Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Decatur Neighborhood of Decatur, GA from $500 (32 Rentals)

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2114 Toney Dr

DecaturGA30032

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606 Coventry Rd

DecaturGA30030
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Golden Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Apartments

2711 Fairlee DrDecatur, GA 30032
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Emory Woods Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Emory Woods Apartments

2085 Powell LnDecatur, GA 30033
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Paces Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paces Park

100 Paces Park DrDecatur, GA 30033
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Park Summit
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Summit

2778 N Decatur RdDecatur, GA 30033
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North Decatur Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

North Decatur Gardens

1400 Church StDecatur, GA 30030
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Ponce Properties
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ponce Properties

108 E Ponce de Leon AveDecatur, GA 30030
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2040
2 Bedroom Apartments

2040

2040 Dekalb Ave NEAtlanta, GA 30307
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1760 Memorial
2 Bedroom Apartments

1760 Memorial

1760 Memorial Dr SEAtlanta, GA 30317
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Downtown Decatur, Decatur, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Decatur Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Decatur area of Atlanta, GA is a Studio unit found at Gateway at Cedar Brook priced from $997. The Baxter has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Downtown Decatur apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gateway at Cedar BrookThe Madison StudioStudio,1BA$997
The BaxterS1Studio,1BA$1,195
The Pines on Scott1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,199
Paces ParkThe Grant1BR,1BA$1,212
The Orleans of DecaturToulouse1BR,1BA$1,235
Avondale Station Apartments2BR2BR,1BA$1,258
Jackson SquareThe Burns1BR,1BA$1,275
Park SummitThe Ponce (A1)1BR,1BA$1,275
Clairmont Reserve Apartment HomesThe Decatur1BR,1BA$1,279
Cortland Decatur EastAdairStudio,1BA$1,341

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Decatur, GA

As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Decatur area is the $1.79 price per square foot Richard Model at Towns on Church in the in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood starting from $3,169. The second greatest value Downtown Decatur apartment is the The Chastain Model at Paces Park starting at $2,496 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Decatur apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Towns on ChurchRichard4BR,3.5BA$1.79
Paces ParkThe Chastain2BR,2BA$1.75
Valley Brook Crossing Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.30
139 E Hill St, Unit #58139 E Hill St2BR,1.5BA$1.68
Element at KirkwoodB12BR,1BA$1.53
Avondale Station Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1.59
The Apartments at President Park1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.82
Jackson SquareThe Burns1BR,1BA$1.69
The Pines on Scott1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.61
Gateway at Cedar BrookThe Madison StudioStudio ,1BA$1.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Decatur, Decatur, GA

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Decatur, GA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Eastern Atlanta, GA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Downtown Decatur Neighborhood in Decatur, GA

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 Downtown Decatur Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Decatur?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Decatur is at Gateway at Cedar Brook listed at $997.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Decatur Apartment is $1,199 at The Pines on Scott.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Decatur is starting from $1,258 at Avondale Station Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gateway at Cedar Brook and starts from $1,699.

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