Average Rent in DeKalb, GA

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Current Versus Historical DeKalb, GA Rents

DeKalb rentals average $1,565 for a studio rental to $3,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,156, or roughly $18 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $52 (3.41%) year-over-year from $1,513 to $1,565. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $650 (-28.88%) year-over-year from $2,250 to $1,600. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $459 (-19.69%) year-over-year from $2,333 to $1,874. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $117 (-5.04%) year-over-year from $2,317 to $2,200. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $200 (6.06%) year-over-year from $3,300 to $3,500. 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 up by 4.11% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.78% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.46% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.76% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.96% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$31.64	$1,565	$1,513 (3.41%)	$1,641 (-4.61%)
1 BR	$23.45	$1,600	$2,250 (-28.88%)	$2,240 (-28.58%)
2 BR	$19.38	$1,874	$2,333 (-19.69%)	$2,368 (-20.87%)
3 BR	$17.14	$2,200	$2,317 (-5.04%)	$1,924 (14.34%)
4+ BR	$16.16	$3,500	$3,300 (6.06%)	$2,369 (47.73%)

Historical Rents in DeKalb, GA

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Top Cities Near DeKalb

There are a total of 18 cities nearby DeKalb. The average rent in DeKalb is currently $2,463 per month. A total of 4 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that East Point, GA, with an average rent of $1,825, 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 $3,800 per month.

Let's compare DeKalb, GA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 0.61% more expensive. Two bedrooms in DeKalb, GA are about 4.66% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 19.32% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 18 total cities near DeKalb, GA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
East Point, GA	$1,300	$1,131	$1,400	$1,825
Dunwoody, GA	N/A	$1,579	$2,036	$2,019
Sandy Springs, GA	$1,450	$1,602	$2,025	$2,350
Mableton, GA	N/A	$1,750	$1,950	$2,425
Atlanta, GA	$1,505	$1,878	$2,500	$2,500
Smyrna, GA	N/A	$1,635	$1,898	$2,500
Johns Creek, GA	N/A	$1,676	$2,088	$2,950
Roswell, GA	N/A	$1,375	$1,973	$3,000
Alpharetta, GA	N/A	$1,735	$2,098	$3,300
North Atlanta, GA	$1,700	$1,800	$1,950	$3,800

Top Neighborhoods Near DeKalb

There are a total of 4 neighborhoods in or near DeKalb. Some of these neighborhoods include Midtown, Pine Hills, and Old Fourth Ward. We've included all of these top 4 neighborhoods in or near DeKalb, GA in the following table.

The average rent for these 4 neighborhoods in or near DeKalb, GA is currently around $2,933 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than DeKalb's average rent, which is only $2,156. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near DeKalb, Midtown has the most affordable average rent at $2,600 per month. Whereas, at $3,300 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	$1,645	$2,190	$2,950	$2,600
Pine Hills, North Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,698	$2,150	$2,900
Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, GA	$2,345	$2,250	$2,670	$2,965
North Buckhead, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$2,098	$4,073	$3,300

Top Counties Near DeKalb

There are a total of 15 counties located by DeKalb, GA. Some of these counties include Clayton, GA, Rockdale, GA, and Walton, GA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,150. That's roughly around $14 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 $1,800. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,000, Fayette, GA is the most expensive county by DeKalb, GA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in DeKalb, GA is 9.38% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in DeKalb, GA is 6.62% 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	$950	$1,414	$1,800
Rockdale, GA	N/A	$1,375	$1,500	$1,895
Walton, GA	N/A	$1,300	$1,475	$1,900
Newton, GA	N/A	$1,125	$1,395	$1,975
Douglas, GA	N/A	$1,300	$1,400	$2,100
Henry, GA	N/A	$1,316	$1,675	$2,150
Gwinnett, GA	$1,295	$1,500	$1,750	$2,445
Fulton, GA	$1,408	$1,800	$2,250	$2,500
Cobb, GA	$2,425	$1,615	$1,900	$2,500
Fayette, GA	N/A	$2,775	$2,300	$3,000

Top Zipcodes Near DeKalb

There are a total of 36 zipcodes in or near DeKalb, GA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,500. A total of 7 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 $1,850 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,275 per month is 30342, Sandy Springs, GA.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near DeKalb, GA is $1,588 per month. Or in other words, $25 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,900 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	$1,239	$1,610	$1,866
30318, Atlanta, GA	$1,535	$1,745	$2,250	$2,500
30309, Atlanta, GA	$1,600	$2,149	$3,052	$2,600
30308, Atlanta, GA	$1,720	$2,027	$2,723	$2,500
30316, DeKalb County, GA	N/A	$1,800	$2,750	$2,500
30324, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,616	$2,190	$2,800
30312, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,655	$2,300	$2,950
30305, Atlanta, GA	$1,200	$1,950	$2,641	$2,474
30307, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$2,185	$3,950	$3,850
30319, North Atlanta, GA	$1,700	$1,800	$1,975	$3,725

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 $2,156. 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 $1,565 and an average price per square feet of $31.64. 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 $1,600 and an average price per square feet of $23.45. There are a total of 113 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 $1,874 and an average price per square feet of $19.38. There are a total of 211 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 0.03%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.29%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.20%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in DeKalb, GA?

A reasonable rent price in DeKalb, GA is around $1,725/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.