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2114 Toney Dr
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Decatur, GA 30032
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Decatur, GA 30034
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Decatur, GA

Pricing Updated: 02/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Decatur, GA area range in price from $450 to $6,065 with an overall median price of $2,278. The three Decatur neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Chelsea Heights at $1,295, Panthersville at $450, and Great Lakes at $540. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Decatur Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Chelsea Heights$1,397$1,29556
Panthersville$1,703$4501976
Great Lakes$2,134$5407311
North Decatur$2,200$54014729
Kensington$2,315$6752492
Avondale Park$2,317$5404200
Scottdale$2,317$8005079
Greater Valley Brook$2,435$9505176
Belvedere Park$2,450$5407102
Candler McAfee$2,450$6251899

Cheapest Available Decatur Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Decatur, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valleyfield Apartments in the South DeKalb neighborhood priced from $799. Brentwood Apartments in the South DeKalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Decatur apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valleyfield Apartments1A1BR,1BA$799
Brentwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Villas At Panthersville Apartment Homes*0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850
The Park at Carrigan1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$859
Covington GlenDogwood1BR,1BA$875
Oak Creek ApartmentsClassic Studio UnitStudio,1BA$875
Vesta BouldercrestA31BR,1BA$896
The FullertonA21BR,1BA$898
Aurora 55+ Active AdultA21BR,1BA$898
Ashgrove Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Decatur, GA

As of February 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Decatur area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2162 Heritage Heights Model at 2162 Heritage Heights, Unit Heritage Heights in the in the Toco Hills neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Decatur apartment is the 2x2 Model at Villas de las Colinas 3 starting at $1,350 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Dresden Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Decatur apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2162 Heritage Heights, Unit Heritage Heights2162 Heritage Heights2BR,1BA$1.07
Villas de las Colinas 32x22BR,2BA$0.93
The SapphireFour Bed 2.5 Bath - Renovated4BR,2.5BA$1.05
Linden Ridge2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Wesley Club2BR/1.5BA TOWNHOME2BR,1.5BA$1.08
Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes2x12BR,1BA$0.99
The Woodridge Apartment HomesB12BR,2BA$0.89
The Quarry2BR/2BA Medium2BR,2BA$0.96
Park Estates2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.95
Mirador at IdlewoodThe Phoenix1BR,1BA$1.09

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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

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 Decatur Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Decatur?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Decatur is at Brentwood Apartments listed at $800.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Decatur Apartment is $799 at Valleyfield Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Decatur is starting from $957 at Eastlake Gardens.

What is the most affordable Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Sapphire and starts from $1,120.

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