Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East DeKalb Neighborhood of Stone Mountain, GA from $600 (136 Rentals)

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Antioch Villas & Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Antioch Villas & Gardens

4735 Bishop Ming BlvdStone Mountain, GA 30088
Senior Living
property at 660 Antietam Dr

$800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

660 Antietam Dr

Stone MountainGA30087
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East Ponce Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

East Ponce Village

1310 Woodbend DrStone Mountain, GA 30083
Corporate Housing
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Ascend at Stone Mountain
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ascend at Stone Mountain

490 S Stone Mountain Lithonia RdStone Mountain, GA 30088
  • Utilities Included

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Willow Lake
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Lake

5100 W Mountain StStone Mountain, GA 30083
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Kasteel At Stone Mountain
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kasteel At Stone Mountain

854 Sheppard RdStone Mountain, GA 30083
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Midwood Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Midwood Gardens

400 Ashley PlStone Mountain, GA 30083
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Antioch Manor Estates
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Antioch Manor Estates

4711 Bishop Ming BlvdStone Mountain, GA 30088
Senior Living
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Park at Somerset
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Park at Somerset

640 Abberley WayStone Mountain, GA 30083
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Grove Parkview
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grove Parkview

1900 Glenn Club DrStone Mountain, GA 30087
property at 621 Windchase Ln

$1,200

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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621 Windchase Ln

Stone MountainGA30083

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East DeKalb, Stone Mountain, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East DeKalb Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East DeKalb area of Stone Mountain, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Clara priced from $768. Valleyfield Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable East DeKalb apartments for rent in Stone Mountain, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The ClaraBlaze1BR,1BA$768
Valleyfield Apartments1A1BR,1BA$799
Redan Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$799
The Park at Greatstone1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$800
Oak Creek ApartmentsClassic Studio UnitStudio,1BA$800
Avana ChaseStudio (545 SF)Studio,1BA$880
Reserve at Stone CreekAmethyst1BR,1BA$883
The Park At East Ponce ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$889
The Park at Carrigan2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Silver2BR,2BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East DeKalb, GA

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the East DeKalb area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Villas de Solana in the in the Wynsley Park neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value East DeKalb apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Willow Lake starting at $1,444 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southeast DeKalb neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East DeKalb apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villas de Solana3x23BR,2BA$0.95
Willow Lake3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.00
Linden Ridge2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.94
The Vue at Stone Mountain3 bedroom3BR,2BA$1.06
Flourish ParkElmwood2BR,1.5BA$0.91
The Park at StonehavenGold Deluxe Upgrade2BR,2BA$1.04
Uphill FlatsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Polo Club Apartments2x1 The Berkshire2BR,1BA$1.07
The Park At East Ponce ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.01
Brentwood Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.08

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Dekalb, Stone Mountain, GA

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East DeKalb Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East DeKalb?

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

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

The cheapest apartment in East DeKalb is The Clara which is listed at $768, while the average apartment in East DeKalb costs $2,600.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 201 regular apartments in East 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 East DeKalb?

Cheap apartments in East DeKalb have an average cost of $329 which is $2,271 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East DeKalb.

Expert Rental Resources

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.