1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Decatur, GA (354 Rentals)

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Decatur 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 22, 2025

There are currently 935 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Decatur, GA that range in price from $360 to $6,859. North Decatur, Belvedere Park and Greater Valley Brook are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Decatur with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Decatur222$1,619$900
Belvedere Park106$1,572$360
Greater Valley Brook91$1,571$950
Great Lakes91$1,620$1,199
Medlock Park91$1,573$1,100
Panthersville87$1,049$625
Avondale Park66$1,572$900
Scottdale65$1,588$900
Glennwood50$1,757$1,295
Kensington35$1,507$799

Largest Available Decatur 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Decatur, GA is found at Bryn House in the Morningside-Lenox Park neighborhood and is 1,192 square feet priced from $2,675. Calibre Woods in the Toco Hills neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,050 square feet and currently listed start at $1,552. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Decatur:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Bryn HouseTH1,192 Sq Ft$2,675
Calibre WoodsKensington Deluxe1,050 Sq Ft$1,552
Generation Avondale EastA11,048 Sq Ft$2,200
Five OaksDarlington Loft1,036 Sq Ft$1,970
Anderson at ClairmontTHE BROOKHAVEN1,026 Sq Ft$1,549
Emory PointA7O11,012 Sq Ft$1,596
Gables Century CenterA51,008 Sq Ft$1,572
The Dakota at Druid Hills1BRL - 1 Bedroom - Luxe1,005 Sq Ft$1,792
Clairmont Reserve Apartment HomesThe Clairmont1,000 Sq Ft$1,399

Cheapest Available Decatur 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 22, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Decatur, GA is the A1AV-40% Model starting from $729 at Aurora in the South DeKalb neighborhood. The second most affordable Decatur 1 Bedroom is the 1A Model at Valleyfield Apartments starting at $799 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Decatur is currently $1,684. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Decatur:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
AuroraA1AV-40%$729
Valleyfield Apartments1A$799
Redan Village1 Bed, 1 bath$799
The Park at Carrigan1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver$859
East Perimeter Pointe ApartmentsA2 - A5$860
Ashgrove Apartments1BR/1BA$900
RidgewoodOne Bed One Bath$907
Vesta BouldercrestA1$908
The View at Stonecrest1 Bed 1 Bath (750sqft)$925
Villas At Panthersville Apartment Homes*1BR/1.0BA$925

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Decatur Overview

Decatur, Georgia, is a thriving city that’s able to maintain its small-town feel. With an incredibly strong school district and plenty of green spaces, it’s an ideal location for families. Renting apartments in Decatur is a great way to get settled in the area whether you’re looking to purchase a home in the future or not.

Why live in Decatur, GA?

Decatur is a great location for anyone who works in Atlanta but prefers a more laid-back lifestyle. It’s especially nice for families, featuring plenty of parks and other family-friendly fun. It allows you to have the feeling of living in a small town without the inconvenience of living in a rural area where you might have to drive 20 minutes to get to the grocery store. It’s also relatively easy to find affordable housing, especially when you consider its proximity to a large city.

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Getting Around Decatur, GA

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

18 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Decatur Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Decatur with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Decatur is at Aurora listed at $729.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Decatur Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Decatur is $1,684.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Decatur Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Decatur is a 1,192 square feet unit starting from $2,675 at Bryn House.

What is the average size for Decatur 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Decatur is currently 830 sq ft.

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