Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Decatur, GA from $500 (45 Rentals)

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Resia Willows
$1,408 - $3,233
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Resia Willows

4151 Memorial DrDecatur, GA 30032
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Brittany Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brittany Place

3246 Covington DrDecatur, GA 30032
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Skye at Eastlake
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Skye at Eastlake

3900 Memorial DrDecatur, GA 30032
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Sky at Eastlake 2
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sky at Eastlake 2

3626 Midway RdDecatur, GA 30032
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$1,295

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3227 Tulip Dr

DecaturGA30032
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Creekview Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Creekview Court

437 Creekview CtScottdale, GA 30079
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Kensington, Decatur, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of Decatur, GA is a Studio unit found at Redan Village priced from $749. Avondale Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Decatur, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Redan VillageStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$749
Avondale VillageBirch1BR,1BA$900
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$915
Brentwood Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$945
Cobbs Creek Apartments1 Bed, 1Bath1BR,1BA$950
The Retreat at Madison Place1BR 1BA Garden 60%1BR,1BA$999
Oak Creek ApartmentsClassic Large 2Br / 1 Bath Unit2BR,1BA$1,000
RidgewoodOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1,020
Kenridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,099
Forty15 ApartmentsThe Flowering Pink Dogwood2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, GA

As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.36 price per square foot Three-Bedroom Unit Model at Sunrise View in the in the South DeKalb neighborhood starting from $1,562. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 2 Bed | 1 Bath Model at 3681 Pavilion Pointe starting at $1,350 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the South DeKalb neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sunrise ViewThree-Bedroom Unit3BR,2BA$1.36
3681 Pavilion Pointe2 Bed | 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.27
The Slate at Decatur Apartments2x2 1FL2BR,2BA$1.31
Avondale Townhomes2x12BR,1.5BA$1.13
Park EstatesA12BR,2BA$1.14
Oak Creek ApartmentsLarge 2Br Open Floorplan2BR,1BA$1.19
Avondale Place ApartmentsPremium2BR,2BA$1.33
Forty15 ApartmentsThe Flowering Pink Dogwood2BR,1BA$1.17
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$1.01
Brentwood Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.08

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kensington?

The cheapest apartment in Kensington is Redan Village which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Kensington costs $1,850.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kensington?

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 108 regular apartments in Kensington 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 Kensington?

Cheap apartments in Kensington have an average cost of $843 which is $1,007 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kensington.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.