1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Chamblee, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Chamblee, Georgia as of October 2026. That's +15% lower than the citywide median of $1,916 and +17% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Chamblee
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 Chamblee
Compare Chamblee'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 | Kennesaw | $1,905 |
| 15 | Woodstock | $1,900 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Chamblee.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Chamblee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doraville, GA | 0.8 mi | $1,744 | +$116 (+7%) |
| Dunwoody, GA | 3.5 mi | $1,489 | $-139 (-9%) |
| Tucker, GA | 5.6 mi | $1,392 | $-236 (-14%) |
| Sandy Springs, GA | 5.9 mi | $1,426 | $-202 (-12%) |
| Clarkston, GA | 6.7 mi | $1,420 | $-208 (-13%) |
| Peachtree Corners, GA | 7 mi | $1,231 | $-397 (-24%) |
| Decatur, GA | 9.9 mi | $1,634 | +$6 (0%) |
| Johns Creek, GA | 10.3 mi | $2,130 | +$502 (+31%) |
| Atlanta, GA | 10.5 mi | $1,851 | +$223 (+14%) |
| Stone Mountain, GA | 10.9 mi | $1,637 | +$9 (+1%) |
| Roswell, GA | 11.4 mi | $1,449 | $-179 (-11%) |
| Vinings, GA | 11.9 mi | $1,518 | $-110 (-7%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Chamblee — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Chamblee?
As of October 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Chamblee, Georgia is $1,628 per month. This is +15% below the citywide median of $1,916.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Chamblee?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $65,120 ($5,427/month gross), which works out to roughly $31.31/hour at a full-time job.
Is Chamblee expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Chamblee's 1-bedroom median of $1,628 is +17% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 65th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Chamblee rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Chamblee ranks #91 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Chamblee?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Dunwoody ($1,489), Tucker ($1,392), Sandy Springs ($1,426).