Cheap Homes for Rent in McDonough Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $500 (21 Rentals)

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property at 2361 Swallow Cir SE

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2361 Swallow Cir SE

AtlantaGA30315

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Cheapest Available McDonough Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the McDonough area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Balfour East Lake priced from $1,007. The Steede has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,010. Here are the most affordable McDonough apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Balfour East LakeLenox1BR,1BA$1,007
The SteedeA11BR,1BA$1,010
Park Vista Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,100
Artesian East Village2B2BR,1BA$1,184
Towne Square ApartmentsBest In-Town Apartment Deal in the City of Atla...1BR,1BA$1,231

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McDonough, GA

As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the McDonough area is the $1.07 price per square foot The Willow B2 Model at Hillcrest Park in the in the Ormewood Park neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value McDonough apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Towne at Lakewood Heights starting at $1,365 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Ormewood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McDonough apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hillcrest ParkThe Willow B22BR,1.5BA$1.07
Towne at Lakewood Heights2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.14
2388 Young Street2388 Young Street1BR,1BA$1.68
Balfour East LakeOakland2BR,1BA$1.31
The SteedeB12BR,1BA$1.66
1373 Benteen Way SE, Unit Apr basement1373 Benteen Way SE1BR,1BA$1.50
Artesian East Village2A2BR,1BA$1.56
EnsoEnso 11BR,1BA$1.80
Park Vista Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45
Towne Square ApartmentsBest In-Town Apartment Deal in the City of Atla...1BR,1BA$1.85

Frequently Asked Questions about McDonough

What type of rentals are currently available in McDonough?

There are currently 131 Apartments for Rent in McDonough, GA with pricing that ranges from $670 to $4,471. There are also 159 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McDonough ranging from $574 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in McDonough?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in McDonough ranges from $574 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,504.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in McDonough?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in McDonough range from $1,099 to $4,471, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,615 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.

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