
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Downs Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $600 (32 Rentals)
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The Oaks at Summerview

Rhythm at Camp Creek

Legacy Ridge

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The Park at Morella

Oakley Woods

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Welcome Home to Premier Club Living

The Woods at Shannon Lake

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Union Landing

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Ashford Village Gardens

4701 Flat Shoals Rd, Unit Apt 49 B

5205 Alexander St

Oakley Shoals
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Champions Glen

3285 Oakley Pl

4701 Flat Shoals Rd

8220 Oakley Cir

5200 Alexander St

4128 Flat Trail
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Downs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Downs Studio Apartments | $1,005 | $1,005 | $1,005 |
| Forest Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $940 | $2,269 |
| Forest Downs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $1,135 | $2,423 |
| Forest Downs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,962 | $1,330 | $4,327 |
| Forest Downs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,759 | $2,026 | $3,682 |
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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 Oakley Woods priced from $1,005. Welcome Home to Premier Club Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Forest Downs apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakley Woods | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,005 |
| Welcome Home to Premier Club Living | 1x1 500 Sq Ft. Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Vesta Camp Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| EVERGREEN COMMONS | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Netherley Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,106 |
| The Park at Morella | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Gold Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| The Woods at Shannon Lake | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,169 |
| The Oaks at Summerview | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Champions Glen | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| Rhythm at Camp Creek | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Downs, GA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Downs area is the $0.93 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Rhythm at Camp Creek in the in the Spring Valley neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value Forest Downs apartment is the 2X2 Renovated Model at The Woods at Shannon Lake starting at $1,309 with a $1.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm at Camp Creek | Magnolia | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.93 |
| The Woods at Shannon Lake | 2X2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Ashford Village Gardens | 1,150 Square ft. | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| The Oaks at Summerview | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Legacy Ridge | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Union Landing | 2 Bedroom and 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| The Oakley Apartments | Cambridge | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Park at Morella | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| EVERGREEN COMMONS | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Vesta Camp Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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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 Welcome Home to Premier Club Living which is listed at $1,025, while the average apartment in Forest Downs costs $2,677.
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 22 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 $198 which is $2,479 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Downs.
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