Average Rent in Augusta, GA
What is the average rent in Augusta, GA?
The average listed apartment rent in Augusta, GA is $1,517 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 349 priced apartments in 18 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 5, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
18 apartment buildings, 349 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Augusta, GACheapest
$850/mo
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18
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Units
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 18 properties in Augusta, GA.
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Average Rent by Property
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Rent by Bedroom Count
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Augusta, GA Rent Prices
All 18 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Village Square at Olde Town
405 Hale St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Pinewood at National Hills Apartments
1075 Bertram Rd, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
Sanctuary Apartments
5000 Sanctuary Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
MacArthur Park Apartments
101 Little Rock Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
The Downtowner
505 13th St Apt C1, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
The Turn
1035 Alexander Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
Argento at Riverwatch Apartments
420 Topgolf Wy, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Village Square at Olde Town 405 Hale St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA | $850 | $875 | $0.97/ft² | 3.9 (18) | 6 |
| 2 | Pinewood at National Hills Apartments 1075 Bertram Rd, Augusta, GA 30909, USA | $899 | $1,087 | $1.10/ft² | 4.2 (137) | 12 |
| 3 | Sanctuary Apartments 5000 Sanctuary Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, USA | $969 | $1,232 | $1.33/ft² | 4.6 (140) | 25 |
| 4 | MacArthur Park Apartments 101 Little Rock Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, USA | $989 as of Oct 13 | $1,152 | $1.66/ft² | 4.4 (97) | 16 |
| 5 | The Downtowner 505 13th St Apt C1, Augusta, GA 30901, USA | $1,000 as of Sep 1 | $1,115 | $1.17/ft² | 3.9 (105) | 3 |
| 6 | The Turn 1035 Alexander Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, USA | $1,032 | $1,336 | $1.20/ft² | 4.1 (104) | 21 |
| 7 | Argento at Riverwatch Apartments 420 Topgolf Wy, Augusta, GA 30909, USA | $1,251 | $1,586 | $1.46/ft² | 4.4 (172) | 29 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Village Square at Olde Town
3.9 (18)405 Hale St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Pinewood at National Hills Apartments
4.2 (137)1075 Bertram Rd, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
Sanctuary Apartments
4.6 (140)5000 Sanctuary Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
MacArthur Park Apartments
4.4 (97)101 Little Rock Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
The Downtowner
3.9 (105)505 13th St Apt C1, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
The Turn
4.1 (104)1035 Alexander Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
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Augusta, GA neighborhoods
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Augusta, GA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Augusta, GA is $1,517 per month, based on 349 units across 18 apartment communities.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,437/mo | $1,386/mo | 9 |
| 1 Bed | $1,376/mo | $850/mo | 108 |
| 2 Bed | $1,571/mo | $850/mo | 213 |
| 3 Bed | $1,847/mo | $1,463/mo | 17 |
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.
Market Context
Who rents in Augusta, GA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Augusta, GA averages $1,376/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,571/mo. At the local median household income of $53,134, that works out to 34% 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 Augusta, GA at $1,087/mo. The current tracked market average runs 40% 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 Augusta, GA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Augusta, 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
$61,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,517/mo.
Comfortable income
$73,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($850/mo), you need to earn at least $34,000/year.
Median household income in Augusta, GA is $53,134 , about 27% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Augusta, GA
Overall prices in Augusta, GA runs below the national average by about 9% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 91.2, 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 Augusta, GA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,517 |
| Utilities | $292 |
| Groceries | $519 |
| Transportation | $695 |
| Healthcare | $339 |
| Other goods and services | $542 |
| Estimated total | $3,905/mo |
Population
201,504
Median household income
$53,134
Census median rent
$1,087/mo
Census rent burden
33.7%
Median age
34.9
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 Augusta, GA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Augusta, GA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | $2,159 | +42% | -2% | 224 |
| Athens, GA | $1,590 | +5% | +0.9% | 33 |
| Smyrna, GA | $1,677 | +11% | -3.9% | 24 |
| Alpharetta, GA | $1,806 | +19% | +3.9% | 22 |
| Albany, GA | $857 | -44% | -19.6% | 20 |
| Marietta, GA | $1,578 | +4% | +3.2% | 20 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Augusta, GA?
The average listed apartment rent in Augusta, GA is $1,517 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 349 priced apartments in 18 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Augusta, GA?
The median asking rent in Augusta, GA is $1,511 per month, computed from 349 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,517/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Augusta, GA?
The lowest available rent in Augusta, GA starts at $850 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Augusta, GA?
1-bedroom apartments in Augusta, GA average $1,376/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $850/mo across 108 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Augusta, GA?
2-bedroom apartments in Augusta, GA average $1,571/mo. Units start from $850/mo across 213 units currently listed.
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