
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lake Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $600 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Lake area of Atlanta.


The Kirkwood Apartments at Edgewood

The Villages Of East Lake

Element at Kirkwood

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The Commons of East Lake

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East Lake, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lake Studio Apartments | $1,474 | $1,200 | $2,299 |
| East Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $1,199 | $2,729 |
| East Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $1,399 | $3,399 |
| East Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,420 | $1,858 | $5,179 |
| East Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,023 | $2,023 | $2,023 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Lake Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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Cheapest Available East Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Lake area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Element at Kirkwood priced from $1,199. Ella has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable East Lake apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Element at Kirkwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Ella | M1f-e | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Arlo Decatur Apartments | E1 - MCKOY | Studio,1BA | $1,486 |
| Avery Glen | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Broadstone Pullman | A2- HC | 1BR,1BA | $1,612 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, GA
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $1.49 price per square foot Oglethorpe Model at The Villages Of East Lake in the in the Candler Park neighborhood starting from $1,739. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the A1 Model at Avery Glen starting at $1,575 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villages Of East Lake | Oglethorpe | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Avery Glen | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Broadstone Pullman | A2- HC | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Element at Kirkwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| The Kirkwood Apartments at Edgewood | S1 - The Howard | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Arlo Decatur Apartments | E1 - MCKOY | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
| Ella | M1-e | Studio ,1BA | $2.84 |
| 1867 Gordon Mnr NE, Unit Studio Apartment | 1867 Gordon Mnr NE | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Lake is at Ella listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Lake Apartment is $1,199 at Element at Kirkwood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Lake is starting from $1,349 at Element at Kirkwood.
What is the most affordable East Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages Of East Lake and starts from $1,875.
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