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Lancaster Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lancaster Ridge

800 Hickory Knoll DrCanton, GA 30114
Corporate Housing
  • Utilities Included

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1025 Pickens St

Ball GroundGA30107

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Nelson, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Nelson, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Alexander Ridge in the Bridgemill neighborhood priced from $1,126. Lancaster Ridge in the Waleska Woods neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alexander RidgeThe Belfree - Market Rate1BR,1BA$1,126
Lancaster RidgeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
River Ridge at CantonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,204
Harbor Creek ApartmentsA1 - Traditional1BR,1BA$1,205
Canton Mill LoftsA71BR,1BA$1,232
Overlook Club1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,245
The Columns at Pilgrim Mill1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,280
The Crest at Laurel CanyonCypress1BR,1BA$1,281
The Foundry at Mashburn VillageS1Studio,1BA$1,299
Legends at Laurel CanyonThe Waleska1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, GA and Nearby

As of November 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.14 price per square foot Plan 2 Model at Tricon Magnolia Trace in the in the Hickory Plantation neighborhood starting from $2,529. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the Plan 3 Model at Tricon East Ridge starting at $2,679 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Ridgewalk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tricon Magnolia TracePlan 24BR,2.5BA$1.14
Tricon East RidgePlan 34BR,2.5BA$1.30
Mayridge CantonDallas B3BR,2.5BA$1.38
Foxgrove on CastleberryThe Finch3BR,2.5BA$1.29
Covey Homes Bluffs - Homes for RentLemongrass3BR,2.5BA$1.37
Mountainside Manor3 Bedroom - Market3BR,3BA$1.23
Grand Reserve at Canton1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
The Atlantic Canton RidgeThe Hawthrone2BR,2BA$1.26
Pointe Grand Dawsonville2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.30
Lancaster RidgeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35

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Nelson, GA

Ranked #108

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Nelson, GA

Walk Score®

11 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

5 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nelson Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nelson?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nelson is at The Foundry at Mashburn Village listed at $1,299.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment is $1,126 at Alexander Ridge.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nelson is starting from $1,250 at Lancaster Ridge.

What is the most affordable Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mountainside Manor and starts from $1,347.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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Written by: Trey Huguley

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