
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lithonia, GA from $400 (14 Rentals)
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6172 Sayler Park

Room in House on Woodstone Dr

Room in Townhome on Evans Mill Dr

Woodcrest Village
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2808 Ellis Pointe Ave

View at Stonecrest
Lithonia, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lithonia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lithonia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,241 | $400 | $2,581 |
Lithonia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $900 | $2,466 |
Lithonia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,793 | $1,380 | $3,952 |
Lithonia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $1,709 | $2,730 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lithonia, GA
Pricing Updated: 06/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lithonia, GA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lithonia Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Southeast DeKalb | $25,640 | $400 | 2898 |
Cheapest Available Lithonia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lithonia, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Chelsea Place in the South DeKalb neighborhood priced from $740. Stonecrest Mill in the South DeKalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $929. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lithonia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Chelsea Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
Stonecrest Mill | The Desert - 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
View at Stonecrest | 110TV | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Woodcrest Village | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Windward Forest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lithonia, GA
As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lithonia area is the $1.29 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Heritage Townhomes in the in the South DeKalb neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Lithonia apartment is the 2BR/2BA Medium Model at The Quarry starting at $1,199 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the South DeKalb neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lithonia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Heritage Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
The Quarry | 2BR/2BA Medium | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Cavalier @ 100 | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
The Hills at Fairington | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Sterling Villas Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
Wesley Kensington Apartments at Stonecrest | Wyndsor II | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Wesley Providence Apartments at Stonecrest | Fairmont | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Wesley Stonecrest Apartments at Lithonia | THE BELMONT | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Windward Forest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Chelsea Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Lithonia Overview
Proudly bearing the slogan 'the city of granite', Lithonia is a small metro region located in the eastern end of DeKalb County. Home to a variety of residents and considered part of the greater Atlanta area, this Georgia destination has much to offer.
Why live in Lithonia, GA?
A working class city with history to spare, Lithonia is home to about 2,000 residents, making it an ideal homestead for those eager to connect with a relaxed pace and small town ambiance. Schools in the area consistently gain high marks, and for being a relatively small city Lithonia boasts an impressive number of public park space. All in all, this Georgia locale is an excellent option for families and working-class singles alike.
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Getting Around Lithonia, GA
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
4 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Lithonia Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lithonia?
The cheapest apartment in Lithonia is Chelsea Place which is listed at $740, while the average apartment in Lithonia costs $25,640.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lithonia?
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 517 regular apartments in Lithonia 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 Lithonia?
Cheap apartments in Lithonia have an average cost of $298 which is $25,342 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lithonia.
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