1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Fayetteville, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Fayetteville, Georgia as of October 2026. That's +18% lower than the citywide median of $2,205 and +29% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Fayetteville
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 Fayetteville
Compare Fayetteville'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 Fayetteville.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Fayetteville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peachtree City, GA | 7.7 mi | $2,100 | +$295 (+16%) |
| Riverdale, GA | 8.9 mi | $1,490 | $-315 (-17%) |
| Bonanza, GA | 9.4 mi | $1,289 | $-516 (-29%) |
| Jonesboro, GA | 9.4 mi | $1,450 | $-355 (-20%) |
| Union City, GA | 10.6 mi | $1,370 | $-435 (-24%) |
| Hampton, GA | 11.6 mi | $1,670 | $-135 (-7%) |
| Forest Park, GA | 13.8 mi | $1,220 | $-585 (-32%) |
| College Park, GA | 13.8 mi | $1,230 | $-575 (-32%) |
| Fairburn, GA | 15.3 mi | $1,810 | +$5 (0%) |
| Hapeville, GA | 15.7 mi | $1,728 | $-77 (-4%) |
| East Point, GA | 16.3 mi | $1,520 | $-285 (-16%) |
| Rex, GA | 17 mi | $1,470 | $-335 (-19%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Fayetteville — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Fayetteville?
As of October 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Fayetteville, Georgia is $1,805 per month. This is +18% below the citywide median of $2,205.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Fayetteville?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $72,200 ($6,017/month gross), which works out to roughly $34.71/hour at a full-time job.
Is Fayetteville expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Fayetteville's 1-bedroom median of $1,805 is +29% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 74th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Fayetteville rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Fayetteville ranks #111 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Fayetteville?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Riverdale ($1,490), Bonanza ($1,289), Jonesboro ($1,450).