100 Best Apartments in Atlanta, GA (with reviews)

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Apartments in Buckhead $2,046
Apartments in Midtown Atlanta $2,274
Apartments in Virginia Highland $2,200
Apartments in Downtown Atlanta $2,108
Apartments in Inman Park $2,010
Apartments in Briarcliff $1,620
Apartments in Old Fourth Ward $2,089
Apartments in West Midtown Atlanta $1,994
Apartments in Avalon $1,634
Apartments in Castleberry Hill $1,894

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Average rent in Atlanta, GA

$1,852/mo Atlanta, GA average rental price, July 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in Atlanta, GA is $1,852.

Atlanta, GA apartment rent ranges

About 43% of apartment rents in Atlanta, GA range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over > $2,000 represent 29% of apartments. Around 25% of Atlanta’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 2% of apartments are priced between $701-$1,000.

Atlanta, GA rent trends

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,726, the average rent in Atlanta, GA is $1,852.

Getting around in Atlanta, GA

49 /100

Car-Dependent

50 /100

Good Transit

48 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

Walk Score®: 49, Transit Score®: 50, Bike Score®: 48

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Atlanta, GA last updated?

Prices and availability in Atlanta, GA were last updated on 1 Oct 2023.

What are the best apartments in Atlanta, GA?

The best apartments in Atlanta, GA are: SLX Atlanta, The Kirkwood Apartments, Glenn Perimeter, Parkside Sandy Springs and Link Apartments® Grant Park.

What is the average rent in Atlanta, GA?

The average rent in Atlanta, GA is $1,852. Start your search for apartments in Atlanta, GA now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Atlanta, GA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Atlanta, GA is between $542 and $11,628. View all studio apartments in Atlanta, GA.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Atlanta, GA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Atlanta, GA is between $542 and $10,484. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Atlanta, GA now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Atlanta, GA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Atlanta, GA is between $670 and $15,488. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Atlanta, GA.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Atlanta, GA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Atlanta, GA is between $652 and $26,923. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Atlanta, GA.

What type of rental buildings are in Atlanta, GA?

In Atlanta 55% of the housing is rented out compared to 45% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 43% of Atlanta’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 40% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 16% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Atlanta, GA?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Atlanta are about 28 years old, on average. Of these, 48% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 5 stories. About 76% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 28% are mid-rises, and 9% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Atlanta, GA?

Studio apartments in Atlanta are around 3% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 45% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 44% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Atlanta, GA in the news

June Rental Activity Report: Kansas City Is Most In-Demand City, With Suburb Overland Park Coming in 2nd

Atlanta continues to attract renters’ attention as it enjoys a third consecutive month among the most in-demand top 10 cities. This Southern charmer drew in a high volume of interactions on RentCafe.com, which helped it rank high despite seeing fewer listing views and saved searches than a year ago. In June, the number of favorited apartments by renters doubled compared to one year prior. This means that renters are more determined to move to this Georgia city that continues to offer exciting job opportunities.

May Rental Activity Report: Kansas City Leads as Most In-Demand City, Midwest Claims Top Spots

April’s most in-demand city for renters dropped four places to the fifth spot, losing just as many points in its total score. Still, this Georgian city remains one of the most desirable places for renters. Despite seeing declines in apartment listing views and saved personalized searches compared to last year, the overall high traffic Atlanta listings generated this month helped the city keep its place among the top five most sought-after cities in May. Plus, the number of apartments favorited by ATL renters doubled compared to one year ago, further boosting the city’s total desirability score in May.

April Rental Activity Report: Atlanta Leads as the Most In-Demand City, Manhattan Makes Top 5

Atlanta is the most desired city by renters in April, buzzing with rental activity on RentCafe.com. Apartment hunters in Atlanta added twice as many listings to their favorites lists compared to this time last year. Moreover, rental listings in Atlanta attracted some of the highest traffic and high rates of saved searches from renters looking on RentCafe.com for a place to live, which helped this charming city go straight to the top of our ranking this month. This Southern gem is bursting with job opportunities at companies expanding or moving here, pushing the area to rank eighth nationwide for office leasing activity in 2022. The city’s constant presence among the country’s top tech towns in recent years also makes it more appealing to renters.

The Best Cities for Renters in 2022: Round Rock, Raleigh & Conroe Steal the Spotlight

The second-best mid-sized city for renters is Atlanta, Georgia’s most populous city and the one with the highest number of business applications, which goes to show its rising appeal as a business and economic hub. Atlanta is also known for its many urban parks and walking areas, which helped the city score the 17th position on our list with the best quality of life. Atlanta is also the 9th-best city for renters in the nation, all sizes considered.

