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The Clarion Apartments
10 Rimington LnDecatur, GA 30030
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Decatur Neighborhood of Decatur, GA from $500 (36 Rentals)
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2853 Belvedere Ln
DecaturGA30032
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1602 Line Cir, Unit 1602 Line Cir - Unit 3
1602 Line CirDecatur, GA 30032
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Jackson Square
455 Dekalb Industrial WayDecatur, GA 30030
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The Link at Columbia Senior Residences
515 E Freeman StDecatur, GA 30030
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The Pines on Scott
927 Scott BlvdDecatur, GA 30030
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The Avenues of North Decatur
645 DeKalb Industrial WayDecatur, GA 30033
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Avondale Station Apartments
703 Twin Oaks DrDecatur, GA 30030
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Aventura Decatur
100 Grayson PlDecatur, GA 30030
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The Jade at Avondale
2740 E College AveDecatur, GA 30030
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Notion
125 N Arcadia AveDecatur, GA 30030
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The Orleans of Decatur
2676 Milscott DrDecatur, GA 30033
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Valley Brook Crossing Apartments
777 Valley Brook RdDecatur, GA 30033
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Columbia Senior Residences at Forrest Hills
1004 Columbia DrDecatur, GA 30030
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1443 Oxford Rd NE
AtlantaGA30307
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Element at Kirkwood
2035 Memorial Dr SEAtlanta, GA 30317
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Downtown Decatur, Decatur, GA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Decatur?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Decatur Studio Apartments | $1,562 | $1,314 | $2,508 |
| Downtown Decatur 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $943 | $4,901 |
| Downtown Decatur 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,132 | $758 | $6,703 |
| Downtown Decatur 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,683 | $830 | $8,335 |
| Downtown Decatur 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,764 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Decatur Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Decatur area of Atlanta, GA is a 2 Beds unit found at Gateway at Cedar Brook priced from $1,127. Arbors of East Atlanta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Downtown Decatur apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway at Cedar Brook | The Emory | 2BR,1BA | $1,127 |
| Arbors of East Atlanta | 2 bed 1 bath C | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Jackson Square | The Burns | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Park Summit | The Ponce (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,171 |
| The Link at Columbia Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,174 |
| Paces Park | The Grant | 1BR,1BA | $1,211 |
| Commons of East Lake | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| The Pines on Scott | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| The Clarion Apartments | The Phillips | 1BR,1BA | $1,323 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Decatur, GA
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Decatur area is the $1.47 price per square foot B2T-Riddick Model at Gables Montclair in the in the Toco Hills neighborhood starting from $2,244. The second greatest value Downtown Decatur apartment is the C1 Model at Canopy East Lake Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Decatur apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Gables Montclair | B2T-Riddick | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Canopy East Lake Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Gateway at Cedar Brook | The Clairmont Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Clairmont Reserve Apartment Homes | The Clairmont | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Avondale Station Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Arbors of East Atlanta | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1602 Line Cir, Unit 1602 Line Cir - Unit 3 | 1602 Line Cir | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Pines on Scott | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| The Link at Columbia Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Jackson Square | The Burns | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Eastern Atlanta, GA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Downtown Decatur Neighborhood in Decatur, GA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Downtown Decatur Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Decatur?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Decatur is under $1,323.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Decatur?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Decatur is Jackson Square which is listed at $1,155, while the average apartment in Downtown Decatur costs $30,512.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Decatur?
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 63 regular apartments in Downtown Decatur 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 Downtown Decatur?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Decatur have an average cost of $503 which is $30,009 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Decatur.
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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