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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 (22 Rentals)
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The Pines on Scott
927 Scott BlvdDecatur, GA 30030
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Jackson Square
455 Dekalb Industrial WayDecatur, GA 30030
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The Link at Decatur East
515 E Freeman StDecatur, GA 30030
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The Avenues of North Decatur
645 DeKalb Industrial WayDecatur, GA 30033
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Columbia Senior Residences at Forrest Hills
1004 Columbia DrDecatur, GA 30030
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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 | $1,610 | $1,325 | $2,455 |
| Downtown Decatur 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $959 | $4,629 |
| Downtown Decatur 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,160 | $758 | $6,703 |
| Downtown Decatur 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,678 | $925 | $8,335 |
| Downtown Decatur 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,907 | $8,245 | $9,569 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Decatur Neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Jackson Square priced from $1,125. 430 Ponce has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Downtown Decatur apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Square | The Burns | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| 430 Ponce | 430-08 | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Link at Decatur East | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,174 |
| The Clarion Apartments | The Phillips | 1BR,1BA | $1,234 |
| Arbors of East Atlanta | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Decatur, GA
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Decatur area is the $1.60 price per square foot Hillmont Model at Henley Avondale in the in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood starting from $3,375. The second greatest value Downtown Decatur apartment is the Manning Model at Towns on Church starting at $2,835 with a $1.61 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henley Avondale | Hillmont | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.60 |
| Towns on Church | Manning | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.61 |
| Gables Montclair | B2T-Riddick | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| Gateway at Cedar Brook | The Briarcliff Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Clairmont Reserve Apartment Homes | The Emory | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Avondale Station Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The Avenues of North Decatur | The Berkley | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Valley Brook Crossing Apartments | 1 Bed, 1.00 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Link at Decatur East | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Jackson Square | The Burns | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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 $1,349.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Decatur?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Decatur is Jackson Square which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in Downtown Decatur costs $26,993.
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 58 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 $483 which is $26,510 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Decatur.
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