Studio Apartment Rent in Athens, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Athens, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +38% lower than the citywide median of $1,663 and +20% below the national studio median of $1,295.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Athens
Compare Athens's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 12 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 13 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 14 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Athens.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Athens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson, GA | 16.5 mi | $940 | $-95 (-9%) |
| Commerce, GA | 18.6 mi | $880 | $-155 (-15%) |
| Winder, GA | 21.8 mi | $1,300 | +$265 (+26%) |
| Monroe, GA | 24.9 mi | $1,210 | +$175 (+17%) |
| Pendergrass, GA | 25 mi | $1,080 | +$45 (+4%) |
| Bethlehem, GA | 25.8 mi | $1,640 | +$605 (+58%) |
| Braselton, GA | 29.1 mi | $1,300 | +$265 (+26%) |
| Auburn, GA | 31.4 mi | $1,830 | +$795 (+77%) |
| Dacula, GA | 34.4 mi | $2,160 | +$1,125 (+109%) |
| Loganville, GA | 36.5 mi | $1,700 | +$665 (+64%) |
| Flowery Branch, GA | 39 mi | $1,390 | +$355 (+34%) |
| Oakwood, GA | 39.8 mi | $1,200 | +$165 (+16%) |
Studio rent in Athens — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Athens?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Athens, Georgia is $1,035 per month. This is +38% below the citywide median of $1,663.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Athens?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $41,400 ($3,450/month gross), which works out to roughly $19.90/hour at a full-time job.
Is Athens expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Athens's studio median of $1,035 is +20% below the national studio median of $1,295. It ranks in the 30th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Athens rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 123 cities in Georgia with studio data, Athens ranks #28 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Athens?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Jefferson ($940), Commerce ($880).