
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mechanicsville Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $600 (31 Rentals)
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Heritage Station Family Apartments

360 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW

953 Washington St SW

Ergo Lofts

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457 Formwalt St SW, Unit B-1
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728 Formwalt St SW

692 Smith St SW

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Mechanicsville Crossing

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Mechanicsville Family Apartments

396 Rawson St

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Bolden Park

502 Pryor St SW

1029 Smith St SW

565 Hank by Windsor

Peters Street Commons
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1040 Smith St SW

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Mechanicsville, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mechanicsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanicsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,000 | $2,600 |
| Mechanicsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $1,095 | $4,471 |
| Mechanicsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,773 | $1,099 | $7,418 |
| Mechanicsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,662 | $999 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mechanicsville Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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Cheapest Available Mechanicsville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mechanicsville area of Atlanta, GA is a 2 Beds unit found at Heritage Station Family Apartments priced from $1,095. Ergo Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Mechanicsville apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Station Family Apartments | 22BR54HF | 2BR,2BA | $1,095 |
| Ergo Lofts | 1-Bed / 1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Towne Square Apartments | Best In-Town Apartment Deal in the City of Atla... | 1BR,1BA | $1,231 |
| 728 Formwalt St SW | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,400 |
| 692 Smith St SW | E | 2BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 565 Hank by Windsor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,577 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mechanicsville, GA
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mechanicsville area is the $3.25 price per square foot 238 Walker St SW Model at 238 Walker St SW, Unit 23 in the in the Downtown Atlanta neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Mechanicsville apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 728 Formwalt St SW starting at $1,400 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Vine City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mechanicsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 238 Walker St SW, Unit 23 | 238 Walker St SW | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| 728 Formwalt St SW | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| 565 Hank by Windsor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Heritage Station Family Apartments | 32BR60HF | 3BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Towne Square Apartments | Best In-Town Apartment Deal in the City of Atla... | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 692 Smith St SW | E | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Ergo Lofts | 1-Bed / 1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mechanicsville Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mechanicsville?
The cheapest apartment in Mechanicsville is Ergo Lofts which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in Mechanicsville costs $1,372.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mechanicsville?
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 13 regular apartments in Mechanicsville 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 Mechanicsville?
Cheap apartments in Mechanicsville have an average cost of $815 which is $557 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mechanicsville.
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