450 Medlock Rd
DecaturGA30030
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Great Lakes Neighborhood of Decatur, GA from $700 (19 Rentals)
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The Pines on Scott
927 Scott BlvdDecatur, GA 30030
709 Scott Blvd, Unit C
709 Scott Blvd
DecaturGA30030
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Gables Montclair
100 Ladson CtDecatur, GA 30033
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Arlo Decatur Apartments
245 E Trinity PlDecatur, GA 30030
2439 Oakley Ter
DecaturGA30032
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1133 on the Square
133 Commerce DrDecatur, GA 30030
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Resia Willows Apartments
4151 Memorial DrDecatur, GA 30032
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717 Scott Blvd, Unit 717 Scott Blvd Unit #A
717 Scott BlvdDecatur, GA 30030
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132 Huron St
DecaturGA30030
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Calibre Woods
2075 Lavista Rd NEAtlanta, GA 30329
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MAA Briarcliff
500 Briarvista WayAtlanta, GA 30329
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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 | $2,378 | $1,433 | $4,698 |
| Great Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,185 | $4,951 |
| Great Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,245 | $758 | $6,441 |
| Great Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,005 | $930 | $8,335 |
| Great Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,695 | $3,695 | $3,695 |
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There are currently 19 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 Studio unit found at 430 Ponce priced from $1,125. Calibre Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,170. Here are the most affordable Great Lakes apartments for rent in Decatur, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 430 Ponce | 430-08 | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Calibre Woods | Hampton Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| The Pines on Scott | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| 449 E. Ponce | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Ponce Properties | 08 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Great Lakes, GA
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Great Lakes area is the $1.53 price per square foot 717 Scott Blvd Model at 717 Scott Blvd, Unit 717 Scott Blvd Unit #A in the in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Great Lakes apartment is the Jet Model at Abberly Onyx Apartment Homes starting at $2,377 with a $2.49 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 717 Scott Blvd, Unit 717 Scott Blvd Unit #A | 717 Scott Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Abberly Onyx Apartment Homes | Jet | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| 466 Burlington Rd NE, Unit A | 466 Burlington Rd NE | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Apartments at President Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Avery Glen Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Avery Glen | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Gables Montclair | A1-York | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Pines on Scott | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Calibre Woods | Hampton Classic II | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Resia Willows Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGreat Lakes, Decatur, GA
Ranked #20
Among neighborhoods in Decatur, GA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Great Lakes Neighborhood in Decatur, GA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 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 $1,505.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Great Lakes?
The cheapest apartment in Great Lakes is Calibre Woods which is listed at $1,170, while the average apartment in Great Lakes costs $3,695.
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 88 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 $1,098 which is $2,597 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Great Lakes.
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