Top Cities for Active Renters: Texas Triangle Boasts Most Apartments with Access to Fitness Amenities

Behind the Lone Start State, Atlanta is the first location to break the Texas spell, coming in at No. 5 in our ranking. Boasting 158,000 apartments with on-site fitness facilities, people living in Atlanta rentals enjoy the convenience of going for a swim or hitting the gym right within their apartment community.

Living in Atlanta, GA

With magnificent views of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the northwest and the Chattahoochee River to the southeast, Atlanta - the largest city in Georgia - is a renter's dream destination in the northwestern section of the state. Specifically, renters in Atlanta are 70 miles west of Athens, Ga.; 110 miles north of Columbus, Ga.; 120 miles southeast of Chattanooga, Tenn.; and 150 miles east of Birmingham, Ala. Renting in Atlanta has many great perks, including: professional sports teams (Falcons, Hawks, Braves, etc.), amazing food scenes, cultural arts, live music and a strong local economy. Best known for Southern comfort foods (as well as Mexican, Italian and Indian cuisines), many renters recommend restaurants like Taqueria de Sol Tabla, Poor Calvin's and Canoe. Atlanta also serves as the headquarters for Coca-Cola and The Home Depot, as well as a large number of Fortune 500 companies and technology startup businesses that provide renters with careers. The biggest industries for Atlanta renters are health IT, manufacturing, data centers, fintech and bioscience. Public education is provided to renters by Fulton County Schools and Atlanta Public Schools.

Renting in Atlanta, GA

Atlanta has more than 40 unique neighborhoods to rent in. Known as the "heart of the arts," Midtown has high-rise and loft apartments for rent located just minutes north of downtown and close to the Georgia Aquarium and State Farm Arena. Notably, Castleberry Hill is on the National Register of Historic Places, and it has trendy loft apartments for rent next to restaurants, art galleries and more. Meanwhile, Centennial Hill is a reinvigorated neighborhood with modern condominium apartments for rent in high-rise buildings like Post Centennial. Or, Buckhead has both new and renovated historic townhouses for rent, while Cabbagetown is a beautiful loft neighborhood with 1800s architecture, narrow streets, and charming converted-warehouse apartments for rent that are adored by college students and young professionals. However, the Beltline has the most variety of condos, apartments and townhouses for rent.

Shopping in Atlanta, GA

Atlanta has a shopping scene that caters to all price ranges. Specifically, two luxury mall favorites when renting in Atlanta are Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza in Buckhead. Of course, The Shops Buckhead Atlanta (with stores from Jeremiah James, Sarah Flint and Todd Patrick) cannot be missed, either. Otherwise, renters will find strong boutique scenes in the shopping districts of Midtown, Virginia-Highland, Little Five Points and Krog Street Market. Or, for a blend of boutique shopping and local dining, renters head to Atlantic Station, just west of Midtown, whereas renters on the hunt for good deals go to North Georgia Premium Outlets and The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta. And, when it comes to grocery shopping, renters have Whole Foods, The Fresh Market, Trader Joe's, Publix, Sprouts Farmers' Market and more options.

Transportation in Atlanta, GA

Atlanta's public transportation system is provided to renters by the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA). In fact, a personal vehicle is not necessary when renting in Atlanta because MARTA bus routes cover every rental community. More precisely, the MARTA Red Line and Gold Line take renters north-south from the airport to North Springs (Red Line) and Doraville (Gold Line); the Blue Line takes renters east-west from Hamilton E. Holmes Station to Indian Creek Drive; and the Green Line takes renters east-west from Bankhead to Candler Park. Alternatively, the Atlanta Streetcar takes renters from Centennial Olympic Park to the King Historic District. Likewise, the Buc is a free shuttle service for renters in Buckhead and there are also bike rentals through Relay Bike Share, as well as additional bus routes with CobbLinc and Gwinnett County Transit. Finally, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is also easily accessible via public transportation.

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1 BED	Ask for Pricing
2 BEDS	$1,700+
3 BEDS	$1,999

1 BED	$1,475+
2 BEDS	$1,771+

Studio	$1,595+
1 BED	$1,755+
2 BEDS	$2,271+

1 BED	$1,380
2 BEDS	$1,894

1 BED	$1,120
2 BEDS	$1,190
3 BEDS	$1,520

1 BED	$1,441+
2 BEDS	$1,813+
3 BEDS	$2,143+

Studio	$1,600+
1 BED	$1,710+
2+ BEDS	$2,300+

Studio	$1,202+
1 BED	$1,302+
2+ BEDS	$1,714+

1 BED	$1,335+
2 BEDS	$1,515+

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