Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $500 (25 Rentals)

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ZD Townhomes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

ZD Townhomes

2959 Forrest Hills Dr SWAtlanta, GA 30315
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Betmar Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Betmar Village

345 Ashwood Ave SWAtlanta, GA 30315
Senior Living
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Crogman School Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crogman School Lofts

1093 SW West AveAtlanta, GA 30315
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1054 Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

1054 Ridge

1054 Ridge Ave SWAtlanta, GA 30315

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Columbia Blackshear
1 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia Blackshear

14 Meldon AveAtlanta, GA 30315
Senior Living
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Columbia High Point
1 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia High Point

220 SW Bowen CirAtlanta, GA 30315
Senior Living
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Veranda at Carver
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Veranda at Carver

217 SW Thirkield AveAtlanta, GA 30315
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445 Cleveland
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

445 Cleveland

445 Cleveland Ave SEAtlanta, GA 30354

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The Preserve on Conley
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Preserve on Conley

4233 Jonesboro RdForest Park, GA 30297
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Southeast Atlanta, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Atlanta Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Atlanta area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Manor III Apartments priced from $900. Pavilion Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Southeast Atlanta apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manor III ApartmentsThe Birch1BR,1BA$900
Pavilion PlaceIvy2BR,1BA$950
Chez Moi ApartmentsFlat1BR,1BA$985
Crogman School LoftsMonet1BR,1BA$985
55 Milton1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$992

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Atlanta, GA

As of November 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Atlanta area is the $1.22 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Columbia Peoplestown in the in the Grant Park neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Southeast Atlanta apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Towne at Lakewood Heights starting at $1,365 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Ormewood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Atlanta apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Columbia Peoplestown2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.22
Towne at Lakewood Heights2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.30
Springview ApartmentsSpringview Apartments: 2 Bedroom & 2 Bath Apart...2BR,2BA$1.10
Pavilion PlaceIvy2BR,1BA$0.93
Summerdale Apartments! Welcome HomeSummerdale Apts: 2 Bedroom & 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$1.32
Colonial Square2 Bed / 1.5 Bath - 60%2BR,1.5BA$1.24
445 ClevelandPonce2BR,1BA$1.18
2600 Old Hapeville Rd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.33
Manor III ApartmentsThe Birch1BR,1BA$1.20
Chez Moi ApartmentsFlat1BR,1BA$1.31

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Atlanta

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southeast Atlanta, Atlanta, GA

Ranked #280

Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Southeast Atlanta Neighborhood in Atlanta, GA

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Atlanta Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Southeast Atlanta?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast Atlanta is under $1,174.

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

The cheapest apartment in Southeast Atlanta is Manor III Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Southeast Atlanta costs $1,777.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast 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 72 regular apartments in Southeast 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 Southeast Atlanta?

Cheap apartments in Southeast Atlanta have an average cost of $433 which is $1,344 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast 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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.