Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Atlanta Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $400 (47 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the East Atlanta area of Atlanta.

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Grove Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grove Gardens

1925 Glenwood Ave SEAtlanta, GA 30316
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159 Whitefoord
2 Bedroom Apartments

159 Whitefoord

159 Whitefoord AveAtlanta, GA 30317

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Retreat at Edgewood
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Retreat at Edgewood

150 Hutchinson St NEAtlanta, GA 30307
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Park City Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park City Place

2201 Castle Keep WayAtlanta, GA 30316
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454 Irwin St
1 Bedroom Apartments

454 Irwin St

454 Irwin StAtlanta, GA 30312
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Bradley Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bradley Flats

55-58 Bradley StAtlanta, GA 30312
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Gibson by Radius
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gibson by Radius

982 Memorial Dr SEAtlanta, GA 30316
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880 Glenwood Ave SE
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

880 Glenwood Ave SE

880 Glenwood Ave SEAtlanta, GA 30316
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1760 Memorial
2 Bedroom Apartments

1760 Memorial

1760 Memorial Dr SEAtlanta, GA 30317
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Edgewood Mews
1 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewood Mews

608 Edgewood Ave NEAtlanta, GA 30312
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Columbia Village
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia Village

100 Jessica AveDecatur, GA 30032
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East Atlanta, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

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 Balfour East Lake priced from $999. Ella has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 7 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,059. Here are the most affordable East Atlanta apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Balfour East LakeLenox1BR,1BA$999
EllaCo-Living7BR,7BA$1,059
Broadway at East AtlantaThe Trek1BR,1BA$1,124
Vineyards of Flat ShoalsThe Habersham2BR,1BA$1,195
Station Square Apartmentsnormal U2BR,1BA$1,199
Auburn GlennCabbagetown1BR,1BA$1,200
1494 Memorial DriveMagnolia1BR,1BA$1,200
Bradley Flats1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,250
The SkylarkA031BR,1BA$1,265
Element at KirkwoodA11BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Atlanta, GA

As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Atlanta area is the $1.16 price per square foot The Willow B2 Model at Hillcrest Park in the in the Ormewood Park neighborhood starting from $1,415. The second greatest value East Atlanta apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Rivington EAV Apartments starting at $1,399 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the East Atlanta Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Atlanta apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hillcrest ParkThe Willow B22BR,1.5BA$1.16
The Rivington EAV Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.65
The GrantTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.81
EnsoEnso 21BR,1BA$1.85
Balfour East LakeLenox1BR,1BA$1.37
Station Square Apartmentsnormal U2BR,1BA$1.60
Broadway at East AtlantaThe Trek1BR,1BA$1.52
Bradley Flats1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.79
Element at KirkwoodA11BR,1BA$1.82
Auburn GlennCabbagetown1BR,1BA$1.72

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Atlanta. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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

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 Gibson by Radius listed at $1,305.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Atlanta Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Atlanta Apartment is $1,051 at Balfour East Lake.

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 $1,195 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 $1,402.

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