
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Downs Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $600 (34 Rentals)
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5230 Alexander St

Morgan Trace

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Champions Glen

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Forest Downs, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Downs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $940 | $2,392 |
| Forest Downs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,546 | $999 | $2,599 |
| Forest Downs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,988 | $1,330 | $4,724 |
| Forest Downs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,342 | $2,026 | $4,009 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Forest Downs Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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Cheapest Available Forest Downs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Downs area of Atlanta, GA is a Studio unit found at Morgan Trace priced from $925. The Park at Morella has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $940. Here are the most affordable Forest Downs apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan Trace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| The Park at Morella | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Oakley Woods | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| The Oaks at Summerview | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Premier Club Apartments | 1x1 500 Sq Ft. Premium - 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Rhythm at Camp Creek | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $1,002 |
| Vesta Camp Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Laurel | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Freedom Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,158 |
| The Woods at Shannon Lake | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,171 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Downs, GA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Downs area is the $1.27 price per square foot B3 Model at EVERGREEN COMMONS in the in the Williams Bluff neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Forest Downs apartment is the 2X2 Renovated Model at The Woods at Shannon Lake starting at $1,350 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Williams Bluff neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Downs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVERGREEN COMMONS | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| The Woods at Shannon Lake | 2X2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| The Oaks at Summerview | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Villas at Autumn Hills | 2 bedroom garden upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Union Landing | 2 Bedroom and 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Ashford Village Gardens | 1,067 Square ft. | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Maplewood Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Champions Glen | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Jonesboro Road Senior Village | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Park at Morella | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathrooms Gold | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Downs Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Downs?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Downs is Oakley Woods which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in Forest Downs costs $2,958.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Downs?
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 11 regular apartments in Forest Downs 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 Downs?
Cheap apartments in Forest Downs have an average cost of $172 which is $2,786 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Downs.
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