Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Average rent in
Augusta, GA
Average rent in
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Rent in Augusta, GA rose 5.5% year over year to a current median of $1,350/month. This marks a $22 increase compared to last year, with rent easing 1.9% month over month since the peak in June 2026.
Vs. national rents
Augusta, GA is 30.4% more affordable than the national median rent of $1,940/month, with a city median of $1,350/month. The market includes 473 total rentals, offering an accessible option for renters seeking value.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents in Augusta, GA are at $812/month, with 1-bedroom units at $972/month and 2-bedrooms at $1,150/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,475/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,925/month. This range reflects the diversity of rental options by bedroom count.
Median rent
Median rent in Augusta
$1,350/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Augusta is $1,350 per month as of August 2026. This is 30% below the national average rent, or $590 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Augusta
473
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Augusta rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Augusta, GA
Average rent prices in Augusta have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 6% 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 $995 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,050.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $812 | No Change |  2% | |
1 bedroom | $972 | 1% | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,150 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,475 | 4% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $1,925 | 2% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Academy Bake Avenue | $1,195 | |
Belair | $1,872 | |
Highland Park | $1,050 | |
National Hills | $1,644 | |
Old Town | $925 | |
Richmond Hill | $1,097 | |
West Augusta | $1,725 | |
Westside | $1,475 | |
Wheeless Road | $1,150 | |
Windsor Spring | $1,400 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,050 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,349 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,450 | 3% | No Change | |
Rooms | $882 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$812
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$972
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,475
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,925
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
Belair
Average rent
$1,872
National Hills
Average rent
$1,644
Wheeless Road
Average rent
$1,150
Old Town
Average rent
$925
Richmond Hill
Average rent
$1,097
Windsor Spring
Average rent
$1,400
Highland Park
Average rent
$1,050
Westside
Average rent
$1,475
West Augusta
Average rent
$1,725
Academy Bake Avenue
Average rent
$1,195
Apartments
Average rent
$1,050
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,349
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$882
Last 30 days
2%
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
30%lower than the national median
5%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Augusta, GA is 27% lower than the median rent in Aiken, SC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,837
4%$1,475
9%$1,575
1%$2,190
7%$1,900
10%$1,850
3%$1,312
12%$1,895
1%$2,035
103%$1,895
11%$1,750
6%$1,387
11%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
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
237 Fox Trce, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1 bath
$575–$875
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
300 Applecross Dr, Augusta, GA 30907
2 beds
1 bath
$650
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Highland Park house for rent in Augusta
2 beds
1 bath
$795
$700
Price drop
House for rent
Available Jul 6
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
West Augusta house for rent in Augusta
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,700
House for rent
Available Jul 27
4d ago
West Augusta house for rent in Augusta
2504 Pinebluff Ct #1, Augusta, GA 30909
3 beds
2 baths
$3,500
House for rent
Available Jul 29
3d ago
Verified
237 Fox Trce, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1 bath
$575–$875
Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
50 Saint Andrews Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,650
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
420 Topgolf Way, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,590–$2,394
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
205 River Place Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,396–$4,334
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
222 Boy Scout Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,047–$3,309
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
1075 Bertram Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,131–$1,737
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
3122 Damascus Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$996–$1,652
Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
50 Saint Andrews Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,650
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
420 Topgolf Way, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,590–$2,394
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
205 River Place Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,396–$4,334
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
222 Boy Scout Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,047–$3,064
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
1075 Bertram Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,131–$1,737
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 August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Augusta?
Average rent prices in Augusta have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
How does Augusta rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Augusta is 30% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $590 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Augusta?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Augusta are Old Town ($925/mo), Highland Park ($1,050/mo), and Richmond Hill ($1,097/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?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Augusta average around $1,000/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,120/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).