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$700

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361 Spikes St

MaconGA31206

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property at 1143 Woolfolk St
$800 - $1,000
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1143 Woolfolk St

MaconGA31217
property at 1171 Sparkle Ave
$825

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Base Rent$825

Total Monthly Price$825
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1171 Sparkle Ave

MaconGA31217

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1045 Bond St
$850

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1045 Bond St

1045 Bond StMacon, GA 31201
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551 Orange St
$850 - $1,000

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551 Orange St

551 Orange StMacon, GA 31201
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Macon, GA

Pricing Updated: 09/18/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Macon, GA area range in price from $650 to $3,351 with an overall median price of $1,449. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Macon Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Macon$1,449$65092

Cheapest Available Macon Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Macon, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ingleside Manor - Affordable Senior Community in the Bibb County neighborhood priced from $150. AL Miller in the Bibb County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $616. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Macon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ingleside Manor - Affordable Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$150
AL MillerOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$616
River Park Apartments | Apartments Located in Macon, GAA11BR, 1BA$635
Canterbury StationStudioStudio, 1BA$645
Pursley Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$650
Linkwood Manor1x11BR, 1BA$675
Waterside on WilliamsonSmall 1 bedroom1BR, 1BA$675
Wood Valley Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR, 1BA$675
Vineville Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$700
Madison on Mercer1x1 The Hayes 750sf 1/11BR, 1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Macon, GA

As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Macon area is the $0.75 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath - 89563 Model at Cove at Ridgewood in the Bibb County neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Macon apartment is the B1 Model at Novus on Riverside Apartments in the Bibb County neighborhood starting at $1,024 with a $0.84 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Macon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cove at Ridgewood3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath - 895633BR, 1.5BA$0.75
Novus on Riverside ApartmentsB12BR, 1BA$0.84
Vineville Court Apartments3 Bedrooms3BR, 1BA$0.78
Vista Oaks Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR, 1.5BA$0.83
Riverbend Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 362172BR, 1BA$0.87
Chambers Cove2x22BR, 2BA$0.84
Macon Reserve2/1.002BR, 1BA$0.84
Pursley Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$0.76
River Park Apartments | Apartments Located in Macon, GAA11BR, 1BA$0.84
Ingleside Manor - Affordable Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$0.30

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Macon Overview

There is a reason Macon, Georgia is known as, the Heart of Georgia, and it's not just due to its location. From its colleges, culture, and people once you step into Macon, you'll know you have found a city you can be proud to call home.

Why live in Macon, GA?

With its reasonable cost of living, good neighborhoods and mild weather, Macon is a great choice for young singles just starting out and families looking to raise their family in a place that has a real community feel. Throw in great restaurants and cultural outlets, and it doesn't get much better. In addition, with being close to Atlanta, you can enjoy all the big city has to offer without having to deal with all the big city headaches. For a slower pace and good old Southern hospitality, there's no place like Macon.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Macon Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Macon?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Macon is at Canterbury Station listed at $645.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Macon Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Macon Apartment is $150 at Ingleside Manor - Affordable Senior Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Macon Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Macon is starting from $725 at Linkwood Manor.

What is the most affordable Macon Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Macon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Park Apartments | Apartments Located in Macon, GA and starts from $860.

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