What is the average apartment size in Augusta?

The average size for a Augusta, GA apartment is 940 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Augusta?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Augusta is $1,218 per month, a 0.83% increase from last years average of $1,208.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Augusta?

In Augusta, studios rent for $1,041 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,091 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,236 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,580 per month

What is the average apartment size in Augusta?

The typical apartment in Augusta offers about 940 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Augusta?

Studio apartments in Augusta average 477 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 708 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,024 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,309 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Augusta?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Augusta include Kissingbower ($893/month), Richmond Hill ($915/month), and Lake Aumond ($954/month), all below the citywide average of $1,218.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Augusta?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Augusta are Belair ($1,389/month), Downtown Augusta ($1,591/month), and West End Augusta ($1,595/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Augusta, GA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Augusta?

The typical rent budget in Augusta ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 55% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Augusta?

In Augusta, 48% of households rent while 52% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 18, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Augusta is $1,218, a 0.83% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,208.

Studio Apartments at $1,041 offer the most budget-friendly option with 477 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 708 square feet for $1,091, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,236 offer 1,024 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,309 sq ft) for $1,580, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Augusta, GA

Last updated: February 18, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,218	940 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,041	477 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,091	708 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,236	1,024 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,580	1,309 sq. ft.

Augusta, GA rent trends

Rental prices in Augusta, GA have increased by 0.83% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,208 to $1,218.

What's the typical rent budget in Augusta, GA?

The largest share of rentals in Augusta, GA (55%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Augusta, GA?

35,968 or 48% of the households in Augusta, GA are renter-occupied while 38,923 or 52% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Augusta?

Kissingbower $893/month

Richmond Hill $915/month

Lake Aumond $954/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,218/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Augusta?

Belair $1,389/month

Downtown Augusta $1,591/month

West End Augusta $1,595/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Augusta, GA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
West End Augusta	$1,595
Downtown Augusta	$1,591
Belair	$1,389
Montclair	$1,356
Hillcreek	$1,310
Martinez	$1,269
National Hills	$1,268
Barton Chapel	$1,208
West Augusta	$1,132
Forest Hills	$1,128
Tanglewood	$1,112
West Side Augusta	$1,104
Highland Park	$1,024
Southside Augusta	$1,023
Wheeless	$1,001
Summerville	$966
North Leg	$957
Lake Aumond	$954
Richmond Hill	$915
Kissingbower	$893

Augusta | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Barton Chapel is 13% lower than in Belair

$1,208

Barton Chapel rent is 1% lower than Augusta average

Average Rent $1,208

$1,389

Belair rent is 14% higher than Augusta average

Average Rent $1,389

How Augusta Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Augusta	$1,218
Atlanta	$1,775
Jonesboro	$1,364
Douglasville	$1,516
Lithonia	$1,376
Lawrenceville	$1,653
Marietta	$1,630
Covington	$1,715
Gainesville	$1,593
Stone Mountain	$1,295
McDonough	$1,718
Aiken, SC	$1,250
Grovetown, GA	$1,358
North Augusta, SC	$1,345
Hephzibah, GA	$1,098
Evans, GA	$1,603
Martinez, GA	$1,269
Graniteville, SC	$1,543
Warrenville, SC	$1,381

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Augusta apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.