1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Athens, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Athens, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +35% lower than the citywide median of $1,663 and +23% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Athens
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Athens
Compare Athens's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,240 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,130 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,120 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,100 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,970 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,933 |
| 7 | Richmond Hill | $1,920 |
| 8 | Powder Springs | $1,920 |
| 9 | Snellville | $1,910 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,910 |
| 11 | Buford | $1,910 |
| 12 | Auburn | $1,910 |
| 13 | Lawrenceville | $1,905 |
| 14 | Woodstock | $1,900 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,851 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Athens.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Athens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson, GA | 16.5 mi | $940 | $-133 (-12%) |
| Commerce, GA | 18.6 mi | $890 | $-183 (-17%) |
| Winder, GA | 21.8 mi | $1,350 | +$277 (+26%) |
| Monroe, GA | 24.9 mi | $1,260 | +$187 (+17%) |
| Pendergrass, GA | 25 mi | $1,230 | +$157 (+15%) |
| Bethlehem, GA | 25.8 mi | $1,710 | +$637 (+59%) |
| Braselton, GA | 29.1 mi | $1,385 | +$312 (+29%) |
| Auburn, GA | 31.4 mi | $1,910 | +$837 (+78%) |
| Dacula, GA | 34.4 mi | $2,240 | +$1,167 (+109%) |
| Loganville, GA | 36.5 mi | $1,770 | +$697 (+65%) |
| Flowery Branch, GA | 39 mi | $1,640 | +$567 (+53%) |
| Oakwood, GA | 39.8 mi | $1,420 | +$347 (+32%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Athens — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Athens?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Athens, Georgia is $1,073 per month. This is +35% below the citywide median of $1,663.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Athens?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $42,920 ($3,577/month gross), which works out to roughly $20.63/hour at a full-time job.
Is Athens expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Athens's 1-bedroom median of $1,073 is +23% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 27th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Athens rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Athens ranks #25 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Athens?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Jefferson ($940), Commerce ($890).