
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $400 (26 Rentals)
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Broadway at East Atlanta

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Taco Town Apartments

212 Kirkwood Rd NE

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The Gracewood
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1583 Braeburn Dr SE

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Glenwood Park Lofts

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Link Apartments® Grant Park

841 Memorial

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644 Moreland Ave SE

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Alton East
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Elan Madison Yards

159 Whitefoord

1494 Memorial Drive

Retreat at Edgewood

Columbia Senior Residences at Edgewood

Balfour East Lake
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Gibson by Radius

Wylie Apartments | 761 Wylie ST

Edgewood Mews
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1570 Memorial Drive

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East Atlanta, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Atlanta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Atlanta Studio Apartments | $1,623 | $1,161 | $2,859 |
| East Atlanta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $972 | $10,000+ |
| East Atlanta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $1,100 | $6,799 |
| East Atlanta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,464 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| East Atlanta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,185 | $2,023 | $8,685 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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Cheapest Available East Atlanta Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Atlanta area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Paradise East Apartments priced from $972. Broadway at East Atlanta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable East Atlanta apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise East Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $972 |
| Broadway at East Atlanta | The Trek | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Park Vista Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Artesian East Village | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1,142 |
| Balfour East Lake | Oakland | 2BR,1BA | $1,186 |
| 214 Randolph Street | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Vineyards of Flat Shoals | 2 Bed 1 Bath Large | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Element at Kirkwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Station Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Ella | M1f-e | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Atlanta, GA
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Atlanta area is the $1.18 price per square foot The Willow B2 Model at Hillcrest Park in the in the Ormewood Park neighborhood starting from $1,440. The second greatest value East Atlanta apartment is the Oglethorpe Model at The Villages Of East Lake starting at $1,739 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Candler Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Atlanta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Hillcrest Park | The Willow B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| The Villages Of East Lake | Oglethorpe | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 11 Moreland Avenue Northeast | 11 Moreland Avenue Northeast | 3BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Arbors of East Atlanta | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Balfour East Lake | Oakland | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Vineyards of Flat Shoals | 2 Bed 1 Bath Large Midlevel Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Paradise East Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Artesian East Village | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Park Vista Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Broadway at East Atlanta | The Trek | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Atlanta Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Atlanta?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Atlanta is at Ella listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Atlanta Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Atlanta Apartment is $972 at Paradise East Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Atlanta Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Atlanta is starting from $1,100 at Park Vista Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Atlanta Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Atlanta Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Flats at East Atlanta and starts from $1,699.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

An Atlanta Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in the Atlanta Area
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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