
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Downs Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $600 (34 Rentals)
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Ashford Village Gardens

4701 Flat Shoals Rd, Unit 51f

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Morgan Trace

Laurel

Campbell Crossing

Villas at Autumn Hills

Champions Glen

Crossing Pointe

6354 Shannon Pkwy

3275 Oakley Pl
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4701 Flat Shoals Rd

3285 Oakley Pl
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 | $1,308 | $940 | $2,344 |
| Forest Downs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $1,135 | $2,523 |
| Forest Downs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,962 | $1,330 | $4,724 |
| Forest Downs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,335 | $2,026 | $4,880 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at The Park at Morella priced from $940. Morgan Trace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Forest Downs apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park at Morella | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Morgan Trace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Rhythm at Camp Creek | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Oakley Woods | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Premier Club Apartments | 1x1 500 Sq Ft. Premium | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Vesta Camp Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Laurel | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| The Woods at Shannon Lake | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| EVERGREEN COMMONS | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,118 |
| Netherley Park | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Downs, GA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Downs area is the $1.40 price per square foot Darwin Model at Chatteron Springs in the in the Williams Bluff neighborhood starting from $2,440. The second greatest value Forest Downs apartment is the Elderberry Model at Legacy Ridge starting at $1,549 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Spring Valley 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatteron Springs | Darwin | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.40 |
| Legacy Ridge | Elderberry | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| The Oakley Apartments | Lexington | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Maplewood Park | 3 Bedroom A | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| The Oaks at Summerview | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Ashford Village Gardens | 1,067 Square ft. | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Champions Glen | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Woods at Shannon Lake | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| EVERGREEN COMMONS | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Park at Morella | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathrooms Gold Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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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 The Park at Morella which is listed at $940, while the average apartment in Forest Downs costs $2,759.
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 8 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 $200 which is $2,559 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Downs.
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