2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Gainesville, GA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Gainesville, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $1,635 and +8% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Gainesville
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 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Gainesville
Compare Gainesville's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,480 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,360 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,350 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,320 |
| 5 | Grayson | $2,180 |
| 6 | Cumming | $2,143 |
| 7 | Richmond Hill | $2,130 |
| 8 | Powder Springs | $2,130 |
| 9 | Snellville | $2,115 |
| 10 | Buford | $2,115 |
| 11 | Milton | $2,110 |
| 12 | Lawrenceville | $2,110 |
| 13 | Auburn | $2,110 |
| 14 | Woodstock | $2,100 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $2,048 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Gainesville.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Gainesville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood, GA | 5.6 mi | $1,570 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Flowery Branch, GA | 9.7 mi | $1,820 | +$300 (+20%) |
| Braselton, GA | 15.1 mi | $1,560 | +$40 (+3%) |
| Pendergrass, GA | 16 mi | $1,380 | $-140 (-9%) |
| Buford, GA | 16.3 mi | $2,115 | +$595 (+39%) |
| Hoschton, GA | 16.6 mi | $1,000 | $-520 (-34%) |
| Sugar Hill, GA | 18.3 mi | $1,581 | +$61 (+4%) |
| Dahlonega, GA | 20.3 mi | $1,180 | $-340 (-22%) |
| Auburn, GA | 20.3 mi | $2,110 | +$590 (+39%) |
| Cumming, GA | 20.5 mi | $2,143 | +$623 (+41%) |
| Dawsonville, GA | 20.8 mi | $1,630 | +$110 (+7%) |
| Suwanee, GA | 23.1 mi | $1,777 | +$257 (+17%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Gainesville — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Gainesville?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Gainesville, Georgia is $1,520 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $1,635.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Gainesville?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $60,800 ($5,067/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.23/hour at a full-time job.
Is Gainesville expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Gainesville's 2-bedroom median of $1,520 is +8% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 41th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Gainesville rank for 2-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 134 cities in Georgia with 2-bedroom data, Gainesville ranks #60 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Gainesville?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Pendergrass ($1,380), Hoschton ($1,000), Dahlonega ($1,180).