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

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Resia Willows
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$1,329 - $2,633
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$1,329 - $2,633
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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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Creekview Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Creekview Court

437 Creekview CtScottdale, GA 30079
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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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 1 Bed unit found at Redan Village priced from $799. Oak Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Decatur, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Redan Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$799
Oak Creek ApartmentsClassic Studio UnitStudio,1BA$800
Avondale VillageBirch1BR,1BA$900
Brentwood Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$945
Forty15 ApartmentsThe Dogwood2BR,1BA$950
The Retreat at Madison Place1BR 1BA Garden 60%1BR,1BA$999
Kenridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,099
Avondale Place ApartmentsClassic2BR,2BA$1,099
Langley Place1x1 R1BR,1BA$1,099
Icon Avondale Apartments2 BEDROOM 1 BATHROOM (PHASE I)2BR,1BA$1,102

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, GA

As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes in the in the South DeKalb neighborhood starting from $1,380. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 3X2 C1R Model at The Slate starting at $1,800 with a $1.31 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.
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes3x23BR,2BA$0.99
The Slate3X2 C1R3BR,2BA$1.31
Avondale Townhomes3x1.53BR,1.5BA$1.15
Sunrise ViewThree-Bedroom Unit3BR,2BA$1.36
3681 Pavilion Pointe2 Bed | 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.27
Park Estates2x22BR,2BA$1.14
Avondale Place ApartmentsPremium2BR,2BA$1.33
Forty15 ApartmentsThe Flowering Pink Dogwood2BR,1BA$1.17
Brentwood Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.08
The Retreat at Madison Place1BR 1BA Garden 60%1BR,1BA$1.43

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Kensington, Decatur, GA

Ranked #23

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

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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 $2,787.

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 118 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 $809 which is $1,978 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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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.