
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Macon Neighborhood of Macon, GA from $400 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Macon area of Macon.


1031 Ash St

1278 Jackson St

871 Mulberry St

946 Magnolia St

Brew House Lofts

1055 Walnut St

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608 Monroe St, Unit C, Unit C
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738 Liberty St

743 Bright St

420 College St

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266 moughon st, Unit 266A, Unit 266A

233 College St, Unit 1

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1079 Walnut St, Unit B, Unit B
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260 Moughon St, Unit B, Unit B

Broadway Lofts

524 2nd St

401 Cherry Street

195 College St

864 Tatnall St

The Massee Apartments

955 Cole St
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888 Walnut St Ln

928 Magnolia St

1873 Hardeman Ave

The Lofts at Willingham

Pursley Court Apartments

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1893 3rd Ave

1893 3rd Ave

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Vineville Court Apartments

369-371 2nd St

1074 Georgia Ave
Downtown Macon, Macon, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Macon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Macon Studio Apartments | $1,394 | $700 | $1,677 |
| Downtown Macon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,211 | $600 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Macon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $499 | $3,223 |
| Downtown Macon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $1,000 | $1,300 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Macon Neighborhood of Macon, GA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Macon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Macon area of Macon, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pursley Court Apartments priced from $600. 1893 3rd Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Downtown Macon apartments for rent in Macon, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pursley Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| 1893 3rd Ave | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Brew House Lofts | 1 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $736 |
| Ashley Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 59180 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Vineville Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 59179 | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| The Massee Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Macon, GA
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Macon area is the $0.95 price per square foot Studio Model at 369-371 2nd St in the in the Downtown Macon neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Downtown Macon apartment is the 1031 Walnut St Model at 1031 Walnut St, Unit 1031 starting at $1,050 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Downtown Macon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Macon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 369-371 2nd St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 1031 Walnut St, Unit 1031 | 1031 Walnut St | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| Vineville Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Brew House Lofts | 1 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
| 266 moughon st, Unit 266A | 266 moughon st | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Pursley Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 1048 Riverside Drive Ln | 1048 Riverside Drive Ln | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 608 Monroe St, Unit C | 608 Monroe St | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1893 3rd Ave | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 1893 3rd Ave | 1893 3rd Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Macon, Macon, GA
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Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Macon Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Macon?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Macon is at The Massee Apartments listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Macon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Macon Apartment is $600 at Pursley Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Macon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Macon is starting from $1,405 at Lofts at Poplar Pointe.
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