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Last updated on September 16, 2026
Average rent in
Augusta, GA
Average rent in
Last updated on September 16, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Augusta rent stands today
Augusta, GA rent rose 8.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,350/month matching the peak rent level. Renters are paying $91 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Augusta sits 28.9% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a lower-cost market with 496 total rentals available for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Augusta rent for $795/month, 1-bedrooms for $962/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,106/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,450/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,850/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Goodale Landing rents fell 67.6% year over year to $986/month across 20 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 8.0% rent increase. This decline stands out amid rising rents elsewhere in Augusta.
Median rent
Median rent in Augusta
$1,350/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Augusta is $1,350 per month as of September 2026. This is 29% below the national average rent, or $550 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Augusta
496
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Augusta rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Augusta, GA
Average rent prices in Augusta have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 8% 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
Augusta, GA
Rent prices in Augusta vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Augusta is $1,050, whereas a house costs $1,450. 1-bedroom apartments in Augusta run $986 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,050.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $795 | 13% | 22% | |
1 bedroom | $962 |  3% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,106 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,450 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $1,850 | 2% | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Academy Bake Avenue | $1,195 | |
Belair | $1,850 | |
Highland Park | $1,165 | |
Lake Aumond | $1,320 | |
National Hills | $1,607 | |
Old Town | $925 | |
Richmond Hill | $1,045 | |
West Augusta | $1,334 | |
Wheeless Road | $1,137 | |
Windsor Spring | $1,400 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,050 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,399 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,450 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $895 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$795
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
22%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$962
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,106
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
Belair
Average rent
$1,850
National Hills
Average rent
$1,607
Wheeless Road
Average rent
$1,137
Highland Park
Average rent
$1,165
Academy Bake Avenue
Average rent
$1,195
Windsor Spring
Average rent
$1,400
Richmond Hill
Average rent
$1,045
West Augusta
Average rent
$1,334
Old Town
Average rent
$925
Lake Aumond
Average rent
$1,320
Apartments
Average rent
$1,050
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,399
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$895
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Augusta, 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 Augusta, GA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Augusta and Aiken by all bedroom counts and property types.
Augusta
29%lower than the national median
11%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Augusta, GA is 21% lower than the median rent in Aiken, SC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,700
3%$1,400
12%$1,525
1%$2,195
2%$1,995
11%$1,795
1%$1,450
9%$1,795
3%$1,671
58%$1,850
7%$1,735
$1,395
10%Cost of living in Augusta, 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 | 6% lower |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 8% lower |
| Housing | 32% lower |
| Transportation | 8% lower |
| Utilities | 4% higher |
Discover rentals in Augusta, GA
23h ago
1016 Laney Walker Blvd, Augusta, GA 30901
1–2 beds
1 bath
$282–$995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
237 Fox Trce, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1 bath
$575–$875
Apartment for rent
2d ago
300 Applecross Dr, Augusta, GA 30907
2 beds
1 bath
$650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2595 Kelly St, Augusta, GA 30904
1–2 beds
1 bath
$700–$900
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Belair house for rent in Augusta
2017 Willhaven Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
4 beds
2.5 baths
$5,600
House for rent
5d+ ago
Lake Aumond house for rent in Augusta
4 beds
3 baths
$4,100
House for rent
Available Jun 16
5d+ ago
Belair house for rent in Augusta
4 beds
3 baths
$2,850
House for rent
5d+ ago
Jamestown townhouse for rent in Augusta
233 Willowton Ln #233, Augusta, GA 30815
3 beds
2 baths
$2,800
House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Verified
237 Fox Trce, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1 bath
$575–$875
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
50 Saint Andrews Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,095–$1,605
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
205 River Place Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,452–$4,262
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
1000 Fairhaven Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,305–$2,225
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
3122 Damascus Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$902–$1,942
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2525 Center West Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$991–$2,043
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
222 Boy Scout Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,083–$1,752
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1075 Bertram Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,079–$1,461
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
205 River Place Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,452–$4,262
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
1000 Fairhaven Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,305–$2,225
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
3122 Damascus Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$902–$1,942
Price drop
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
2319 Spring House Ln, Augusta, GA 30907
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,142–$2,352
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Augusta, GA
Quick answers to common questions about the Augusta rental market.
How much is rent in Augusta?
The average rent in Augusta is $1,350 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Augusta?
Average rent prices in Augusta have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Augusta rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Augusta is 29% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $550 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Augusta?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Augusta are Old Town ($925/mo), Richmond Hill ($1,045/mo), and Wheeless Road ($1,137/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Augusta?
To comfortably afford rent in Augusta, you'd need to earn approximately $54,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Augusta?
April offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Augusta, with rents running about 3.7% lower than peak summer months. July sees the highest rents while April has the lowest, making spring searches more budget-friendly than summer timing.
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).