Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Decatur Neighborhood of Decatur, GA from $800 (20 Rentals)

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1896 Ridgewood Dr NE, Unit 5

1896 Ridgewood Dr NE
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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 Golden Apartments priced from $820. Element at Kirkwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Downtown Decatur apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Golden Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$820
Element at KirkwoodA11BR,1BA$999
Gateway at Cedar BrookThe Emory2BR,1BA$1,009
Park SummitThe Decatur (S1)Studio,1BA$1,044
The Pines on Scott1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,149

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Decatur, GA

As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Decatur area is the $1.62 price per square foot Esplande Model at The Orleans of Decatur in the in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood starting from $2,107. The second greatest value Downtown Decatur apartment is the 139 E Hill St Model at 139 E Hill St, Unit 42 starting at $1,695 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.
The Orleans of DecaturEsplande3BR,2BA$1.62
139 E Hill St, Unit 42139 E Hill St2BR,1.5BA$1.66
Enclave Oakhurst Village2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 349482BR,1BA$1.50
Element at KirkwoodB12BR,1BA$1.44
Avondale Station Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1.53
The Avenues of North DecaturThe Berkley1BR,1BA$1.58
Valley Brook Crossing Apartments1 Bed, 1.00 Bath1BR,1BA$1.64
Gateway at Cedar BrookThe Townes Renovated1BR,1BA$1.44
The Pines on Scott1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.54
Golden Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.26

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Downtown Decatur, Decatur, GA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Decatur

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Decatur?

There are currently 156 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Decatur, GA with pricing that ranges from $825 to $12,044. There are also 123 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 $3,197.

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 $12,044, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $8,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,495.

Expert Rental Resources

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