Cheap Homes for Rent in East Lake Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $1,400 (19 Rentals)

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East Lake, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Lake Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Lake area of Atlanta, GA is a 7 Beds unit found at Ella priced from $1,019. 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 Lake apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
EllaCo-Living7BR,7BA$1,019
Broadway at East AtlantaThe Trek1BR,1BA$1,099
Vineyards of Flat ShoalsThe Montaluce1BR,1BA$1,185
Element at KirkwoodA11BR,1BA$1,299
Broadstone PullmanS1Studio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, GA

As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $2.14 price per square foot TH-C1 Model at Vela Park in the in the East Atlanta Village neighborhood starting from $3,201. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the Oglethorpe Model at The Villages Of East Lake starting at $1,685 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Candler Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Lake apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vela ParkTH-C13BR,2.5BA$2.14
The Villages Of East LakeOglethorpe2BR,2BA$1.45
EastWood TownhomesB12BR,2BA$2.62
Avery GlenA11BR,1BA$1.94
Avery Glen Luxury ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.16
Broadway at East AtlantaThe Trek1BR,1BA$1.52
Element at KirkwoodA11BR,1BA$1.86
The Kirkwood Apartments at EdgewoodS1 - The Howard1BR,1BA$2.48
Vineyards of Flat ShoalsThe Boutier1BR,1BA$1.94
Hanover EdgewoodAaStudio ,1BA$2.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Lake

What type of rentals are currently available in East Lake?

There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in East Lake, GA with pricing that ranges from $1,019 to $8,335. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Lake ranging from $1,425 to $7,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Lake ranges from $1,425 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,525.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Lake range from $1,749 to $8,335, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,015.

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