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Last updated on June 18, 2026
Average rent in
Augusta, GA
Average rent in
Last updated on June 18, 2026
Bedroom count
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. Renters today are paying $81 more per month on average than last year, and the median rent is at the city's peak level as of June 2026.
Compared to national trends
Augusta rents sit 30.8% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, positioning it as a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Southeast. The city offers 456 total rentals across a range of property types and sizes.
Price ranges
Studios in Augusta rent for $852/month, 1-bedrooms for $995/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,104/month, while 3-bedrooms reach $1,500/month and 4+ bedrooms $1,995/month. Houses command a median of $1,495/month compared to $1,056/month for apartments, reflecting distinct price tiers for different property types.
Neighborhood spotlight
Pepperidge rents fell 20.4% year over year to $1,463/month, marking the largest neighborhood decline in Augusta, GA. This contrasts with the citywide 8.0% rent increase and shows a localized cooldown amid broader growth.
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 June 2026. This is 31% below the national average rent, or $600 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Augusta
456
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 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 $1,056, whereas a house costs $1,495. 1-bedroom apartments in Augusta run $1,057 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,040.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $852 | 3% | 11% | |
1 bedroom | $995 |  1% | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,104 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,500 | 1% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $1,995 | 4% | 14% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Belair | $1,825 | |
Harrisburg | $995 | |
Highland Park | $1,097 | |
National Hills | $1,655 | |
Old Town | $912 | |
Richmond Hill | $1,147 | |
Summerville | $1,050 | |
West Augusta | $1,400 | |
Wheeless Road | $1,063 | |
Windsor Spring | $1,495 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,056 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,275 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,495 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $856 | 10% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$852
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
11%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,104
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
14%
Belair
Average rent
$1,825
National Hills
Average rent
$1,655
Wheeless Road
Average rent
$1,063
Highland Park
Average rent
$1,097
Old Town
Average rent
$912
Windsor Spring
Average rent
$1,495
Summerville
Average rent
$1,050
Harrisburg
Average rent
$995
Richmond Hill
Average rent
$1,147
West Augusta
Average rent
$1,400
Apartments
Average rent
$1,056
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,275
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,495
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$856
Last 30 days
10%
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
31%lower than the national median
10%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Augusta, GA is 23% lower than the median rent in Aiken, SC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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1%$1,450
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3%$2,200
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10%$1,895
6%$1,595
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7%$1,325
10%$1,949
9%$1,900
16%$1,375
12%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
1d ago
1016 Laney Walker Blvd, Augusta, GA 30901
1–2 beds
1 bath
$282–$995
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
300 Applecross Dr, Augusta, GA 30907
2 beds
1 bath
$650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Wheeless Road house for rent in Augusta
1940 Haynie Dr #5, Augusta, GA 30904
3 beds
1 bath
$650
House for rent
2d 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
Lakemont house for rent in Augusta
2415 Apricot Ln #1, Augusta, GA 30904
5 beds
3 baths
$3,750
House for rent
Available Apr 17
5d+ ago
Montclair house for rent in Augusta
226 Thread Needle Rd E #1, Augusta, GA 30907
5 beds
3 baths
$3,750
House for rent
Available Apr 14
5d+ ago
Jamestown house for rent in Augusta
3883 Crest Dr, Augusta, GA 30815
3 beds
2 baths
$3,600
House for rent
Available Jun 1
13h ago
Verified
50 Saint Andrews Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,095–$1,605
Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
420 Topgolf Way, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,565–$2,451
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
3122 Damascus Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$940–$2,539
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
205 River Place Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,531–$4,401
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
3122 Damascus Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$940–$2,539
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
100 Sterling Ridge Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,079–$2,959
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
1075 Bertram Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,111–$1,793
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
222 Boy Scout Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$3,131
Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
420 Topgolf Way, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,565–$2,451
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
3122 Damascus Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$940–$2,539
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
205 River Place Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,531–$4,401
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
1075 Bertram Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,111–$1,793
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 June 13, 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 31% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $600 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Augusta?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Augusta are Old Town ($912/mo), Harrisburg ($995/mo), and Summerville ($1,050/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?
Augusta's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $980 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,100 monthly. One-bedroom rents increased 2.0% from the previous year, but two-bedroom apartments saw a 3.6% decline in average pricing.
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).