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Cheapest Available DeKalb County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in DeKalb County, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Clara in the Wynsley Park neighborhood priced from $768. Reserve at Stone Creek in the South DeKalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable DeKalb County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The ClaraBlaze1BR,1BA$768
Reserve at Stone CreekAmethyst1BR,1BA$799
Redan Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$799
Oak Creek ApartmentsClassic Studio Unit1BR,1BA$800
The Park at Greatstone1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
Chapel Creek1BR 1BA 658 SQ FT1BR,1BA$831
Hampton Hall | Comfort, Convenience, & Community – All In One1BR/1BA 672 SQ FT1BR,1BA$849
Villas At Panthersville Apartment Homes*0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850
The Legacy at Druid HillsThe Edgewood1BR,1BA$859
The Park At East Ponce ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$870

Best Value Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, GA

As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the DeKalb County area is the $0.86 price per square foot Marigold Model at Parc 1000 Apartment Homes in the in the Decatur Heights neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value DeKalb County apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Willow Lake starting at $1,523 with a $1.05 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.
Parc 1000 Apartment HomesMarigold3BR,2BA$0.86
Willow Lake3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.05
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes3x23BR,2BA$0.99
Linden Ridge2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.00
The Hills at Fairington2 BR TH2BR,2BA$0.75
Campus Crossings Briarcliff3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom C13BR,3BA$0.78
The Abernathy ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$0.89
Quarry2x2M2BR,2BA$1.05
The SapphireTwo Bed One Bath - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.05
The Park At East Ponce ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$0.99

Frequently Asked Questions about DeKalb County

What type of rentals are currently available in DeKalb County?

There are currently 942 Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, GA with pricing that ranges from $637 to $9,731. There are also 1458 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in DeKalb County ranging from $500 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 $500 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,687.

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 $8,335, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,560 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,650.

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

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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

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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