
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Atlanta, LA from $300 (43 Rentals)
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Heights Ruston

Chaparral Apartments

Royal Crest Apartments

500 North

Tanglewood Apartments

Pine Highland West Apartments

Parkchester Apartments
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Charleston Square Apartments

Hermitage Apartments

Walden Apartment Homes

Fort Polk

Arbor Hill Senior Apartments

Beau Terre

Pecan Grove

Nottingham Apartments
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The Melrose Apartments

Bayou Oaks

Sycamore Point Apartment Homes

Shadow Creek

Pine Highland Apartments

The Quad

Rosewood

Global Ruston
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Siegel Select Alexandria

347 Watson Rd

18 Alpha St

182 Clements Rd

2434 Elliott St

609 18th St

1000 Sybil Dr

The Sanctuary at Alexandria
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The Sanctuary on Enterprise

229 Lilac St

593 Moreland St

309 E Texas Ave

2113 Meadowview Cir

Rapides Homes

Riverbend

213 Penny Ln
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207 Belview Rd

301 Penny Ln

103 Holly St
Atlanta, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Atlanta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Studio Apartments | $909 | $604 | $1,473 |
| Atlanta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $310 | $2,040 |
| Atlanta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $655 | $2,295 |
| Atlanta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $554 | $2,750 |
| Atlanta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $485 | $3,355 |
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Cheapest Available Atlanta Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Atlanta, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Peaks of Ruston - Senior living priced from $310. Heights Ruston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $485. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Atlanta apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peaks of Ruston - Senior living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $310 |
| Heights Ruston | D3 | 4BR,2BA | $485 |
| Chaparral Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $604 |
| 500 North | The Cane River HC Accessible (1BR) | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Royal Crest Apartments | 2 Bedroom 650 SqFt | 2BR,1BA | $675 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Fort Polk | Dogwood Terrace Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Arbor Hill Senior Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $882 |
| Pecan Grove | The Sassafras | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Nottingham Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atlanta, LA and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Atlanta area is the $0.94 price per square foot Dogwood Terrace 4BR Model at Fort Polk in the starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Atlanta apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Preserve at Tech starting at $702 with a $0.52 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Atlanta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Polk | Dogwood Terrace 4BR | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.94 |
| The Preserve at Tech | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.52 |
| Sycamore Point Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.80 |
| Beau Terre | 2x2 Up | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Bayou Oaks | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.87 |
| Arbor Hill Senior Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Peaks of Ruston - Senior living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
| Royal Crest Apartments | 2 Bedroom 650 SqFt | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 500 North | The Cane River HC Accessible (1BR) | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Atlanta Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Atlanta?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Atlanta is at Chaparral Apartments listed at $604.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Atlanta Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Atlanta Apartment is $310 at Peaks of Ruston - Senior living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Atlanta Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Atlanta is starting from $675 at Royal Crest Apartments.
What is the most affordable Atlanta Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Atlanta Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 500 North and starts from $900.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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