Last updated on August 14, 2026

Average rent in
Albany, GA

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Albany, GA rent stands today

    Albany, GA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $895/month. Month over month, rents increased by 1.1%, showing a recent upward movement in the market.

  • Albany rents are 53.5% more affordable than the $1,925/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value. The total rentals available number 99, a relatively small inventory.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Albany rent for $375/month, 1-bedrooms for $712/month, and 2-bedrooms for $815/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,000/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,185/month. Houses and apartments split the market evenly, renting at $1,000/month and $840/month respectively.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Jackson Heights rents rose 20.7% year over year to $875/month, contrasting with the citywide flat trend. Meanwhile, Winterwood saw rents fall 35.2% to $930/month, showing distinct neighborhood dynamics within Albany.

Median rent

Median rent in Albany

$895/mo

Flat

vs previous year

The average rent in Albany is $895 per month as of August 2026. This is 54% below the national average rent, or $1,030 less per month.

$0.85

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Albany

99

for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Albany rentals at each price point

65%49%33%16%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Albany, GA

Average rent prices in Albany have increased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same 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 $840, whereas a house costs $1,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Albany run $625 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $825.

Listings

Studio

$375

58%

30%

1 bedroom

$712

No Change

12%

2 bedroom

$815

4%

3%

3 bedroom

$1,000

1%

1%

4 bedroom

$2,185

3%

41%

Studio

Average rent

$375

Last 30 days

58%

Last year

30%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$712

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

12%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$815

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

3%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,000

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

1%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,185

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

41%

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

Median rent price$895
decreased by54%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$950
decreased by51%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Albany, GA is 6% lower than the median rent in Cusseta, GA.

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 & Services6% lower
Groceries4% lower
Health4% lower
Housing40% lower
Transportation12% lower
Utilities11% lower

Discover rentals in Albany, GA

1006 S Mckinley St - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

House for rent in Albany

House for rent

303 Flintside Ln - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

303 Flintside Ln

303 Flintside Dr, Albany, GA 31701

2 beds

1 bath

$550

Apartment for rent

1302 1/2 9th Ave #1-2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Albany

1302 9th Avenue - 1/2

1302 1/2 9th Ave #1-2, Albany, GA 31707

2 beds

1 bath

$625

Apartment for rent

Available Feb 1

309 Cleveland - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

309 Cleveland

309 S Cleveland St, Albany, GA 31701

2 beds

1 bath

$650

Apartment for rent

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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 $895 per month as of August 8, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Albany?

Average rent prices in Albany have increased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.

How does Albany rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Albany is 54% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,030 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Albany?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Albany are Riverfront Park ($875/mo), Downtown Albany ($895/mo), and Dixie Heights ($897/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Albany?

To comfortably afford rent in Albany, you'd need to earn approximately $36,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Albany?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Albany average around $640/month and two-bedrooms approximately $810/month.

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).

Apartments for rent in Albany