Atlanta · Budget
Atlanta apartments under $1,500/month
If you're looking under $1,500 per month, you're looking at studios in mid-tier neighborhoods, sharing 2-beds, or living slightly farther from campus. The neighborhoods below in Atlanta fit this budget.
Best neighborhoods under $1,500/month in Atlanta
Tech Square
Tech Square is the densest student housing zone for Georgia Tech — modern high-rises, walking distance to every CS and Engineering building.
$1,300 – $3,200/mo
Midtown
Midtown Atlanta is the central business + cultural district — walkable, vibrant, popular with grad students from Georgia Tech and Emory.
$1,500 – $3,800/mo
Buckhead
Buckhead is upscale Atlanta — luxury high-rises, Lenox Square shopping. Drive or MARTA to Georgia Tech.
$1,400 – $3,500/mo
Druid Hills
Druid Hills is Emory's home — historic neighborhood, walkable to campus, family-friendly.
$1,300 – $3,000/mo
Universities in Atlanta
Frequently asked questions
Can I really find apartments under $1,500/month in Atlanta?
Yes — 4 of our covered Atlanta neighborhoods have units under $1,500/month, especially Tech Square, Midtown, Buckhead.
Will I need a roommate to stay under $1,500/month in Atlanta?
Often yes — sharing a 2-bed is the most reliable way to stay under $1,500/month in Atlanta without sacrificing safety or commute.