Average Rent in Athens, GA
What is the average rent in Athens, GA?
The average listed apartment rent in Athens, GA is $1,597 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 333 priced apartments in 23 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 4, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
23 apartment buildings, 333 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Athens, GACheapest
$600/mo
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Athens, GA Rent Prices
All 23 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Newberry Apartments
325 Willow St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
Linden Lane Apartments
575 Macon Hwy, Athens, GA 30606, USA
Gran Ellen Apartments
495 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605, USA
The Woods at Normaltown - Prince and Sunset
830 Sunset Dr, Athens, GA 30606, USA
Accolade Athens
600 N Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
One Athens
1 Hanover Pl, Athens, GA 30606, USA
Eclipse on Broad
805 E Broad St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newberry Apartments 325 Willow St, Athens, GA 30601, USA | $799 as of Oct 31 | $990 | $0.72/ft² | 3.9 (285) | 9 |
| 2 | Linden Lane Apartments 575 Macon Hwy, Athens, GA 30606, USA | $875 | $875 | -- | 5 (1) | 1 |
| 3 | Gran Ellen Apartments 495 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605, USA | $965 | $978 | $1.51/ft² | 4 (1) | 3 |
| 4 | The Woods at Normaltown - Prince and Sunset 830 Sunset Dr, Athens, GA 30606, USA | $985 as of Oct 20 | $1,198 | $1.31/ft² | 4.4 (73) | 26 |
| 5 | Accolade Athens 600 N Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, USA | $1,005 as of Sep 30 | $1,303 | $1.17/ft² | 4.2 (511) | 25 |
| 6 | One Athens 1 Hanover Pl, Athens, GA 30606, USA | $1,010 | $1,207 | $1.04/ft² | 4.2 (33) | 5 |
| 7 | Eclipse on Broad 805 E Broad St, Athens, GA 30601, USA | $1,049 | $1,076 | $0.64/ft² | 3.4 (48) | 3 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Newberry Apartments
3.9 (285)325 Willow St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
Linden Lane Apartments
5 (1)575 Macon Hwy, Athens, GA 30606, USA
Gran Ellen Apartments
4 (1)495 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605, USA
The Woods at Normaltown - Prince and Sunset
4.4 (73)830 Sunset Dr, Athens, GA 30606, USA
Accolade Athens
4.2 (511)600 N Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
One Athens
4.2 (33)1 Hanover Pl, Athens, GA 30606, USA
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Athens, GA neighborhoods
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Athens, GA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Athens, GA is $1,597 per month, based on 333 units across 23 apartment communities.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,300/mo | $1,254/mo | 6 |
| 1 Bed | $1,545/mo | $600/mo | 128 |
| 2 Bed | $1,617/mo | $1,099/mo | 160 |
| 3 Bed | $1,776/mo | $875/mo | 35 |
| 4 Bed | $1,332/mo | $1,049/mo | 4 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Building Economics
How much do Athens, GA apartments earn?
The 5 buildings we can estimate generate about $1.6M in rental revenue per month ($20M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Asking / Leased | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Holden at Oak Grove | $452K/mo | $1,771 / $1,806 | 85% | 295 |
| 2.Paragon Luxury Apartments | $359K/mo | $1,648 / $1,609 | 93% | 240 |
| 3.Flats at General Time | $311K/mo | $1,672 / $1,590 | 89% | 210 |
| 4.Beechwood Pines | $260K/mo | $1,459 / $1,469 | 97% | 182 |
| 5.Ascent Athens | $258K/mo | $1,669 / $1,511 | 86% | 200 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Asking is the average listed rent; leased is the average rent at which units left the market. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Athens, GA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Athens, GA averages $1,545/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,617/mo. At the local median household income of $51,655, that works out to 37% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Athens, GA at $1,162/mo. The current tracked market average runs 37% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Athens, GA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Athens, GA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$64,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,597/mo.
Comfortable income
$77,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($600/mo), you need to earn at least $24,000/year.
Median household income in Athens, GA is $51,655 , about 33% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Athens, GA
Overall prices in Athens, GA runs below the national average by about 6% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 93.5, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Athens, GA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,597 |
| Utilities | $335 |
| Groceries | $520 |
| Transportation | $798 |
| Healthcare | $389 |
| Other goods and services | $623 |
| Estimated total | $4,263/mo |
Population
126,987
Median household income
$51,655
Census median rent
$1,162/mo
Census rent burden
36.3%
Median age
29.2
Mean commute
21 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Georgia
How Athens, GA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Athens, GA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | $2,160 | +35% | -2.7% | 224 |
| Smyrna, GA | $1,677 | +5% | -4.5% | 24 |
| Alpharetta, GA | $1,806 | +13% | +2.7% | 22 |
| Augusta, GA | $1,500 | -6% | -1.6% | 22 |
| Albany, GA | $857 | -46% | -20.5% | 20 |
| Marietta, GA | $1,579 | -1% | +5% | 20 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Athens, GA?
The average listed apartment rent in Athens, GA is $1,597 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 333 priced apartments in 23 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Athens, GA?
The median asking rent in Athens, GA is $1,639 per month, computed from 333 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,597/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Athens, GA?
The lowest available rent in Athens, GA starts at $600 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Athens, GA?
1-bedroom apartments in Athens, GA average $1,545/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $600/mo across 128 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Athens, GA?
2-bedroom apartments in Athens, GA average $1,617/mo. Units start from $1,099/mo across 160 units currently listed.
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