Buford

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Buford, GA

Area Guide

A classic Georgian suburb on the rise

Shopping Suburban Convenient Peaceful Great Schools

Located in Gwinnett and Hall counties, Buford combines historic charm with contemporary living near Lake Lanier. Housing options include townhomes and single-family residences, with current average rents ranging from $1,513 for one-bedroom units to $2,761 for four-bedroom homes. The Mall of Georgia anchors the area's retail scene, while downtown Buford preserves its historic architecture with local shops and restaurants. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at Lake Lanier Islands, and residents enjoy the Ivy Creek Greenway for walking and cycling.

Buford's history as a leather-manufacturing center shaped its development, and today the city continues to grow and evolve. The Buford City School District serves the community, while the Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center offers interactive exhibits and programs. The Buford Community Center serves as a cultural hub for performances and community gatherings. Housing costs have remained stable, with modest rent changes ranging from 0.1% to 2.5% across unit sizes. The city features several parks, the Tannery Row Artist Colony, and convenient access to I-985 and I-85.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Buford, GA is $1,039 for a studio, $1,440 for one bedroom, $1,689 for two bedrooms, and $2,132 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Buford has decreased by -1.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,440/month
804 Sq Ft
House
$2,508/month
2,360 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,306/month
1,828 Sq Ft
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Transportation

29

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

23

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Buford Academy

Public

Grades 1-3

1,297 Students

Ivy Creek Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

1,572 Students

Harmony Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

609 Students

Patrick Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

891 Students

Friendship Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

684 Students

Twin Rivers Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,616 Students

Glenn C. Jones Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,562 Students

Buford Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,426 Students

Buford High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,846 Students

Seckinger High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,638 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mill Creek Nature Center
  • Bogan Park
  • Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center
  • Lake Lanier
  • Rock Springs Park

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.