Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $600 (49 Rentals)

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property at 1237 Zebrawood Ct SE

$1,400

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$1,400

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1237 Zebrawood Ct SE

AtlantaGA30315

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property at 1268 Eastland Rd SE

$1,595

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$1,595

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1268 Eastland Rd SE

AtlantaGA30316
property at 1624 Terry Mill Rd SE

$1,700

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$1,700

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1624 Terry Mill Rd SE

AtlantaGA30316

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property at 1840 Camellia Dr

$1,950

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$1,950

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1840 Camellia Dr

DecaturGA30032

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East Atlanta, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

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 Broadway at East Atlanta priced from $954. Flats at East Atlanta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable East Atlanta apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Broadway at East AtlantaThe Trek1BR,1BA$954
Flats at East Atlanta1A1BR,1BA$999
Park Vista Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,100
Artesian East Village2A2BR,1BA$1,117
1494 Memorial DriveMagnolia1BR,1BA$1,150
214 Randolph StreetMagnolia1BR,1BA$1,190
Solace Grove1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Affordable1BR,1BA$1,199
Vineyards of Flat Shoals2 Bed 1 Bath Large2BR,1BA$1,199
Element at KirkwoodA11BR,1BA$1,199
Station Square Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Atlanta, GA

As of August 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 2 bed 1 bath Model at Arbors of East Atlanta starting at $1,375 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Little Five Points neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Atlanta apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hillcrest ParkThe Willow B22BR,1.5BA$1.18
Arbors of East Atlanta2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.53
Enclave Oakhurst Village2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 802392BR,1BA$1.69
Vineyards of Flat Shoals2 Bed 1 Bath Midlevel Reno2BR,1BA$1.54
Artesian East Village2A2BR,1BA$1.43
Park Vista Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45
Station Square Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.60
Broadway at East AtlantaThe Trek1BR,1BA$1.32
Element at KirkwoodA11BR,1BA$1.71
214 Randolph StreetMagnolia1BR,1BA$1.76

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East Atlanta, Atlanta, GA

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Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Atlanta

What type of rentals are currently available in East Atlanta?

There are currently 218 Apartments for Rent in East Atlanta, GA with pricing that ranges from $959 to $21,406. There are also 220 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Atlanta ranging from $665 to $12,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Atlanta?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Atlanta ranges from $665 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,186.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Atlanta?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Atlanta range from $1,193 to $14,141, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $6,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,800.

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