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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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South Atlanta, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Atlanta Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Atlanta area of Atlanta, GA is a Studio unit found at Regency Park priced from $747. Retreat at Greenbriar has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable South Atlanta apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Regency ParkE1Studio,1BA$747
Retreat at GreenbriarStudio - R2Studio,1BA$800
Castleton Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
Stanton Park Apartments2 Bedroom - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$805
Adair Court Adult 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$820
The Villages of Castleberry I&IIThe Alder1BR,1BA$841
Elite At LakeviewStudio Apartment RenovatedStudio,1BA$850
Village of College Park1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$880
StonetreeOne Bedroom B Garden1BR,1BA$896
Regal Heights1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Atlanta, GA

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Atlanta area is the $1.00 price per square foot The Holiday - 2/2.5 Model at Greenbriar Commons in the in the Greenbriar neighborhood starting from $1,198. The second greatest value South Atlanta apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhouse A Model at Stonetree starting at $1,211 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Historic College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Atlanta apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Greenbriar CommonsThe Holiday - 2/2.52BR,2.5BA$1.00
StonetreeTwo Bedroom Townhouse A2BR,1.5BA$1.05
Heritage Station Family Apartments22BR542BR,2BA$1.03
Springview ApartmentsSpringview Apartments: 2 Bedroom & 2 Bath Apart...2BR,2BA$1.10
Nirvana At Glenrose2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.07
Woodland at Cascade2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.02
Embarcadero Club ApartmentsThe Granada 2x22BR,2BA$1.05
Perimeter 294 Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath - R2BR,1.5BA$1.11
Harmony Plaza Apartments2x2R2BR,2BA$1.05
Adair Court Adult 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Atlanta, Georgia. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Atlanta Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Atlanta?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Atlanta is under $899.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Atlanta?

The cheapest apartment in South Atlanta is Castleton Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in South Atlanta costs $1,600.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Atlanta?

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 230 regular apartments in South Atlanta 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 South Atlanta?

Cheap apartments in South Atlanta have an average cost of $442 which is $1,158 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Atlanta.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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An Atlanta Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in the Atlanta Area

Written by: Jan Boling

Atlanta, Georgia is a large, modern city with many neighborhoods that welcome both newcomers and natives.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.