450 Medlock Rd
DecaturGA30030
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Great Lakes Neighborhood of Decatur, GA from $700 (11 Rentals)
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The Pines on Scott
927 Scott BlvdDecatur, GA 30030
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1406 Church St
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Arlo Decatur Apartments
245 E Trinity PlDecatur, GA 30030
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Quill
1460 La France TerAtlanta, GA 30307
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Calibre Woods
2075 Lavista Rd NEAtlanta, GA 30329
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MAA Briarcliff
500 Briarvista WayAtlanta, GA 30329
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Great Lakes, Decatur, GA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Great Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Lakes Studio Apartments | $2,462 | $1,249 | $9,929 |
| Great Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,977 | $1,195 | $6,859 |
| Great Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,171 | $758 | $6,335 |
| Great Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $930 | $8,326 |
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Cheapest Available Great Lakes Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Great Lakes area of Decatur, GA is a 2 Beds unit found at Campus Crossings Briarcliff priced from $1,130. The Pines on Scott has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Great Lakes apartments for rent in Decatur, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Crossings Briarcliff | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom B9 | 2BR,2BA | $1,130 |
| The Pines on Scott | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Quill | WorkForce Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,249 |
| Calibre Woods | Hampton Classic II | 1BR,1BA | $1,251 |
| Ponce Properties | 08 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Great Lakes, GA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Great Lakes area is the $2.34 price per square foot Moonstone Model at Abberly Onyx Apartment Homes in the in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood starting from $2,388. The second greatest value Great Lakes apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at The Apartments at President Park starting at $1,620 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Great Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abberly Onyx Apartment Homes | Moonstone | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| The Apartments at President Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Candler Commons | 2x1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Avery Glen | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Gables Montclair | A1-York | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| The Pines on Scott | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Calibre Woods | Hampton Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Campus Crossings Briarcliff | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Resia Willows Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| MAA Briarcliff | Traditional 1x1 559-594 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGreat Lakes, Decatur, GA
Ranked #19
Among neighborhoods in Decatur, GA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Great Lakes Neighborhood in Decatur, GA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
49 / 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 Great Lakes Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Great Lakes?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Great Lakes is under $1,538.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Great Lakes?
The cheapest apartment in Great Lakes is The Pines on Scott which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Great Lakes costs $2,176.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Great Lakes?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 294 regular apartments in Great Lakes that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Great Lakes?
Cheap apartments in Great Lakes have an average cost of $1,033 which is $1,143 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Great Lakes.
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