What is the average apartment size in Decatur?

The average size for a Decatur, GA apartment is 977 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 Decatur?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Decatur is $1,553 per month, a 1.6% increase from last years average of $1,529.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Decatur?

In Decatur, studios rent for $1,260 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,450 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,592 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,789 per month

What is the average apartment size in Decatur?

The typical apartment in Decatur offers about 977 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Decatur?

Studio apartments in Decatur average 557 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 754 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,075 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,359 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Decatur?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Decatur include Sherwood Forest ($1,142/month), Kelley Heights ($1,185/month), and Shamrock Forest ($1,207/month), all below the citywide average of $1,553.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Decatur?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Decatur are Emory Parc ($2,041/month), Tuxworth Springs ($2,122/month), and Downtown Decatur ($2,164/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Decatur, GA Rental Market Trends

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

The typical rent budget in Decatur ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 49% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Decatur?

In Decatur, 34% of households rent while 66% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 21, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Decatur is $1,553, a 1.6% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,529.

Studio Apartments at $1,260 offer the most budget-friendly option with 557 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 754 square feet for $1,450, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,592 offer 1,075 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,359 sq ft) for $1,789, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Decatur, GA

Last updated: February 21, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,553	977 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,260	557 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,450	754 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,592	1,075 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,789	1,359 sq. ft.

Decatur, GA rent trends

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

The largest share of rentals in Decatur, GA (49%) 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 Decatur, GA?

3,129 or 34% of the households in Decatur, GA are renter-occupied while 6,095 or 66% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Decatur?

Sherwood Forest $1,142/month

Kelley Heights $1,185/month

Shamrock Forest $1,207/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,553/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Decatur?

Emory Parc $2,041/month

Tuxworth Springs $2,122/month

Downtown Decatur $2,164/month

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

Average Rent in Decatur, GA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Downtown Decatur	$2,164
Tuxworth Springs	$2,122
Emory Parc	$2,041
Ashbury	$1,848
Sargent Hills	$1,803
Stratford Commons	$1,731
Haver Hill	$1,694
Decatur Terrace	$1,692
Clairmont Heights	$1,660
North Druid Woods	$1,617
Highland Park	$1,575
Rainbow Estates	$1,533
College Plaza	$1,513
Glenwood East	$1,506
Evergreen Forest	$1,457
Panama Park	$1,438
Toney Gardens	$1,346
Hillside	$1,326
Georgia Perimeter College	$1,319
Austin Park	$1,306
Vinings Crest	$1,304
Meadowbrook Acres	$1,278
Norgate	$1,226
Shamrock Forest	$1,207
Kelley Heights	$1,185
Sherwood Forest	$1,142

Decatur | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Ashbury is 42% higher than in Austin Park

$1,848

Ashbury rent is 19% higher than Decatur average

Average Rent $1,848

$1,306

Austin Park rent is 16% lower than Decatur average

Average Rent $1,306

How Decatur Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Decatur	$1,553
Atlanta	$1,775
Jonesboro	$1,364
Augusta	$1,218
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
Riverdale	$1,263
Sandy Springs	$1,668
Duluth	$1,642
Hampton	$1,686
Fairburn	$1,618
Stockbridge	$1,566
Smyrna, GA	$1,587
Conyers, GA	$1,493
East Point, GA	$1,308

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 Decatur 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.