
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $700 (12 Rentals)
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Southwest Atlanta, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Atlanta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Atlanta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,209 | $899 | $1,487 |
| Southwest Atlanta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $999 | $1,678 |
| Southwest Atlanta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,225 | $1,934 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Atlanta Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Atlanta area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hills at Greenbriar priced from $899. Regal Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Southwest Atlanta apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hills at Greenbriar | 1 Bed 1 Bath 660sf A | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Regal Heights | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Woodland at Cascade | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Park at Castleton | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cascade Oaks Apartments | 2/1 - Retreat Collection | 2BR,1BA | $1,049 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Atlanta, GA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Atlanta area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Bridges at Landrum in the in the Harmony Heights neighborhood starting from $1,327. The second greatest value Southwest Atlanta apartment is the B2 - 2Bed|1.5Bath Model at Reserve At Birch Creek starting at $1,140 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Greenbriar neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Atlanta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridges at Landrum | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Reserve At Birch Creek | B2 - 2Bed|1.5Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Westwood Glen | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Canopy West Apartments | **Renovated **1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Greens at Cascade Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Woodland at Cascade | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Cascade Oaks Apartments | 2/1 - Retreat Collection | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Park at Castleton | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Regal Heights | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Hills at Greenbriar | 1 Bed 1 Bath 660sf A | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Atlanta Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Atlanta?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Atlanta is Hills at Greenbriar which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Southwest Atlanta costs $1,472.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 40 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest Atlanta?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Atlanta have an average cost of $471 which is $1,001 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Atlanta.
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