What is the average apartment size in Savannah?

The average size for a Savannah, GA apartment is 954 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 Savannah?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Savannah is $1,753 per month, a 3.29% increase from last years average of $1,697.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Savannah?

In Savannah, studios rent for $1,610 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,596 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,745 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,027 per month

What is the average apartment size in Savannah?

The typical apartment in Savannah offers about 954 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Savannah?

Studio apartments in Savannah average 486 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 741 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,049 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,334 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Savannah?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Savannah include West Savannah ($1,087/month), Garden City ($1,272/month), and Oakhurst ($1,291/month), all below the citywide average of $1,753.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Savannah?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Savannah are Downtown Savannah ($1,994/month), Hitch Village - Fred Wessels Homes ($2,633/month), and Yamacraw Village ($2,802/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Savannah, GA Rental Market Trends

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

The typical rent budget in Savannah ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 41% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Savannah?

In Savannah, 56% of households rent while 44% 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 Savannah is $1,753, a 3.29% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,697.

Studio Apartments at $1,610 offer the most budget-friendly option with 486 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 741 square feet for $1,596, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,745 offer 1,049 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,334 sq ft) for $2,027, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Savannah, GA

Last updated: February 18, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,753	954 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,610	486 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,596	741 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,745	1,049 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,027	1,334 sq. ft.

Savannah, GA rent trends

Rental prices in Savannah, GA have increased by 3.29% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,697 to $1,753.

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

The largest share of rentals in Savannah, GA (41%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Savannah, GA?

32,613 or 56% of the households in Savannah, GA are renter-occupied while 26,019 or 44% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Savannah?

West Savannah $1,087/month

Garden City $1,272/month

Oakhurst $1,291/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,753/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Savannah?

Downtown Savannah $1,994/month

Hitch Village - Fred Wessels Homes $2,633/month

Yamacraw Village $2,802/month

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

Average Rent in Savannah, GA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Yamacraw Village	$2,802
Hitch Village - Fred Wessels Homes	$2,633
Downtown Savannah	$1,994
LePageville	$1,827
Chatham Parkway	$1,681
Teal Lake - Gateway Village - South Oaks - Canebreak	$1,652
Godley Station	$1,650
Victory Heights	$1,573
Leeds Gate - Colonial Village - Hunters Chase	$1,554
Wilshire Estates - Savannah Mall	$1,529
Oakdale	$1,509
White Bluff	$1,469
Feiler Park - Hussars Terrace - Dittmerville	$1,450
Benjamin Van Clark Park	$1,414
The Village - Rio - Armstrong	$1,351
Paradise Park	$1,317
Oakhurst	$1,291
Garden City	$1,272
West Savannah	$1,087

Savannah | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Benjamin Van Clark Park is 16% lower than in Chatham Parkway

$1,414

Benjamin Van Clark Park rent is 19% lower than Savannah average

Average Rent $1,414

$1,681

Chatham Parkway rent is 4% lower than Savannah average

Average Rent $1,681

How Savannah Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Savannah	$1,753
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
Beaufort, SC	$1,681
Hinesville, GA	$1,499
Pooler, GA	$1,781
Bluffton, SC	$2,019
Port Royal, SC	$1,440
Bloomingdale, GA	$1,637
Richmond Hill, GA	$1,851
Hardeeville, SC	$1,927
Hilton Head Island, SC	$2,799
Okatie, SC	$1,871

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 Savannah 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.