Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 22, 2026
Average rent in
Athens, GA
Average rent in
Last updated on August 22, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Athens, GA rent rose 2.9% year over year, with a current median of $1,544/month. Renters today are paying $43 more per month on average than last year as the market recovers from a low in mid-2025.
Compared to national trends
Athens is 19.8% more affordable than the $1,925/month national median, with 339 total rentals offering a smaller but accessible market for renters.
Price ranges
Studios rent for about $1,400/month in Athens, while 1-bedroom units are around $1,000/month and 2-bedrooms near $1,370/month. Larger units command higher rents, with 3-bedrooms at $1,898/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,100/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Athens rose 43.7% year over year, a notable increase compared to the overall citywide rise of 2.9%. This segment's growth marks a distinct trend within the city's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Athens
$1,544/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Athens is $1,544 per month as of August 2026. This is 20% below the national average rent, or $381 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Athens
339
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Athens rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Athens, GA
Average rent prices in Athens have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 3% 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
Athens, GA
Rent prices in Athens vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Athens is $1,277, whereas a house costs $1,800. 1-bedroom apartments in Athens run $1,000 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,300.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,400 |  4% | 194% | |
1 bedroom | $1,000 | 3% | 14% | |
2 bedroom | $1,370 | 1% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,897 | 4% | 9% | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | No Change | 11% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Athens, GA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,277 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,500 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,800 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $709 | 4% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
194%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
14%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,370
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,897
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
9%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
11%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Athens, GA.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,277
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$709
Last 30 days
4%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Athens, 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 Athens, GA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Athens and Bogart by all bedroom counts and property types.
Athens
20%lower than the national median
17%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Athens, GA is 4% lower than the median rent in Bogart, GA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,600
10%$1,699
12%$1,810
5%$1,830
1%$2,224
4%$2,195
1%$1,795
2%$1,650
1%$2,050
4%$1,775
10%$2,225
10%$1,550
2%Cost of living in Athens, 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 | 1% lower |
| Groceries | 1% higher |
| Health | 2% lower |
| Housing | 1% higher |
| Transportation | 4% lower |
| Utilities | 1% higher |
Discover rentals in Athens, GA
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Athens
3 beds
2 baths
$625
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Athens
157 Dennis Dr, Athens, GA 30605
4 beds
2 baths
$725
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Athens
2140 Lakeside Dr #1, Athens, GA 30605
4 beds
4.5 baths
$730
House for rent
Available Jan 1
3d ago
362 Washington Dr #4, Athens, GA 30601
4 beds
3 baths
$750
House for rent
Available Aug 22
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Athens
1257 W Hancock Ave #1257, Athens, GA 30606
3 beds
2 baths
$9,000
Condo for rent
3d ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$8,598
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Athens
260 Fairview St #1, Athens, GA 30601
5 beds
5 baths
$5,500
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Athens
160 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA 30606
4 beds
3 baths
$4,600
House for rent
4h ago
Verified
805 Zelkova Rdg, Athens, GA 30606
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$1,878–$2,438
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
110 Addison Rd, Athens, GA 30607
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,503–$4,621
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 8
13h ago
Verified
700 Mitchell Bridge Rd, Athens, GA 30606
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,341–$2,789
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
157 Talley Xing, Athens, GA 30601
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,500–$1,770
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
700 Fourth St, Athens, GA 30601
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250–$1,300
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
805 Zelkova Rdg, Athens, GA 30606
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$1,878–$2,438
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
110 Addison Rd, Athens, GA 30607
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,503–$4,621
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 8
13h ago
Verified
700 Mitchell Bridge Rd, Athens, GA 30606
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,341–$2,789
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
805 Zelkova Rdg, Athens, GA 30606
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$1,878–$2,438
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
110 Addison Rd, Athens, GA 30607
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,503–$4,621
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 8
13h ago
Verified
157 Talley Xing, Athens, GA 30601
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,500–$1,770
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
700 Fourth St, Athens, GA 30601
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250–$1,300
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Athens, GA
Quick answers to common questions about the Athens rental market.
How much is rent in Athens?
The average rent in Athens is $1,544 per month as of August 15, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Athens?
Average rent prices in Athens have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Athens rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Athens is 20% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $381 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Athens?
To comfortably afford rent in Athens, you'd need to earn approximately $62,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Athens?
September offers the lowest rents in Athens, running about 9% lower than October's peak pricing. This seasonal variation creates clear timing opportunities for renters looking to secure better rates.
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).