1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Atlanta, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Atlanta, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +3% lower than the citywide median of $1,911 and +33% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Atlanta
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 Atlanta
Compare Atlanta'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 (this page) | $1,851 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Atlanta.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Atlanta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hapeville, GA | 7.9 mi | $1,728 | $-123 (-7%) |
| Brookhaven, GA | 8 mi | $1,597 | $-254 (-14%) |
| East Point, GA | 8.3 mi | $1,520 | $-331 (-18%) |
| Vinings, GA | 8.9 mi | $1,504 | $-347 (-19%) |
| Decatur, GA | 9 mi | $1,634 | $-217 (-12%) |
| Conley, GA | 9.2 mi | $1,170 | $-681 (-37%) |
| College Park, GA | 10.1 mi | $1,230 | $-621 (-34%) |
| Chamblee, GA | 10.5 mi | $1,634 | $-217 (-12%) |
| Clarkston, GA | 10.6 mi | $1,420 | $-431 (-23%) |
| Forest Park, GA | 10.8 mi | $1,220 | $-631 (-34%) |
| Sandy Springs, GA | 11.2 mi | $1,448 | $-403 (-22%) |
| Doraville, GA | 11.3 mi | $1,744 | $-107 (-6%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Atlanta — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Atlanta?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Atlanta, Georgia is $1,851 per month. This is +3% below the citywide median of $1,911.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Atlanta?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $74,040 ($6,170/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.60/hour at a full-time job.
Is Atlanta expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Atlanta's 1-bedroom median of $1,851 is +33% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 77th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Atlanta rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Atlanta ranks #115 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Atlanta?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Hapeville ($1,728), Brookhaven ($1,597), East Point ($1,520).