Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast DeKalb Neighborhood of Lithonia, GA from $400 (268 Rentals)

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Brightstone
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brightstone

2654 Dekalb Medical PkyLithonia, GA 30058
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Stonecrest Mill
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stonecrest Mill

2795 Evans Mill RdLithonia, GA 30058
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Panola Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Panola Gardens

5710 Snapfinger Woods DrLithonia, GA 30058
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Southeast DeKalb, Lithonia, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast DeKalb Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast DeKalb area of Lithonia, GA is a Studio unit found at Clarkston Townhomes priced from $749. The Clara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $768. Here are the most affordable Southeast DeKalb apartments for rent in Lithonia, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clarkston TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$749
The ClaraBlaze1BR,1BA$768
Reserve at Stone CreekAmethyst1BR,1BA$775
East Ponce VillageOak1BR,1BA$799
Redan Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$799
The Park at Greatstone1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
The PointeThe Aspen1BR,1BA$874
Willow Creek ApartmentsWillow 2Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$895
Candler Village1x11BR,1BA$899
The Park at Carrigan2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Silver2BR,2BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast DeKalb, GA

As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast DeKalb 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 Southeast DeKalb apartment is the 2 BR Model at The Hills at Fairington starting at $1,240 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the South DeKalb neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast DeKalb apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parc 1000 Apartment HomesMarigold3BR,2BA$0.86
The Hills at Fairington2 BR2BR,2BA$0.88
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes3x23BR,2BA$0.98
Linden Ridge2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Campus Crossings Briarcliff3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom C13BR,3BA$0.78
Orchard Walk2 Bedroom Two Bathroom-60%2BR,2BA$0.92
Flats at East Atlanta2A2BR,2BA$0.96
The Woodridge Apartment HomesB12BR,2BA$0.89
Kislev Golden Gate2/1.5 - Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.89
The Park At East Ponce ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.04

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Southeast Dekalb, Lithonia, GA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast DeKalb Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Southeast DeKalb?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast DeKalb is under $900.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast DeKalb?

The cheapest apartment in Southeast DeKalb is Reserve at Stone Creek which is listed at $748, while the average apartment in Southeast DeKalb costs $31,946.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast DeKalb?

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 352 regular apartments in Southeast DeKalb 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 Southeast DeKalb?

Cheap apartments in Southeast DeKalb have an average cost of $223 which is $31,723 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast DeKalb.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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