$1,311$69515
Anneewakee Trails$1,350$1,3501
Old National East$1,425$1,00786
River Park$1,445$80015
Connally$1,450$88571
Delowe$1,450$88564
Forest Acres$1,450$88564
Jefferson Park$1,450$200107

Cheapest Available Atlanta Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Reserve at Bolton Road in the Riverside neighborhood priced from $714. Redan Village in the South DeKalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Atlanta apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Reserve at Bolton Road1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$714
Redan VillageStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$749
The Park at Palatine1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$775
Fully-Furnished Rooms for RentPrivate room with shared bathroom1BR,1BA$790
Arrowhead Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath Townhome 890sf A1BR,1BA$799
Poplar Springs Apartments1A1BR,1BA$799
Hills at Greenbriar1 Bed 1 Bath 660sf A1BR,1BA$799
Beacon RidgeSTUDIOStudio,1BA$800
Retreat at GreenbriarStudio - R2Studio,1BA$800
Pavilion PlaceBrooklyn1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atlanta, GA

As of January 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Atlanta area is the $0.44 price per square foot 164 Chicamauga Ave SW Model at 164 Chicamauga Ave SW, Unit Room with Shared Bathroom in the in the Vine City neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Atlanta apartment is the Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Maplewood Pointe starting at $1,499 with a $1.00 price per square foot . 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.
164 Chicamauga Ave SW, Unit Room with Shared Bathroom164 Chicamauga Ave SW1BR,1BA$0.44
Maplewood PointeThree Bedroom Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.00
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes3x23BR,2BA$0.98
Campus Crossings Briarcliff3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom C13BR,3BA$0.78
Redwood RidgeB32BR,1.5BA$0.96
Parc 1000 Apartment HomesElmwood2BR,1.5BA$0.85
The Reserve at Bolton Road2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.90
Kislev Golden Gate2/1.5 - Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.89
Martin Manor2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.98
Pavilion PlaceBrooklyn1BR,1BA$1.00

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Commute Less, Live More: Top Neighborhoods Near Atlanta's Biggest Companies

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Atlanta

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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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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 $800.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Atlanta?

The cheapest apartment in Atlanta is The Reserve at Bolton Road which is listed at $714, while the average apartment in Atlanta costs $3,643.

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 35,120 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 $530 which is $3,113 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Atlanta.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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An Atlanta Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in the Atlanta Area

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Atlanta, Georgia is a large, modern city with many neighborhoods that welcome both newcomers and natives.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!