Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Gainesville, GA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Gainesville rent stands today
Gainesville, GA rent rose 5.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,900/month. Renters today are paying $100 more per month on average than last year, with rent near the recent peak of $1,924/month in March 2026.
Compared to national trends
Gainesville rent matches the national median of $1,900/month exactly, placing it as a mid-tier metro with 201 total rentals available for renters.
Price ranges
Studios rent for about $1,072/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,356/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,550/month, while 3-bedrooms reach $1,999/month and 4+ bedrooms $2,450/month in Gainesville, GA. This range reflects the diversity of bedroom sizes available to renters.
Median rent
Median rent in Gainesville
$1,900/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Gainesville is $1,900 per month as of October 2026. This is about the same as the national average rent.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Gainesville
201
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Gainesville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Gainesville, GA
Average rent prices in Gainesville have remained the same 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
Gainesville, GA
Rent prices in Gainesville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Gainesville is $1,650, whereas a house costs $2,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Gainesville run $1,369 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,595.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,071 | No Change |  8% | |
1 bedroom | $1,356 | No Change | 11% | |
2 bedroom | $1,550 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,999 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,450 | 4% | 7% |
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 Gainesville, GA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,650 | No Change | 18% | |
Condos | $1,522 | No Change | 1% | |
Houses | $2,000 | 1% | 2% | |
Rooms | $942 | 20% | 24% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,071
Last year
8%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,356
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
11%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,999
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,450
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
7%
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 Gainesville, GA.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,650
Last year
18%
Condos
Average rent
$1,522
Last year
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$942
Last 30 days
20%
Last year
24%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, GA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Gainesville and Auburn by all bedroom counts and property types.
Gainesville
Equal to the the national median
17%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Gainesville, GA is 15% lower than the median rent in Auburn, GA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,230
6%$2,236
3%$2,394
11%$2,435
1%$2,100
8%$1,949
5%$2,106
9%$2,192
4%$2,219
7%$1,780
10%$2,051
2%$2,500
10%Discover rentals in Gainesville, GA
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gainesville
3 beds
1 bath
$600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
2400 Waterside Oaks Dr Sw, Gainesville, GA 30504
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,021–$1,541
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
4d ago
421 Piedmont Rd, Gainesville, GA 30501
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Gainesville
3923 Fraser Cir #2, Gainesville, GA 30506
2 beds
1 bath
$1,275
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 12
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gainesville
2819 Point Overlook, Gainesville, GA 30501
5 beds
5 baths
$5,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gainesville
5135 Laurel Dr, Gainesville, GA 30506
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gainesville
773 Bradford St Se, Gainesville, GA 30501
2 beds
2.5 baths
$4,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gainesville
3 beds
3 baths
$3,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
3h ago
Verified
1100 Park Creek Ct, Gainesville, GA 30504
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,269–$2,190
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
2350 Windward Ln, Gainesville, GA 30501
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,291–$2,076
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
1d ago
Verified
700 Washington St Nw, Gainesville, GA 30501
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,154–$5,941
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
20h ago
Verified
2745 Campus Pointe Cir, Gainesville, GA 30504
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$659–$2,302
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
2350 Windward Ln, Gainesville, GA 30501
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,291–$2,076
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
1d ago
Verified
700 Washington St Nw, Gainesville, GA 30501
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,154–$5,941
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
20h ago
Verified
2745 Campus Pointe Cir, Gainesville, GA 30504
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$659–$2,302
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,721
Price dropped $185Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 23
1d ago
Verified
700 Washington St Nw, Gainesville, GA 30501
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,154–$5,941
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
20h ago
Verified
2745 Campus Pointe Cir, Gainesville, GA 30504
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$932–$1,735
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
622 Shallowford Rd Nw, Gainesville, GA 30504
2–4 beds
2 baths
$2,055–$4,353
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 13-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
208 Valley Green Dr, Gainesville, GA 30504
3 beds
2 baths
$1,599–$1,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Gainesville, GA
Quick answers to common questions about the Gainesville rental market.
How much is rent in Gainesville?
The average rent in Gainesville is $1,900 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Gainesville?
Average rent prices in Gainesville have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
How does Gainesville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Gainesville is roughly the same as the national average.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Gainesville?
To comfortably afford rent in Gainesville, you'd need to earn approximately $76,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Gainesville?
October offers the best rental rates in Gainesville, with rents running approximately 6.5% lower than the peak pricing season in May. This seasonal variation creates clear timing opportunities for renters looking to secure better rates throughout the year.
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).