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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Decatur, GA

Pricing Updated: 03/15/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Decatur, GA area range in price from $385 to $7,500 with an overall median price of $3,193. The three Decatur neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Candler McAfee at $490, Panthersville at $490, and Glennwood at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Decatur Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Candler McAfee$2,274$49084
Panthersville$2,422$49044
Glennwood$2,800$8505
Greater Valley Brook$2,845$77514
Avondale Park$2,850$1,00032
Medlock Park$2,975$85011
Belvedere Park$3,250$385130
Scottdale$3,347$75017
Great Lakes$3,495$85013
Kensington$3,849$65048

Cheapest Available Decatur Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Decatur, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Clara in the Wynsley Park neighborhood priced from $768. Oak Creek Apartments in the South DeKalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Decatur apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The ClaraBlaze1BR,1BA$768
Oak Creek ApartmentsClassic Studio Unit1BR,1BA$800
East Perimeter Pointe ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$845
Reserve at Stone CreekAmethyst1BR,1BA$860
Covington GlenMaple1BR,1BA$887
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$890
Ashgrove Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$900
Valleyfield Apartments1A1BR,1BA$900
The Park at Carrigan2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Silver2BR,2BA$900
The ReserveS1Studio,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Decatur, GA

As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Decatur area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2162 Heritage Heights Model at 2162 Heritage Heights, Unit Heritage Heights in the in the Toco Hills neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Decatur apartment is the 3 Bedroom Two and a Half Bathroom Townhome-60% Model at Orchard Walk starting at $1,534 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the South DeKalb neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Decatur apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2162 Heritage Heights, Unit Heritage Heights2162 Heritage Heights2BR,1BA$1.07
Orchard Walk3 Bedroom Two and a Half Bathroom Townhome-60%3BR,2.5BA$1.01
Linden Ridge2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.96
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes3x23BR,2BA$0.99
The Hills at Fairington2 BR TH2BR,2BA$0.75
Campus Crossings Briarcliff3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom C13BR,3BA$0.78
Wesley Club2x2TH2BR,2BA$1.08
Parc 1000 Apartment HomesElmwood2BR,1.5BA$0.91
Quarry2x2M2BR,2BA$1.05
Polo Club Apartments2x1 The Berkshire2BR,1BA$1.04

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Decatur Overview

Decatur, Georgia, is a thriving city that’s able to maintain its small-town feel. With an incredibly strong school district and plenty of green spaces, it’s an ideal location for families. Renting apartments in Decatur is a great way to get settled in the area whether you’re looking to purchase a home in the future or not.

Why live in Decatur, GA?

Decatur is a great location for anyone who works in Atlanta but prefers a more laid-back lifestyle. It’s especially nice for families, featuring plenty of parks and other family-friendly fun. It allows you to have the feeling of living in a small town without the inconvenience of living in a rural area where you might have to drive 20 minutes to get to the grocery store. It’s also relatively easy to find affordable housing, especially when you consider its proximity to a large city.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Decatur Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Decatur?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Decatur is at Oak Creek Apartments listed at $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Decatur Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Decatur Apartment is $768 at The Clara.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Decatur Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Decatur is starting from $900 at The Park at Carrigan.

What is the most affordable Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Clara and starts from $1,049.

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