2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Locust Grove, GA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Locust Grove, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +22% lower than the citywide median of $2,238 and +5% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Locust Grove
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 Locust Grove
Compare Locust Grove'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Locust Grove.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Locust Grove |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonough, GA | 7.6 mi | $1,925 | +$185 (+11%) |
| Griffin, GA | 13.7 mi | $1,410 | $-330 (-19%) |
| Hampton, GA | 14.4 mi | $1,850 | +$110 (+6%) |
| Stockbridge, GA | 16.1 mi | $1,740 | — |
| Rex, GA | 19.7 mi | $1,630 | $-110 (-6%) |
| Jonesboro, GA | 20.2 mi | $1,610 | $-130 (-7%) |
| Covington, GA | 20.9 mi | $1,650 | $-90 (-5%) |
| Conyers, GA | 22.2 mi | $1,677 | $-63 (-4%) |
| Ellenwood, GA | 22.8 mi | $1,900 | +$160 (+9%) |
| Lithonia, GA | 24.3 mi | $1,795 | +$55 (+3%) |
| Conley, GA | 25.8 mi | $1,300 | $-440 (-25%) |
| Forest Park, GA | 25.9 mi | $1,350 | $-390 (-22%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Locust Grove — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Locust Grove?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Locust Grove, Georgia is $1,740 per month. This is +22% below the citywide median of $2,238.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Locust Grove?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $69,600 ($5,800/month gross), which works out to roughly $33.46/hour at a full-time job.
Is Locust Grove expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Locust Grove's 2-bedroom median of $1,740 is +5% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 54th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Locust Grove rank for 2-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 134 cities in Georgia with 2-bedroom data, Locust Grove ranks #91 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Locust Grove?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Griffin ($1,410), Rex ($1,630), Jonesboro ($1,610).