
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Lake Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $695 (44 Rentals)


615 Oliver St NW

Hollywood Shawnee Apartments

Adair Court Adult 55+

Ashby Park Apartments

The Villages of Castleberry I&II

224 Andrew J Hairston PL NW

164 Chicamauga Ave SW, Unit Room with Shared Bathroom
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Villas of Hope Apartments

Residences at Westview

Parkside

Mallory

1295 West Apartments

Heritage Pointe

Ashley Scholars Landing I

Westview Lofts
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Oglethorpe Place

The Vine at Ashley Scholars Landing

City Line Flats

San Pedro Property

2129 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW

Ashley West End

1016 Lofts
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M Street

Porter Westside

935M by ARIUM

UNITY PLACE

Bolden Cove

Veranda at Collegetown - 62+ SENIOR COMMUNITY

Veranda at Scholars Landing

Columbia Canopy at Grove Park
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Fairway Court Apartments

Hamilton Hills

Park Commons Apartments -Senior Living

Collier Heights Apartments

Oasis at Scholars Landing

Gardens at Washington Park 1

Wren's Nest Apartments

Crystal at Hamilton
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Quest Commons West

Westpoint View

Cottonwood Westside

Columbia Grove
West Lake, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Lake Studio Apartments | $1,651 | $800 | $3,380 |
West Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,894 | $695 | $4,410 |
| West Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,432 | $875 | $7,300 |
| West Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,977 | $875 | $4,627 |
| West Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $769 | $2,175 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Lake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Lake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Lake is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Lake?
The cheapest apartment in West Lake is Adair Court Adult 55+ which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in West Lake costs $1,985.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Lake?
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 129 regular apartments in West Lake 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 West Lake?
Cheap apartments in West Lake have an average cost of $764 which is $1,221 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Lake.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!