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

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property at 4148 Brenda Dr

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5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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4148 Brenda Dr

DecaturGA30035

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 660 Antietam Dr

$750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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660 Antietam Dr

Stone MountainGA30087

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

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Cheapest Available DeKalb County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in DeKalb County, GA is a Studio unit found at Redan Village in the South DeKalb neighborhood priced from $749. The Clara in the Wynsley Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable DeKalb County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Redan VillageStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$749
The ClaraBright1BR,1BA$775
Willow Creek Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$795
Valleyfield Apartments1A1BR,1BA$799
Golden Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$820
Reserve at Stone CreekAmethyst1BR,1BA$823
Woodcrest VillageThe Birch 1BR,1BA$825
East Ponce VillageOak1BR,1BA$845
The Park at Greatstone1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$850
The Park At East Ponce ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$862

Best Value Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, GA

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the DeKalb County area is the $0.84 price per square foot 1484 Cedar Heights Dr Model at 1484 Cedar Heights Dr, Unit Whole House in the in the Wynsley Park neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value DeKalb County apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Willow Lake starting at $1,444 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southeast DeKalb neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for DeKalb County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1484 Cedar Heights Dr, Unit Whole House1484 Cedar Heights Dr4BR,3BA$0.84
Willow Lake3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.00
Linden Ridge2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.92
The Groves LithoniaC33BR,2BA$0.96
The Park at StonehavenGold Deluxe Upgrade2BR,2BA$1.04
The Abernathy ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$0.89
Flourish ParkElmwood2BR,1.5BA$0.91
The Quarry75qu2212BR,2BA$1.05
Ashberry2x1.52BR,1.5BA$0.94
The Park At East Ponce ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$0.98

Frequently Asked Questions about DeKalb County

What type of rentals are currently available in DeKalb County?

There are currently 941 Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, GA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $19,658. There are also 1214 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in DeKalb County ranging from $375 to $16,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in DeKalb County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in DeKalb County ranges from $375 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,527.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in DeKalb County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in DeKalb County range from $830 to $12,044, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $565 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,575 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,590.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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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.