
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $300 (138 Rentals)
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Room in Apartment on Stanton Rd SW

Room in Apartment on Dunlap Ave

The Preserve at Camp Creek

Manor III Apartments

1056 Regent St SW, C

Pavilion Place

Adair Court Adult 55+

Elite At Lakeview

Retreat at Greenbriar
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Castleton Apartments

412 Corvair Dr SE

The Villages of Castleberry I&II

Hills at Greenbriar

HearthSide Norman Berry

1744 Lyle Ave, Unit 08

City Central Condos

1056 Regent St

Senior Apartments age 55+ -Ashton Browns Mill

585 Marina St
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The Park at Castleton

Regal Heights

1744 Lyle Ave, Unit 15

Rhythm at Camp Creek

Woodland at Cascade

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Chez Moi Apartments

Greenbriar Glen

1834 John Calvin Ave

1295 West Apartments

Brentwood Meadows
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420 Rawson St SW

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Hidden Oaks

1055 Arden

The Steede

Crystal Gardens

Adams House

Perimeter 294 Apartments

Harmony Plaza Apartments

Appletree

2045 Alison Ct SW
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Heritage Station Family Apartments

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Westview Lofts

Park Vista Apartments

984 Byron Dr SW

Henry at Harvard

953 Washington St SW

360 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW

2055 Alison Ct SW
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South Atlanta, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Atlanta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Atlanta Studio Apartments | $1,457 | $600 | $3,944 |
| South Atlanta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,521 | $200 | $4,628 |
| South Atlanta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,642 | $750 | $6,582 |
| South Atlanta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,999 | $890 | $10,000+ |
| South Atlanta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,374 | $999 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 138 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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Cheapest Available South Atlanta Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Atlanta area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Greene Apartments priced from $500. Manor III Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable South Atlanta apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Greene Apartments | 1 BDRM | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
| Manor III Apartments | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Preserve at Camp Creek | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Blue Sky Landing | The Breeze | 2BR,2BA | $784 |
| Ashley Collegetown | The Allegro | 1BR,1BA | $788 |
| Adair Court Adult 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Regency Park Apartments | E1 | Studio,1BA | $888 |
| Waters Edge Apartments | Elite Remodeled 1 Bed - New Cabinets | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Hills at Greenbriar | 1 Bed 1 Bath 660sf A | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Polaris at East Point | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Atlanta, GA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Atlanta area is the $0.92 price per square foot 1355 Lucile Ave SW Model at 1355 Lucile Ave SW, Unit Unit 1 in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value South Atlanta apartment is the 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath Model at Wagon Works Apartments starting at $1,258 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Centre Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Atlanta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1355 Lucile Ave SW, Unit Unit 1 | 1355 Lucile Ave SW | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.92 |
| Wagon Works Apartments | 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| Retreat at Greenbriar | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.92 |
| Greenbriar Commons | The Ellington - 3/2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.90 |
| Broadway Townhomes | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| Pavilion Place | The Valley | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Stonetree | One Bedroom Townhouse | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| 4880 Hale Rd, Unit A | 4880 Hale Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Sheraton House Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Manor III Apartments | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Atlanta Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Atlanta?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Atlanta is at Heritage Greene Apartments listed at $600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Atlanta Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Atlanta Apartment is $500 at Heritage Greene Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Atlanta Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Atlanta is starting from $750 at Heritage Greene Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Atlanta Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Atlanta Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Park at Galaway and starts from $1,100.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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Written by: Brandie Parton
As a member of the Apartment Home Living team, I am honored to share all I know about the fabulous city that I affectionately call ATL.

Commute Less, Live More: Top Neighborhoods Near Atlanta's Biggest Companies
Written by: Brandie Parton
Hi there, I am Brandie Parton, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Atlanta, GA. I love this bustling city that never seems to quit, rest, or become boring.

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