Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Decatur Neighborhood of Decatur, GA from $800 (17 Rentals)

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Downtown Decatur, Decatur, GA Local Guide

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 Gateway at Cedar Brook priced from $1,054. Park Summit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,073. Here are the most affordable Downtown Decatur apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gateway at Cedar BrookThe Townes Renovated1BR,1BA$1,054
Park SummitThe Decatur (S1)Studio,1BA$1,073
Element at KirkwoodA11BR,1BA$1,199
Arbors of East Atlanta2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,225
Paces ParkThe Inman1BR,1BA$1,232

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Decatur, GA

As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Decatur area is the $1.63 price per square foot Manning Model at Towns on Church in the in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood starting from $2,885. The second greatest value Downtown Decatur apartment is the The Ansley Model at Paces Park starting at $2,356 with a $1.66 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Towns on ChurchManning3BR,3.5BA$1.63
Paces ParkThe Ansley3BR,2BA$1.66
The Orleans of DecaturEsplande3BR,2BA$1.54
1377 Scott Blvd, Unit B1377 Scott Blvd2BR,1BA$1.27
Valley Brook Crossing Apartments2 Bed, 2.00 Bath2BR,2BA$1.43
Arbors of East Atlanta2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.44
Avondale Station Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1.48
The Avenues of North DecaturThe Berkley1BR,1BA$1.58
The Pines on Scott2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.54
Gateway at Cedar BrookThe Townes Renovated1BR,1BA$1.41

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Decatur, Decatur, GA

Ranked #8

Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Decatur

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Decatur?

There are currently 160 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Decatur, GA with pricing that ranges from $825 to $16,926. There are also 115 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Decatur ranging from $800 to $9,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Decatur?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Decatur ranges from $800 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,044.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Decatur?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Decatur range from $830 to $12,026, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,675 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,725.

Expert Rental Resources

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