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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Decatur, GA

Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Decatur, GA area range in price from $500 to $22,000 with an overall median price of $6,407. The three Decatur neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Panthersville at $500, Candler McAfee at $1,250, and Greater Valley Brook at $1,150. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Decatur Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Panthersville$2,027$50029
Candler McAfee$2,400$1,25060
Greater Valley Brook$2,647$1,15035
Chelsea Heights$2,895$1,9953
Medlock Park$2,897$1,40727
Kensington$3,850$1,15030
Great Lakes$4,172$1,50025
Avondale Park$8,500$1,50031
Belvedere Park$8,500$999120
Glennwood$8,500$1,40713

Cheapest Available Decatur Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Decatur, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valleyfield Apartments in the South DeKalb neighborhood priced from $799. Redan Village in the South DeKalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Decatur apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valleyfield Apartments1A1BR,1BA$799
Redan Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$799
East Perimeter Pointe ApartmentsA6 - A91BR,1BA$851
Oak Creek ApartmentsClassic Studio UnitStudio,1BA$859
The Park at Carrigan1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$859
The Park at Stonehaven1Bed/1Bath Silver1BR,1BA$875
Ashgrove Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$900
Brentwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
Reserve at Stone CreekAmethyst1BR,1BA$905
Villas At Panthersville Apartment Homes*1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Decatur, GA

As of July 29, 2025 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 Marigold Model at Parc 1000 Apartment Homes starting at $1,340 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Decatur Heights 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
Parc 1000 Apartment HomesMarigold3BR,2BA$0.89
Orchard Walk3 Bedroom Two Bathroom-60%3BR,2BA$0.95
Linden Ridge2 Bedroom Garden2BR,2BA$0.99
Mirador at IdlewoodThe Santa Cruz2BR,2BA$0.98
The Quarry2BR/2BA Medium2BR,2BA$1.05
Candler Forrest Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.97
The Hills at Fairington1 BR1BR,1BA$1.00
Reserve at Twin OaksFillmore1BR,1BA$1.03
The Woodridge Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.03

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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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Getting Around Decatur, GA

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

18 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $859.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Decatur Apartment is $799 at Valleyfield Apartments.

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 $950 at Willow Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodside Village and starts from $1,250.

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