Cheap Homes for Rent in the Southeast DeKalb Neighborhood of Lithonia, GA from $300 (202 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at East Perimeter Pointe Apartments priced from $748. Redan Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable Southeast DeKalb apartments for rent in Lithonia, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
East Perimeter Pointe ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$748
Redan VillageStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$749
The ClaraBright1BR,1BA$775
Willow Creek ApartmentsWillow 2Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$795
Valleyfield Apartments1A1BR,1BA$799
Ashberry1x11BR,1BA$849
Sheraton House Apartments1x11BR,1BA$850
The Park at Greatstone1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$850
Reserve at Stone CreekAmethyst1BR,1BA$861
EllaCo-Living7BR,7BA$869

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast DeKalb, GA

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast DeKalb 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 Stone Mountain neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Southeast DeKalb apartment is the 1557 Conway Rd Model at 1557 Conway Rd, Unit B starting at $1,600 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Downtown Decatur 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.
1484 Cedar Heights Dr, Unit Whole House1484 Cedar Heights Dr4BR,3BA$0.84
1557 Conway Rd, Unit B1557 Conway Rd3BR,1BA$0.94
Linden Ridge2 Bedroom Garden2BR,2BA$0.92
The SapphireThree Bed Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.00
Flourish ParkElmwood2BR,1.5BA$0.91
The Abernathy ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$0.98
Pines at Lawrenceville ApartmentsCumberland (Upgraded)2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Midwood GardensB32BR,2BA$1.04
Woodside Village1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.87
The Park At East Ponce ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.03

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast DeKalb

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast DeKalb?

There are currently 836 Apartments for Rent in Southeast DeKalb, GA with pricing that ranges from $557 to $23,590. There are also 1317 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast DeKalb ranging from $375 to $27,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast DeKalb ranges from $375 to $27,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,825.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southeast DeKalb range from $830 to $12,044, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,590.

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