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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Modern appliances
  • Playground area
  • Beautifully renovated units
  • Scenic surroundings
  • Updated cabinets

Location

500 Pinson Rd, Albany, GA 31705, USA
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Management

Meridian Management Group

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Leasing office

(229) 304-2321

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9:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

East Lake Apartments earns a strong 9.5/10 Zumper Expert Rating, with standout marks for location, quality, trustworthiness, and value for money. Its prime location, modern appliances, beautifully renovated units, updated cabinets, scenic surroundings, and playground area contribute to its appeal, along with a solid amenities score and competitive pricing.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.5
Excellent
East Lake Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1x11 bed1 bath850 sqft$700 /mo2 units available
2x12 bed1 bath940 sqft$800 /mo2 units available
3x23 bed2 bath1,200 sqft$900 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for East Lake Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Dog ParkPlayground
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 cats max.

$15

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

$15

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Building details

Property details

Units114
Lease terms3–18 months
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About East Lake Apartments

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HomeApartments in Albany East Lake Apartments

Discover Your New Home at East Lake Apartments! Looking for a spacious, comfortable, and family-friendly place to call home? East Lake Apartments has exactly what you need! Located in East Albany, GA, our community offers 1, 2, and 3-bedroom flats designed for your comfort. We are under NEW management and have beautifully renovated units featuring new flooring, fresh paint, updated cabinets, modern appliances, and more! Enjoy our scenic surroundings, brand-new dog park, and playground area—perfect for both pets and families! Plus, our prime location keeps you close to schools, shopping, major businesses, daycares, and the Marine base. Affordable, spacious, and welcoming—come see why East Lake Apartments is the perfect place to call home! Contact us today to schedule a tour!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.5
/10
Excellent
East Lake Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated East Lake Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
East Lake Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, East Lake Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
East Lake Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
East Lake Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at East Lake Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
East Lake Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How East Lake Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away

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Managed by Meridian Management Group

Meridian Management Group

Meridian Management Group was founded over 20 years ago to provide a more complete, personalized management solution to owners and investors in the Southeast area. Over the years, we have become a leading provider of full-service, turn-key property management service.

Rent trends in Albany

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 10% higher than 1-bedrooms in Albany.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at East Lake Apartments to be 3% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Albany.

3-bedroom apartments at East Lake Apartments cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Albany.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Albany
A table of studio rental data trends in Albany
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$800
July 2024$800
September 2024$825
October 2024$684
November 2024$600
December 2024$600
January 2025$543
February 2025$543
March 2025$600
April 2025$375
May 2025$375
June 2025$652
July 2025$732
December 2025$1,100
January 2026$1,100
February 2026$1,100
March 2026$1,100
April 2026$1,025
May 2026$1,000
June 2026$1,000

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Can I afford to live at 500 Pinson Rd?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$28,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $700.
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Schools near East Lake Apartments

Radium Springs Elementary School

2400 roxanna rd

albany, GA, 31705

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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Albany near 500 Pinson Rd

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

2/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 500 Pinson Rd, Albany

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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