Average Rent in DeKalb, GA

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Current Versus Historical DeKalb, GA Rents

DeKalb rentals average $1,248 for a studio rental to $3,250 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,200, or roughly $18 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $194 (-13.47%) year-over-year from $1,442 to $1,248. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $706 (-31.30%) year-over-year from $2,256 to $1,550. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $349 (-15.28%) year-over-year from $2,282 to $1,934. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $8 (-0.37%) year-over-year from $2,233 to $2,225. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $303 (9.92%) year-over-year from $3,057 to $3,360. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 15.46% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.95% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.14% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.74% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.27% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$28.05	$1,248	$1,442 (-13.47%)	$1,856 (-32.78%)
1 BR	$24.59	$1,550	$2,256 (-31.30%)	$2,245 (-30.96%)
2 BR	$19.97	$1,934	$2,282 (-15.28%)	$2,242 (-13.75%)
3 BR	$17.48	$2,225	$2,233 (-0.37%)	$1,865 (19.30%)
4+ BR	$16.22	$3,360	$3,057 (9.92%)	$2,272 (47.91%)

Historical Rents in DeKalb, GA

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Top Cities Near DeKalb

There are a total of 19 cities nearby DeKalb. The average rent in DeKalb is currently $2,400 per month. A total of 8 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that East Point, GA, with an average rent of $1,778, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near DeKalb, GA is North Atlanta, GA. Monthly rents here are on average $4,200 per month.

Let's compare DeKalb, GA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 7.02% more expensive. Two bedrooms in DeKalb, GA are on par with the other cities nearby. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 12.22% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 19 total cities near DeKalb, GA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
East Point, GA	N/A	$1,099	$1,395	$1,778
Redan, GA	N/A	$825	$1,595	$1,938
Dunwoody, GA	N/A	$1,534	$2,054	$2,054
Sandy Springs, GA	$1,538	$1,600	$2,000	$2,200
Atlanta, GA	$1,428	$1,800	$2,490	$2,495
Smyrna, GA	N/A	$1,600	$2,200	$2,500
Mableton, GA	N/A	$1,500	$3,100	$2,500
Roswell, GA	N/A	$1,358	$1,845	$2,800
Johns Creek, GA	N/A	$1,599	$1,884	$2,975
North Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,305	$2,000	$4,200

Top Neighborhoods Near DeKalb

There are a total of 3 neighborhoods in or near DeKalb. Some of these neighborhoods include Midtown, Old Fourth Ward, and North Buckhead. We've included all of these top 3 neighborhoods in or near DeKalb, GA in the following table.

The average rent for these 3 neighborhoods in or near DeKalb, GA is currently around $3,000 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than DeKalb's average rent, which is only $2,200. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near DeKalb, Midtown has the most affordable average rent at $2,340 per month. Whereas, at $4,075 average rent per month, North Buckhead is the most expensive neighborhood in or near DeKalb. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Midtown, Atlanta, GA	$1,650	$2,000	$3,323	$2,340
Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$2,196	$3,201	$3,000
North Buckhead, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,899	$2,750	$4,075

Top Counties Near DeKalb

There are a total of 15 counties located by DeKalb, GA. Some of these counties include Clayton, GA, Walton, GA, and Newton, GA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,200. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 8 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Clayton, GA. Its average rent per month is $1,737. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,945, Fayette, GA is the most expensive county by DeKalb, GA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in DeKalb, GA is 11.89% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in DeKalb, GA is 15.92% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Clayton, GA	N/A	$1,217	$1,478	$1,737
Walton, GA	N/A	$1,200	$1,400	$1,800
Newton, GA	N/A	$1,200	$1,598	$1,900
Rockdale, GA	N/A	$1,650	$1,500	$1,925
Douglas, GA	N/A	$1,400	$1,375	$2,040
Henry, GA	N/A	$1,323	$1,497	$2,225
Gwinnett, GA	$1,928	$1,475	$1,750	$2,400
Cobb, GA	$1,275	$1,593	$1,895	$2,400
Fulton, GA	$1,484	$1,750	$2,244	$2,475
Fayette, GA	N/A	$2,675	$2,000	$2,945

Top Zipcodes Near DeKalb

There are a total of 38 zipcodes in or near DeKalb, GA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,400. A total of 11 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 30344, College Park, GA at $1,750 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,100 per month is 30319, North Atlanta, GA.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near DeKalb, GA is $1,553 per month. Or in other words, $25 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,922 per month. Which comes out to $20 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in DeKalb, GA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
30032, Belvedere Park, GA	N/A	$1,418	$1,588	$2,000
30318, Atlanta, GA	$1,480	$1,734	$2,250	$2,588
30309, Atlanta, GA	$1,650	$2,000	$2,916	$2,400
30308, Atlanta, GA	$1,623	$1,950	$2,850	$2,345
30316, DeKalb County, GA	$1,300	$1,721	$2,525	$2,550
30324, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,563	$2,148	$2,475
30033, North Decatur, GA	$1,195	$1,660	$2,200	$2,650
30312, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,768	$2,295	$2,600
30305, Atlanta, GA	$1,200	$1,750	$2,760	$2,200
30319, North Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,700	$2,150	$4,100

Frequently Asked Questions - DeKalb Average Rents

What is the average rent price in DeKalb, GA?

The average monthly rental price for DeKalb, GA apartments for rent is approximately $2,200. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do DeKalb, GA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in DeKalb, GA.

How much is a studio apartment in DeKalb, GA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,248 and an average price per square feet of $28.05. There are a total of 2 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in DeKalb.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in DeKalb, GA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,589 and an average price per square feet of $24.59. There are a total of 115 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in DeKalb.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in DeKalb, GA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,900 and an average price per square feet of $19.97. There are a total of 201 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in DeKalb.

How have rent prices in DeKalb, GA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in DeKalb, GA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.13%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.31%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.15%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in DeKalb, GA?

A reasonable rent price in DeKalb, GA is around $1,760/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.