Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lithonia, GA from $400 (14 Rentals)

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Lithonia, GA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lithonia, GA

Pricing Updated: 04/10/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lithonia, GA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lithonia Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Southeast DeKalb$2,510$4002848

Cheapest Available Lithonia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lithonia, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The View at Stonecrest in the South DeKalb neighborhood priced from $925. Stonecrest Mill in the South DeKalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $929. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lithonia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The View at Stonecrest1 Bed 1 Bath (750sqft)1BR,1BA$925
Stonecrest MillThe Desert - 1/1.001BR,1BA$929
Woodcrest VillageThe Birch 1BR,1BA$949
The Quarry2BR/1.5BA Townhm Lrg2BR,1BA$999
Windward Forest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lithonia, GA

As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lithonia area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Bedroom C - Market Rate Model at Greens at Stonecreek in the in the The parks of Stonecrest neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Lithonia apartment is the Cantebury Model at Wesley Providence Apartments at Stonecrest starting at $1,515 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the The parks of Stonecrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lithonia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Greens at Stonecreek3 Bedroom C - Market Rate3BR,2.5BA$1.17
Wesley Providence Apartments at StonecrestCantebury2BR,2BA$1.19
Heritage Townhomes3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.23
The Quarry2BR/2BA Medium2BR,2BA$0.96
The Reserve Apartment HomesB22BR,2BA$1.38
Wesley Kensington Apartments at StonecrestWyndsor II1BR,1BA$1.29
Wesley Stonecrest Apartments at LithoniaTHE BELMONT1BR,1BA$1.36
Walden Brook ApartmentsA2 The Oakwood1BR,1BA$1.21
The View at Stonecrest1 Bed 1 Bath (750sqft)1BR,1BA$1.23
Windward Forest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37

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Lithonia Overview

Proudly bearing the slogan 'the city of granite', Lithonia is a small metro region located in the eastern end of DeKalb County. Home to a variety of residents and considered part of the greater Atlanta area, this Georgia destination has much to offer.

Why live in Lithonia, GA?

A working class city with history to spare, Lithonia is home to about 2,000 residents, making it an ideal homestead for those eager to connect with a relaxed pace and small town ambiance. Schools in the area consistently gain high marks, and for being a relatively small city Lithonia boasts an impressive number of public park space. All in all, this Georgia locale is an excellent option for families and working-class singles alike.

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Getting Around Lithonia, GA

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

4 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lithonia Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lithonia?

The cheapest apartment in Lithonia is The View at Stonecrest which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Lithonia costs $2,510.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lithonia?

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 444 regular apartments in Lithonia 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 Lithonia?

Cheap apartments in Lithonia have an average cost of $366 which is $2,144 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lithonia.

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