
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Great Lakes Neighborhood of Decatur, GA from $800 (25 Rentals)
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1 Rainbow Dr

1 Rainbow Dr

1 Rainbow Dr

1411 Clairmont Rd

1411 Clairmont Rd
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The Pines on Scott

230 E Ponce de Leon Ave, Unit 104

Arlo Decatur Apartments

Abberly Onyx Apartment Homes

Avery Glen

Gables Montclair
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1400 Church St, Unit K

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1133 on the Square

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1377 Scott Blvd, Unit B, Unit B

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Cortland on Ponce

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Park at Westchester
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430 Ponce

449 E. Ponce

155-163 Ponce de Leon Ct

Camellia Decatur

132 Huron St

Amberidge Apartments
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451 Durand Dr NE, Unit 1
Great Lakes, Decatur, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Great Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Lakes Studio Apartments | $1,831 | $1,574 | $2,784 |
| Great Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,101 | $1,195 | $6,058 |
| Great Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $825 | $6,654 |
| Great Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,980 | $830 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Great Lakes Neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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Cheapest Available Great Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Great Lakes area of Decatur, GA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Pines on Scott priced from $1,299. Arlo Decatur Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,512. Here are the most affordable Great Lakes apartments for rent in Decatur, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pines on Scott | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Arlo Decatur Apartments | E1 - MCKOY | Studio,1BA | $1,512 |
| Abberly Onyx Apartment Homes | Agate | Studio,1BA | $1,574 |
| Gables Montclair | A1-York | 1BR,1BA | $1,598 |
| The Apartments at President Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Great Lakes, GA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Great Lakes area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1377 Scott Blvd Model at 1377 Scott Blvd, Unit B in the in the Toco Hills neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Great Lakes apartment is the B05 Model at Modera Decatur starting at $2,883 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Great Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1377 Scott Blvd, Unit B | 1377 Scott Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Modera Decatur | B05 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.26 |
| Cortland on Ponce | Inman Park | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| The Apartments at President Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| The Pines on Scott | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Gables Montclair | A1-York | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| AMLI Decatur | Candler (A2) | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 1133 on the Square | SB Sycamore | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| Abberly Onyx Apartment Homes | Agate | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
| Arlo Decatur Apartments | E1 - MCKOY | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Great Lakes Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Great Lakes?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Great Lakes is under $2,767.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Great Lakes?
The cheapest apartment in Great Lakes is Gables Montclair which is listed at $1,591, while the average apartment in Great Lakes costs $2,986.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Great Lakes?
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 59 regular apartments in Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes?
Cheap apartments in Great Lakes have an average cost of $975 which is $2,011 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Great Lakes.
Expert Rental Resources
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