Savannah, GA is a town known for its haunting history and Southern charm. Museums located throughout the city and tourist-favorite ghost tours explain the town’s rich history. Savannah’s stunning architecture coupled with its beautiful natural scenery offers renters a setting they can’t refuse.
Five affordable neighborhoods in Savannah are:
West Savannah
Average One Bedroom Rent in Savannah- $1,580
Average One Bedroom Rent in West Savannah- $983
West Savannah is located exactly where you think it would be- on the west side of the city! This walkable community is perfect for people of all ages. Whether you want to venture into historic Downtown Savannah or visit local Bartow Park, West Savannah is situated in the perfect spot to get you wherever you want to go in the city.
The fun doesn’t stop there-if you’re a fan of live music or want to immerse yourself in the eerie history of Savannah’s supposed haunted houses, Reynold’s Square is your one-stop shop for all things entertainment.
West Savannah provides direct access to I-516 and falls on the local public transportation line, Chatham Area Transit, or the CAT system.
Highland Park
Average One Bedroom Rent in Savannah- $1,580
Average One Bedroom Rent in Highland Park- $1,397
Highland Park is a community located 10 miles outside of Downtown Savannah. Residents can enjoy the seclusion of the suburbs while also having easy access to the hustle and bustle of downtown living. With Spanish moss trees towering over the roads and the closeness of the Savannah Botanical Gardens, there is no shortage of natural scenery.
Local outdoor attractions like Lake Mayer Park and the connecting Truman Linear Park Trail are the go-to spots for running and walking. If that is not quite your speed, a 27-hole golf course in Bacon Park is the perfect way to de-stress. Jennifer Ross Soccer Complex and the Chatham County Aquatic Center offer activities for people of all ages, including an Olympic-sized pool!
With its proximity to Savannah’s main roads and offerings of bus line transit via the CAT system, Highland Park is the perfect community for people from all walks of life.
Leeds Gate-Colonial Village
Average One Bedroom Rent in Savannah- $1,580
Average One Bedroom Rent in Leeds Gate-Colonial Village- $1,436
Located seven miles south of Downtown Savannah, Leeds Gate-Colonial Village is near all kinds of entertainment. Whether you want to go shopping at Oglethorpe Mall or play a few rounds at Hunter Golf Club, this community is in perfect proximity and offers something for everyone.
History runs rampant through the city of Savannah but runs particularly deep in Leeds Gate-Colonial Village. Residents can visit the Wormsloe Estate, an estate built in 1733 by Noble Jones, one of the original settlers of Savannah who arrived with James Oglethorpe. Local museums are sure to pique the interests of history buffs seeking to rent in the city.
This community offers direct access to Abercorn Street, the easiest route to Downtown Savannah, as well as Truman Parkway, which connects drivers to multiple destinations throughout the city and I-95.
Georgetown
Average One Bedroom Rent in Savannah- $1,580
Average One Bedroom Rent in Georgetown- $1,446
If you’re looking for a sense of camaraderie in your community, look no further than the suburbs of Georgetown. Recent road construction has made Georgetown the place to be if you want to live and breathe all things, Savannah.
Georgetown is located around 20 minutes from Downtown Savannah, although local offerings find residents staying in their suburban bubble. Whether you want to explore Burroughs Park, show off your skills at Henderson Golf Course, or visit the gardens and trails in the beautiful Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens, Georgetown offers it all.
The recent construction of the flyover on Route 204 has made traffic in and out of the city that much smoother. Georgetown also has stops that fall on the Savannah-wide CAT system.
Pooler
Average One Bedroom Rent in Savannah- $1,580
Average One Bedroom Rent in Pooler- $1,625
Pooler is a suburb of Savannah located 10 miles from the city and only 15 miles from the South Carolina border. Pooler is a growing community that offers a booming economy and multiple indoor and outdoor activities that are sure to attract a diverse group of renters.
Lovers of nature and wildlife thrive in Pooler, with the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, Tybee Island, and The Pooler Recreation Complex all standing less than 35 miles from the city. Attractions throughout the city can be historical, like the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, or entertaining, like Pooler Parkway, a road that is home to Tanger Outlets Savannah and Royal Cinemas 14, which has one of the world’s largest IMAX theaters. Off U.S. 80 is where you can find Pooler’s local and small businesses. The moral of the story- there is something for everyone in Pooler.
Direct access to I-16 and U.S. Route 80 exist at the Southern edge of the city. The CAT system also serves a section of Pooler, making the journey into the heart of Savannah that much easier.
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Apartment rent data provided by CoStar Group’s June 2025 reports
