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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 Elite At Lakeview priced from $750. Hills at Greenbriar has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable South Atlanta apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elite At LakeviewStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$750
Hills at Greenbriar1 Bed 1 Bath 660sf A1BR,1BA$799
Retreat at GreenbriarStudio - R2Studio,1BA$800
Chez Moi ApartmentsFlat1BR,1BA$835
Castleton Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$835
The Villages of Castleberry I&IIThe Alder1BR,1BA$841
Heritage Greene ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$857
Embarcadero Club ApartmentsThe Montalvo 1x11BR,1BA$873
CENTRAL PARK APARTMENTS1x11BR,1BA$899
Reserve at Maple RidgeCedar | 1B1B Apt1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Atlanta, GA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Atlanta area is the $1.08 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at WestPoint Creek Townhomes in the in the Jamestown neighborhood starting from $1,311. The second greatest value South Atlanta apartment is the Classic Two Bedroom Model at Bolden Heights starting at $1,295 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Greenbriar 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.
WestPoint Creek Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.08
Bolden HeightsClassic Two Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.07
StonetreeTwo Bedroom Townhouse A2BR,1.5BA$1.07
The Oaks at Summerview2x12BR,1BA$1.09
Polaris at Camp Creek2B1.5B2BR,1.5BA$1.05
Bolden Courts Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.10
Harmony Plaza Apartments2x2R2BR,2BA$1.05
Nirvana At Glenrose1 Bed 1 Bath Platinum1BR,1BA$1.09
Regal Heights2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.09
CENTRAL PARK APARTMENTS1x11BR,1BA$1.07

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Atlanta

What type of rentals are currently available in South Atlanta?

There are currently 718 Apartments for Rent in South Atlanta, GA with pricing that ranges from $200 to $9,796. There are also 724 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Atlanta ranging from $575 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Atlanta?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Atlanta ranges from $575 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,245.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Atlanta?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Atlanta range from $1,100 to $8,810, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,300.

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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