Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on May 15, 2026
Average rent in
Albany, GA
Average rent in
Last updated on May 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Albany rent stands today
Albany, GA rent slipped 5.0% year over year, with a current median of $850/month. Renters today are paying $86 less per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially flat as of May 2026.
Vs. national rents
Albany's median rent of $850/month is 56.4% more affordable than the national median of $1,950/month. This positions Albany as an accessible market for renters seeking value compared to pricier metros.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Albany rent for about $310/month, 1-bedrooms around $648/month, and 2-bedrooms near $800/month. Larger units reach $997/month for 3-bedrooms and $1,298/month for 4+ bedrooms. These figures reflect the range of options available across bedroom sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
Winterwood rents fell 32.9% year over year to $929/month across 19 rentals, contrasting with the citywide decline of 5.0%. Jackson Heights saw a 45.5% rise to $800/month, showing divergent neighborhood trends within Albany.
Median rent
Median rent in Albany
$850/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Albany is $850 per month as of May 2026. This is 56% below the national average rent, or $1,100 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Albany
131
for rent on Zumper.com as of May 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Albany rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Albany, GA
Average rent prices in Albany have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Albany, GA
Rent prices in Albany vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Albany is $800, whereas a house costs $935. 1-bedroom apartments in Albany run $675 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $825.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $310 | No Change | 5% | |
1 bedroom | $647 |  3% | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $800 | 2% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $997 | 1% | 11% | |
4 bedroom | $1,298 | 4% | 20% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Albany State University | $800 | |
Brook Hollow Cedar Lake | $895 | |
Calvary | $795 | |
Dixie Heights | $840 | |
Downtown Albany | $895 | |
Jackson Heights | $800 | |
Palmyra Heights | $815 | |
Radium Springs | $850 | |
Spring Hill Estates | $875 | |
Westwood | $872 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $800 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $750 | 7% | - | |
Houses | $935 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$310
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$647
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$997
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
11%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,298
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
20%
Radium Springs
Average rent
$850
Dixie Heights
Average rent
$840
Downtown Albany
Average rent
$895
Jackson Heights
Average rent
$800
Palmyra Heights
Average rent
$815
Brook Hollow Cedar Lake
Average rent
$895
Westwood
Average rent
$872
Spring Hill Estates
Average rent
$875
Albany State University
Average rent
$800
Calvary
Average rent
$795
Apartments
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
7%
Houses
Average rent
$935
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Albany, GA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Albany, GA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Albany and Cusseta by all bedroom counts and property types.
Albany
56%lower than the national median
59%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Albany, GA is 6% higher than the median rent in Cusseta, GA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$800
$930
$2,200
$1,395
10%$2,100
$1,500
34%$1,000
4%$1,550
37%$900
14%$1,100
$850
21%$1,150
7%Cost of living in Albany, GA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 12% lower |
| Groceries | 16% lower |
| Health | 9% lower |
| Housing | 51% lower |
| Transportation | 3% lower |
| Utilities | 16% lower |
Discover rentals in Albany, GA
9h ago
2603 S Jackson St, Albany, GA 31701
2 beds
1 bath
$475
Apartment for rent
1d ago
303 Flintside Dr, Albany, GA 31701
2 beds
1 bath
$475
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Albany
2 beds
1 bath
$535
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5d+ ago
1210 Gillespie Ave, Albany, GA 31707
2 beds
1 bath
$550
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Albany
1505 W 3rd Ave #A, Albany, GA 31707
Studio
0 baths
$2,900
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Albany
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Albany
3 beds
1 bath
$2,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Albany
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,000
House for rent
2d ago
Verified
2415 Brierwood Dr, Albany, GA 31705
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$725–$1,000
Apartment for rent
Available May 14
2d ago
Verified
500 Pinson Rd, Albany, GA 31705
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$700–$900
Apartment for rent
Available May 14
2d ago
Verified
12036 Putnam Boulevard, Albany, GA 31705
3–4 beds
2 baths
$1,296
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 17
6h ago
333 S Mock Rd, Albany, GA 31705
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$700–$950
Apartment for rent
Available May 14
5d+ ago
Verified
3315 Sylvester Hwy #63, Albany, GA 31705
3 beds
2 baths
$900
Apartment for rent
Available May 13
2d ago
Verified
12036 Putnam Boulevard, Albany, GA 31705
3–4 beds
2 baths
$1,296
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 17
2d ago
Verified
500 Pinson Rd, Albany, GA 31705
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$700–$900
Apartment for rent
Available May 14
2d ago
Verified
2415 Brierwood Dr, Albany, GA 31705
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$725–$1,000
Apartment for rent
Available May 14
2d ago
Verified
2415 Brierwood Dr, Albany, GA 31705
3 beds
2 baths
$950
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 30
2d ago
Verified
500 Pinson Rd, Albany, GA 31705
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$700–$900
Apartment for rent
Available May 14
2d ago
Verified
12036 Putnam Boulevard, Albany, GA 31705
3–4 beds
2 baths
$1,296
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 17
5d+ ago
Verified
2710 W Oakridge Dr #44, Albany, GA 31721
3 beds
2 baths
$900
Apartment for rent
Available May 13
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Frequently asked questions for Albany, GA
Quick answers to common questions about the Albany rental market.
How much is rent in Albany?
The average rent in Albany is $850 per month as of May 14, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Albany?
Average rent prices in Albany have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
How does Albany rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Albany is 56% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,100 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Albany?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Albany are Calvary ($795/mo), Jackson Heights ($800/mo), and Albany State University ($800/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Albany?
To comfortably afford rent in Albany, you'd need to earn approximately $34,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Albany?
Albany's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $650 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $790 monthly. These figures represent the current market rates across the city's available inventory.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).