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Rental Market Trends in Decatur, GA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Decatur, GA is $1,389/month.

Rent in Decatur is 17% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,389/month

Average Rent

750 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.4%

Change / Year

2,523

Available Apartments

Decatur rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Decatur average $1,471 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Decatur average $1,389 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Decatur average $1,557 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Decatur average $1,771 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,471/month
580 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,389/month
750 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,557/month
1,076 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,771/month
1,355 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,021/month
368 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,724/month
934 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,233/month
1,392 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,707/month
2,063 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,722/month
881 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,704/month
1,180 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,123/month
1,552 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,714/month
1,346 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,021/month
1,510 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,692/month
2,775 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Decatur, GA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.4%, which averages out to $5 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Decatur, GA

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Decatur, GA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
5% $700 - $1,000/month
56% $1,001 - $1,500/month
27% $1,501 - $2,000/month
11% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Decatur?

Based on current rent prices, Panthersville, Waldrop Station and Greater Valley Brook are the most affordable neighborhoods in Decatur.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Panthersville
$1,220/month
763 Sq Ft
Waldrop Station
$1,238/month
650 Sq Ft
Greater Valley Brook
$1,294/month
797 Sq Ft
Kensington
$1,352/month
722 Sq Ft
Candler-McAfee
$1,459/month
745 Sq Ft
Decatur Heights
$1,672/month
757 Sq Ft
Great Lakes
$1,709/month
771 Sq Ft
Oakhurst
$1,870/month
737 Sq Ft
Belvedere Park
$1,910/month
774 Sq Ft
Avondale Park
$1,988/month
776 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Decatur?

Based on current rent prices, Glennwood, Sycamore Ridge and Medlock Park are the most expensive neighborhoods in Decatur.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Glennwood
$2,166/month
740 Sq Ft
Sycamore Ridge
$2,105/month
782 Sq Ft
Medlock Park
$2,080/month
787 Sq Ft
Downtown Decatur
$1,992/month
749 Sq Ft
Avondale Park
$1,988/month
776 Sq Ft
Belvedere Park
$1,910/month
774 Sq Ft
Oakhurst
$1,870/month
737 Sq Ft
Great Lakes
$1,709/month
771 Sq Ft
Decatur Heights
$1,672/month
757 Sq Ft
Candler-McAfee
$1,459/month
745 Sq Ft

Which Decatur neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Decatur with the most apartments available are Avondale Park, Belvedere Park and Sycamore Ridge .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Avondale Park
$1,988/month
776 Sq Ft
Belvedere Park
$1,910/month
774 Sq Ft
Sycamore Ridge
$2,105/month
782 Sq Ft
Decatur Heights
$1,672/month
757 Sq Ft
Candler-McAfee
$1,459/month
745 Sq Ft
Panthersville
$1,220/month
763 Sq Ft
Kensington
$1,352/month
722 Sq Ft
Downtown Decatur
$1,992/month
749 Sq Ft
Medlock Park
$2,080/month
787 Sq Ft
Greater Valley Brook
$1,294/month
797 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Decatur, GA?

Because the average rent in Decatur is $1,389, you’ll want to make about $4,630 per month or $55,560 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.

City

Decatur, GA

2,523 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Decatur, GA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Decatur, 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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Apartment Averages

Panthersville

Decatur, GA

Glennwood

Decatur, GA

Studio
$854/month
$1,277/month
One Bedroom
$1,059/month
$1,351/month
Two Bedroom
$1,252/month
$1,490/month
Three Bedroom
$1,462/month
$1,931/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Avondale Estates

    Avondale Estates

    Avg Rent: $991/month

  • Scottdale

    Scottdale

    Avg Rent: $1,084/month

  • Clarkston

    Clarkston

    Avg Rent: $1,094/month

Apartment Communities in Decatur We Think You'll Love

HALO

HALO

715 E College Ave,
Decatur, GA 30030

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,813 - $4,259

Abberly Skye Apartment Homes

Abberly Skye Apartment Homes

2550 Blackmon Dr,
Decatur, GA 30033

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,625 - $4,512

Clairmont Reserve Apartment Homes

Clairmont Reserve Apartment Homes

1575 Clairmont Rd,
Decatur, GA 30033

1-2 Beds | $1,491 - $2,117

Abberly Onyx Apartment Homes

Abberly Onyx Apartment Homes

2532 N Decatur Rd,
Decatur, GA 30033

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,589 - $4,764

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Decatur?

The average rent in Decatur is $1,389 per month, which is 16.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Decatur?

The average rent for a house in Decatur, GA is $2,233 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Decatur?

The average rent for a townhome in Decatur, GA is $1,714 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Decatur?

The average rent for a condo in Decatur, GA is $1,722 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Decatur?

Rents in Decatur, GA are decreasing, with prices down 0.4% year-over-year and $5 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Decatur?

In Decatur, GA, 56% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Georgia Decatur Rental Trends

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.

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