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South DeKalb, Lithonia, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South DeKalb Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South DeKalb area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valleyfield Apartments priced from $799. Redan Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable South DeKalb apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valleyfield Apartments1A1BR,1BA$799
Redan Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$799
East Perimeter Pointe ApartmentsA6 - A91BR,1BA$851
Oak Creek ApartmentsClassic Studio UnitStudio,1BA$859
The Park at Carrigan1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$859
The Park at Stonehaven1Bed/1Bath Silver1BR,1BA$875
Ashgrove Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$900
Brentwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
Reserve at Stone CreekAmethyst1BR,1BA$919
Villas At Panthersville Apartment Homes*1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South DeKalb, GA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the South DeKalb area is the $0.62 price per square foot 4705 Lantern Ct Model at 4705 Lantern Ct, Unit Upscale family home in the in the The parks of Stonecrest neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value South DeKalb apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Uphill Flats starting at $1,450 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the South DeKalb neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South DeKalb apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4705 Lantern Ct, Unit Upscale family home4705 Lantern Ct6BR,5.5BA$0.62
Uphill FlatsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.12
Hidden Woods2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.12
Wesley Club2BR/1.5BA TOWNHOME2BR,1.5BA$1.08
Everwood EstatesThe Cypress2BR,2BA$1.12
The Quarry2BR/2BA Medium2BR,2BA$1.05
The SapphireTwo Bed One Bath - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.13
Candler Forrest Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.97
The Hills at Fairington1 BR1BR,1BA$1.00
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$1.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about South DeKalb

What type of rentals are currently available in South DeKalb?

There are currently 597 Apartments for Rent in South DeKalb, GA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $27,680. There are also 1218 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South DeKalb ranging from $380 to $20,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South DeKalb ranges from $380 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,510.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South DeKalb range from $930 to $11,939, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,250.

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