
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $400 (44 Rentals)
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456 Flat Shoals Ave SE

634 Stokeswood Ave SE

Ella

1155 Custer Ave SE

2368 Ripplewater Dr SE

Balfour East Lake

The Skylark

Broadway at East Atlanta

Vineyards of Flat Shoals
Atlanta's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Element at Kirkwood

Station Square Apartments

Taco Town Apartments

Alton East

The Grant

1570 Memorial Drive

The Villages Of East Lake

Artesian East Village

Glenwood Park Lofts

The Roosevelt

1099 Boulevard SE

Elan Madison Yards

The Rivington EAV Apartments

Columbia Senior Residences at Edgewood
East Atlanta, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Atlanta?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Atlanta Studio Apartments | $1,886 | $850 | $6,940 |
East Atlanta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,930 | $400 | $6,700 |
East Atlanta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,519 | $500 | $8,700 |
East Atlanta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,792 | $1,452 | $10,000+ |
East Atlanta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,417 | $2,015 | $8,930 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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Cheapest Available East Atlanta Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Atlanta area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Auburn Glenn priced from $999. Balfour East Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable East Atlanta apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Auburn Glenn | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Balfour East Lake | Lenox | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
Broadway at East Atlanta | The Trek | 1BR,1BA | $1,124 |
Vineyards of Flat Shoals | The Chateau | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Station Square Apartments | normal U | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Taco Town Apartments | Chastain | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
1494 Memorial Drive | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Alton East | Loft 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,221 |
The Grant | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Bradley Flats | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Atlanta, GA
As of April 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Atlanta area is the $1.24 price per square foot The Spruce B1 Model at Hillcrest Park in the in the Ormewood Park neighborhood starting from $1,507. The second greatest value East Atlanta apartment is the 2C- Townhome Model at Artesian East Village starting at $1,446 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Ormewood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Atlanta apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hillcrest Park | The Spruce B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Artesian East Village | 2C- Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
Element at Kirkwood | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
Balfour East Lake | Oakland | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
The Rivington EAV Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
The Roosevelt | 1 Bed, 2 Baths | 1BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Station Square Apartments | normal U | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Broadway at East Atlanta | The Trek | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Bradley Flats | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Auburn Glenn | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the East Atlanta Neighborhood in Atlanta, GA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Atlanta Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Atlanta?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Atlanta is at Alton East listed at $1,221.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Atlanta Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Atlanta Apartment is $999 at Auburn Glenn.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Atlanta Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Atlanta is starting from $1,175 at Vineyards of Flat Shoals.
What is the most affordable East Atlanta Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Atlanta Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Balfour East Lake and starts from $1,452.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

An Atlanta Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in the Atlanta Area
Written by: Jan Boling
Atlanta, Georgia is a large, modern city with many neighborhoods that welcome both newcomers and natives.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.