Statesboro

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Statesboro, GA

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A landmark college town marinated in Southern charm

Small Town Affordable Historic College

Welcome to Statesboro, a southeastern Georgia community known for its rich heritage and educational opportunities as the home of Georgia Southern University. The historic downtown area features the Averitt Center for the Arts, which houses the Emma Kelly Theater, named for the celebrated "Lady of 6,000 Songs." Rental options are budget-friendly, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $911 monthly and two-bedroom units typically costing around $1,246. The area offers various residential neighborhoods, including those surrounding the university campus and the Market District.

Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at the Georgia Southern Botanical Garden and Mill Creek Regional Park, home to Splash in the Boro water park. As a regional economic center, Statesboro maintains a strong retail presence while preserving its community atmosphere. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy Georgia Southern Eagles' NCAA Division I events and Tormenta FC soccer matches at their new stadium. The city's musical legacy lives on through "Statesboro Blues," written by Blind Willie McTell in the 1920s and famously covered by the Allman Brothers Band. With over 33,000 residents, Statesboro continues to grow while maintaining its distinctive character.

Explore the City

Statesboro's downtown area is home to local businesses and retailers.

Statesboro is home to several large municipal parks.

Georgia Southern University is located in Statesboro.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Statesboro, GA is $816 for a studio, $1,095 for one bedroom, $1,334 for two bedrooms, and $1,754 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Statesboro has increased by 1.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,095/month
522 Sq Ft
House
$1,817/month
1,109 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,526/month
811 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Statesboro, GA is 10.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Statesboro is 19.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $816 - $1,754. You can expect to pay 5.3% less for groceries, 3.1% more for utilities, and 10.4% less for transportation.

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Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

49

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

New Nevils Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

481 Students

Bryant Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

748 Students

Mattie Lively Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

585 Students

Mill Creek Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

579 Students

Sallie Zetterower Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

736 Students

Langston Chapel Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

761 Students

William James Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

577 Students

Statesboro High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

1,760 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Georgia Southern Botanical Garden
  • Lamar Ball Raptor Center
  • Georgia Southern Planetarium
  • Georgia Southern University Museum

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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.