
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Acres Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $500 (34 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Forest Acres area of Atlanta.


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The Park at Castleton

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Appletree

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Forest Acres, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,064 | $585 | $1,499 |
| Forest Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,209 | $995 | $1,599 |
| Forest Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $1,299 | $1,699 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Forest Acres Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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Cheapest Available Forest Acres Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Acres area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Park at Castleton priced from $950. Brentwood Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Forest Acres apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park at Castleton | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Brentwood Meadows | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Adams House | Adams House 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| Harmony Plaza Apartments | 1x1 S8 - B | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Appletree | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Village Highlands | Knoll | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Brentwood Townhomes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Shamrock Gardens | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Stanton Yards | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Acres, GA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Acres area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2x1.5 Model at Shamrock Gardens in the in the Connally neighborhood starting from $1,259. The second greatest value Forest Acres apartment is the Adams House 2x1 Model at Adams House starting at $1,141 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Connally neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Acres apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shamrock Gardens | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Adams House | Adams House 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Appletree | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Brentwood Meadows | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Village Highlands | Knoll | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Park at Castleton | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Harmony Plaza Apartments | 1x1 S8 - A | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Brentwood Townhomes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Acres Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Acres?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Acres is The Park at Castleton which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Forest Acres costs $1,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Acres?
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 21 regular apartments in Forest Acres 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 Forest Acres?
Cheap apartments in Forest Acres have an average cost of $409 which is $991 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Acres.
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