3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Gainesville, GA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Gainesville, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,635 and +14% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-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 3-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 3-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jesup | $691 |
| 2 | Waycross | $1,130 |
| 3 | Albany | $1,138 |
| 4 | Ellijay | $1,170 |
| 5 | Bogart | $1,171 |
| 6 | Dublin | $1,230 |
| 7 | Milledgeville | $1,260 |
| 8 | Springfield | $1,269 |
| 9 | Calhoun | $1,270 |
| 10 | Bremen | $1,370 |
| 11 | Commerce | $1,380 |
| 12 | Statesboro | $1,390 |
| 13 | Kingsland | $1,400 |
| 14 | Rockmart | $1,400 |
| 15 | Emerson | $1,431 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,990 |
| 2 | Richmond Hill | $2,870 |
| 3 | Johns Creek | $2,840 |
| 4 | Alpharetta | $2,830 |
| 5 | Peachtree City | $2,800 |
| 6 | Grayson | $2,630 |
| 7 | Cumming | $2,580 |
| 8 | Powder Springs | $2,570 |
| 9 | Snellville | $2,550 |
| 10 | Buford | $2,550 |
| 11 | Milton | $2,540 |
| 12 | Lawrenceville | $2,540 |
| 13 | Auburn | $2,540 |
| 14 | Woodstock | $2,530 |
| 15 | Port Wentworth | $2,500 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Gainesville.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Gainesville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood, GA | 5.6 mi | $1,890 | +$57 (+3%) |
| Flowery Branch, GA | 9.7 mi | $2,190 | +$357 (+19%) |
| Braselton, GA | 15.1 mi | $1,925 | +$92 (+5%) |
| Pendergrass, GA | 16 mi | $1,710 | $-123 (-7%) |
| Buford, GA | 16.3 mi | $2,550 | +$717 (+39%) |
| Hoschton, GA | 16.6 mi | $1,722 | $-111 (-6%) |
| Sugar Hill, GA | 18.3 mi | $2,039 | +$206 (+11%) |
| Dahlonega, GA | 20.3 mi | $1,460 | $-373 (-20%) |
| Auburn, GA | 20.3 mi | $2,540 | +$707 (+39%) |
| Cumming, GA | 20.5 mi | $2,580 | +$747 (+41%) |
| Dawsonville, GA | 20.8 mi | $1,970 | +$137 (+7%) |
| Suwanee, GA | 23.1 mi | $2,145 | +$312 (+17%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Gainesville — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Gainesville?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Gainesville, Georgia is $1,833 per month. This is +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,635.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Gainesville?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $73,320 ($6,110/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.25/hour at a full-time job.
Is Gainesville expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Gainesville's 3-bedroom median of $1,833 is +14% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 35th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Gainesville rank for 3-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 134 cities in Georgia with 3-bedroom data, Gainesville ranks #60 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Gainesville?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Pendergrass ($1,710), Hoschton ($1,722), Dahlonega ($1,460).