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Atlanta, GA 30318
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Rental Market Trends in Atlanta, GA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Atlanta, GA is $1,656/month.
Rent in Atlanta is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,656/month
Average Rent
768 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.4%
Change / Year
16,632
Available Apartments
Atlanta rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Atlanta average $1,535 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Atlanta average $1,656 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Atlanta average $1,952 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Atlanta average $2,255 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Atlanta, GA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.4%, which averages out to $23 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
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Rent Ranges in Atlanta, GA
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
2%
Below $700/month
8%
$700 - $1,000/month
33%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
38%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
20%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Atlanta?
Based on current rent prices, Hammond Park, Hammond Park and Browns Mill Park are the most affordable neighborhoods in Atlanta.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Atlanta?
Based on current rent prices, Arts District, Ridgedale Park and Piedmont Park are the most expensive neighborhoods in Atlanta.
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Which Atlanta neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Atlanta with the most apartments available are Westside Atlanta, Westside Atlanta and Buckhead .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Atlanta, GA?
Because the average rent in Atlanta is $1,656, you’ll want to make about $5,520 per month or $66,240 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Atlanta, GA is 5.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Atlanta is 17.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,535 - $2,255. You can expect to pay 1.3% more for groceries, 1.7% more for utilities, and 3.6% more for transportation.
How does Atlanta, GA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Atlanta, GA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Vinings
Avg Rent: $1,316/month
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Decatur
Avg Rent: $1,389/month
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Hapeville
Avg Rent: $1,652/month
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East Point
Avg Rent: $1,117/month
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Smyrna
Avg Rent: $1,416/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Atlanta?
The average rent in Atlanta is $1,656 per month, which is 0.5% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Atlanta?
The average rent for a house in Atlanta, GA is $2,654 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Atlanta?
The average rent for a townhome in Atlanta, GA is $2,239 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Atlanta?
The average rent for a condo in Atlanta, GA is $1,882 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Atlanta?
Rents in Atlanta, GA are increasing, with prices up 1.4% year-over-year and $23 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Atlanta?
In Atlanta, GA, 38% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.