BEST PLACES TO RENT

Georgia

Average Rent

$1,675

-0.9% YoY

Rent Comparison

3.1% Higher

than the national average

Rentals Available

23,480

Population

11.07 Million

Georgia Metropolitan Areas

Georgia is home to 15 metropolitan areas that combine southern charm with contemporary living, making it easy to find the best places to live in Georgia for renters. From the bustling capital of Atlanta to mid-sized cities with distinct character, the Peach State provides varied living options.Atlanta stands as Georgia's premier metropolitan area and serves as the economic center of the Southeast. The city features distinctive neighborhoods, with Buckhead offering high-rise apartments and Midtown providing cultural attractions and walkable living. The metropolitan areas of Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, and Alpharetta present rental communities with parks like Newtown Park and Brook Run Park. The Atlanta metro's transportation network, including MARTA rail service, connects these communities, making it one of the best places to rent in Georgia for those who value connectivity.Augusta and Columbus represent Georgia's other major metropolitan areas. Augusta, home to the Masters golf tournament and the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence, features riverside apartments in its revitalized downtown district along the Savannah River. Columbus, Georgia's second-largest city, offers apartments near the RiverWalk and downtown areas. The city's employment opportunities, anchored by Fort Moore and employers like TSYS and Aflac, make it one of the best places to live in Georgia. Additional metropolitan areas include Savannah with its Historic District apartments, Macon's Cherry Street district, and Athens' Five Points neighborhood—all offering distinctive rental opportunities in the Empire State of the South.

Atlanta Metro Area

POPULATION

6,337,371

AVG RENT

$1,733

# RENTALS

18,698

Augusta Metro Area

POPULATION

633,266

AVG RENT

$1,328

# RENTALS

604

Chattanooga Metro Area

POPULATION

583,637

AVG RENT

$1,436

# RENTALS

943

Savannah Metro Area

POPULATION

427,390

AVG RENT

$1,836

# RENTALS

1,393

Columbus Metro Area

POPULATION

324,204

AVG RENT

$1,141

# RENTALS

420

Macon Metro Area

POPULATION

234,674

AVG RENT

$1,210

# RENTALS

374

Athens Metro Area

POPULATION

223,268

AVG RENT

$1,472

# RENTALS

370

Gainesville Metro Area

POPULATION

219,163

AVG RENT

$1,495

# RENTALS

556

Warner Robins Metro Area

POPULATION

203,118

AVG RENT

$1,116

# RENTALS

224

Valdosta Metro Area

POPULATION

151,366

AVG RENT

$1,085

# RENTALS

Albany Metro Area

POPULATION

144,925

AVG RENT

$820

# RENTALS

Dalton Metro Area

POPULATION

143,977

AVG RENT

$1,385

# RENTALS

115

Brunswick Metro Area

POPULATION

115,087

AVG RENT

$1,498

# RENTALS

Rome Metro Area

POPULATION

100,027

AVG RENT

$1,284

# RENTALS

Hinesville Metro Area

POPULATION

88,829

AVG RENT

$1,983

# RENTALS

Georgia Rent Ranges

On average, rent in the state of Georgia falls anywhere from < $700/mo on the low end to > $2,000/mo at the max. Most rental prices fall within the $1,501 - $2,000/mo range.

Georgia Average Rent

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Georgia is around $1,675. Use the chart below to compare Georgia’s average rent prices over time.

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This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.