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Last updated on October 17, 2026
Average rent in
Decatur, GA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 17, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Decatur rent stands today
Decatur, GA rent rose 7.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,776/month. Renters today are paying $157 more per month on average than last year, with rent near the recent peak of $1,795/month in May 2026.
Compared to national trends
Decatur sits 6.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 420 total rentals offering a moderate-sized market for renters.
Price ranges
In Decatur, studios run around $1,575/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,307/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,550/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,850/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $2,172/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,950/month, while apartments sit at $1,501/month, consistent with the market's composition of mostly houses and fewer apartments.
Neighborhood spotlight
Clairemont Great Lakes rents rose 55.6% year over year to $2,450/month across 13 rentals, while Chelsea Heights rents fell 46.8% to $2,395/month across 21 rentals. These swings contrast with the citywide 7.0% rise, showing strong local variation in Decatur's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Decatur
$1,775/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Decatur is $1,775 per month as of October 2026. This is 7% below the national average rent, or $124 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Decatur
420
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Decatur rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Decatur, GA
Average rent prices in Decatur have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 7% 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
Decatur, GA
Rent prices in Decatur vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Decatur is $1,501, whereas a house costs $1,950. 1-bedroom apartments in Decatur run $1,442 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,495.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,575 | 1% | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,307 | 4% | 31% | |
2 bedroom | $1,550 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,850 |  1% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,172 | 2% | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Adair Park | $1,803 | |
Chelsea Heights | $2,395 | |
Clairemont Great Lakes | $2,450 | |
Decatur Heights | $1,934 | |
Downtown Decatur | $2,363 | |
Glennwood Estates | $1,850 | |
Mak Historic District | $2,363 | |
Oakhurst | $1,871 | |
Sycamore Street | $2,100 | |
Winnona Park Historic District | $1,930 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,501 | 1% | 3% | |
Condos | $1,525 | 2% | 4% | |
Houses | $1,950 | No Change | 6% | |
Rooms | $535 | 1% | 18% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,575
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,307
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
31%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,172
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Downtown Decatur
Average rent
$2,363
Glennwood Estates
Average rent
$1,850
Sycamore Street
Average rent
$2,100
Oakhurst
Average rent
$1,871
Decatur Heights
Average rent
$1,934
Adair Park
Average rent
$1,803
Clairemont Great Lakes
Average rent
$2,450
Winnona Park Historic District
Average rent
$1,930
Mak Historic District
Average rent
$2,363
Chelsea Heights
Average rent
$2,395
Apartments
Average rent
$1,501
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,525
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Houses
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
Rooms
Average rent
$535
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
18%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Decatur, 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 Decatur, GA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Decatur and Atlanta by all bedroom counts and property types.
Decatur
7%lower than the national median
5%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Decatur, GA is 11% lower than the median rent in Atlanta, GA.
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15%Discover rentals in Decatur, GA
1d ago
2307 Troy Cove Rd, Decatur, GA 30035
1 bed
1 bath
$600
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2892 Eastwyck Cir, Decatur, GA 30032
1–4 beds
1 bath
$760–$1,180
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Decatur
3006 Durban Ct, Decatur, GA 30034
3 beds
2.5 baths
$850
House for rent
Available Oct 1
1d ago
3321 Peppertree Cir, Decatur, GA 30034
1–3 beds
1 bath
$876–$1,299
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Adair Park house for rent in Decatur
211 Greenwood Cir, Decatur, GA 30030
5 beds
2 baths
$4,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Decatur
1340 Stanley Park Dr #150, Decatur, GA 30033
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,700
House for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Decatur
2303 Whites Mill Rd, Decatur, GA 30032
4 beds
4.5 baths
$4,500
House for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Decatur
4 beds
5 baths
$4,500
House for rent
2d ago
Verified
3961 Covington Hwy, Decatur, GA 30032
1–3 beds
1 bath
$920–$1,560
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
3000 Ember Dr, Decatur, GA 30034
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,400
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
4100 Glenwood Rd, Decatur, GA 30032
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
3073 Cedar Creek Pkwy, Decatur, GA 30033
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$986–$2,557
Price droppedTotal Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 14-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
3961 Covington Hwy, Decatur, GA 30032
1–3 beds
1 bath
$920–$1,560
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
3330 Mountain Dr, Decatur, GA 30032
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,285–$6,876
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2700 E College Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,612–$2,757
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
245 E Trinity Pl, Decatur, GA 30030
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,664–$3,275
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
3961 Covington Hwy, Decatur, GA 30032
1–3 beds
1 bath
$920–$1,560
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
3000 Ember Dr, Decatur, GA 30034
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,400
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
4100 Glenwood Rd, Decatur, GA 30032
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
3073 Cedar Creek Pkwy, Decatur, GA 30033
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$986–$2,557
Price droppedTotal Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 14-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Decatur, GA
Quick answers to common questions about the Decatur rental market.
How much is rent in Decatur?
The average rent in Decatur is $1,775 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Decatur?
Average rent prices in Decatur have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
How does Decatur rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Decatur is 7% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $124 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Decatur?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Decatur are Adair Park ($1,803/mo), Glennwood Estates ($1,850/mo), and Oakhurst ($1,871/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Decatur?
To comfortably afford rent in Decatur, you'd need to earn approximately $71,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Decatur?
December offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Decatur, with the lowest rents of the year and reduced competition from other renters, while June sees peak 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).