Apartments for rent in Atlanta: What will $1,500 get you?

Apartments for rent in Atlanta: What will $1,500 get you?1220 Mecaslin St. NW | Photo: Apartment Guide
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Published on April 23, 2020

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Atlanta?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to scoring affordable apartments in Atlanta if you've got up to $1,500/month earmarked for your rent.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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71 Howard St. SE (Kirkwood)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $1,401/month, this 699-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 71 Howard St. SE.

In the apartment, you can expect a walk-in closet and carpeted floors. Building amenities include a gym and secured entry. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1280 W. Peachtree St. NW (Midtown)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Located at 1280 W. Peachtree St. NW, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $1,427/month.

In the unit, you'll see hardwood flooring. The building has a gym, garage parking and a swimming pool. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is quite walkable, is bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1220 Mecaslin St. NW (Atlantic Station)

Photo: Apartment Guide

Finally, check out this 736-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's located at 1220 Mecaslin St. NW. It's listed for $1,510/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect a gym and a swimming pool. In the apartment, expect to see a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. The listing specifies a $200-$400 nonrefundable pet fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is quite walkable, is very bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

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This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, read on for five marketing tips for real estate agents to showcase local market expertise.

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