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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Decatur, GA

Pricing Updated: 09/13/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Decatur, GA area range in price from $450 to $13,500 with an overall median price of $3,794. The three Decatur neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Panthersville at $450, Kensington at $875, and Medlock Park at $1,650. 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$2,172$45046
Kensington$2,295$87544
Medlock Park$2,525$1,65016
Greater Valley Brook$2,695$70035
Scottdale$2,850$70036
Candler McAfee$3,100$45077
Belvedere Park$3,200$875136
Glennwood$3,699$1,3258
North Decatur$4,750$700105
Great Lakes$5,500$1,32523

Cheapest Available Decatur Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Decatur, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Silver Oak Apartments in the Wynsley Park neighborhood priced from $768. The Park at Carrigan in the South DeKalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Decatur apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Silver Oak ApartmentsBirch1BR,1BA$768
The Park at Carrigan1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$825
Reserve at Stone CreekAmethyst1BR,1BA$877
Belle Vista ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$893
East Perimeter Pointe ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$897
Candler Village1x11BR,1BA$899
Valleyfield Apartments1A1BR,1BA$900
Ashberry1x11BR,1BA$900
Ashgrove Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$900
The Park at StonehavenGold Upgrade1BR,1BA$905

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Decatur, GA

As of September 13, 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
Linden Ridge2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes3x23BR,2BA$0.98
Campus Crossings Briarcliff3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom C13BR,3BA$0.78
Orchard Walk2 Bedroom One and a Half Bathroom Townhome-60%2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Mirador at IdlewoodThe Santa Cruz2BR,2BA$1.01
The Woodridge Apartment HomesB12BR,2BA$0.89
The Quarry2BR/2BA Medium2BR,2BA$1.05
Kislev Golden Gate2/1.5 - Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.89

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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 The Reserve Apartment Homes listed at $915.

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 $910 at The Clara.

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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