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Rental Market Trends in Watkinsville, GA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Watkinsville, GA is $1,696/month.

Rent in Watkinsville is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,696/month

Average Rent

559 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.6%

Change / Year

26

Available Apartments

Watkinsville rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Watkinsville average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Watkinsville average $1,696 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Watkinsville average $1,528 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Watkinsville average $2,085 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,696/month
559 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,528/month
909 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,085/month
1,246 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,130/month
1,324 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Watkinsville, GA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.6%, which averages out to $28 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Watkinsville, GA

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Watkinsville, GA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
25% $1,501 - $2,000/month
50% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Watkinsville is $1,696, you’ll want to make about $5,653 per month or $67,836 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

Watkinsville, GA

26 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Watkinsville, 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.

Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Watkinsville We Think You'll Love

Wisteria Ridge

Wisteria Ridge

1062 Wisteria Rdg,
Watkinsville, GA 30677

1-3 Beds | $1,695 - $2,365

2801 Hodges Mill Rd

2801 Hodges Mill Rd

2801 Hodges Mill Rd,
Watkinsville, GA 30677

4 Beds | $2,000

2850 Salem Rd

2850 Salem Rd

2850 Salem Rd,
Watkinsville, GA 30677

Studio | $1,195

1490 Crooked Creek Rd

1490 Crooked Creek Rd

1490 Crooked Creek Rd,
Watkinsville, GA 30677

3 Beds | $2,300

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Watkinsville?

The average rent in Watkinsville is $1,696 per month, which is 2.0% higher than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Watkinsville?

The average rent for a house in Watkinsville, GA is $2,130 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Watkinsville?

Rents in Watkinsville, GA are increasing, with prices up 1.6% year-over-year and $28 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Watkinsville?

In Watkinsville, GA, 50% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Georgia Watkinsville 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 June 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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