Average Rent in DeKalb, GA

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Current Versus Historical DeKalb, GA Rents

DeKalb rentals average $1,195 for a studio rental to $3,300 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,100, or roughly $19 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $627 (-34.83%) year-over-year from $1,799 to $1,173. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $636 (-28.48%) year-over-year from $2,234 to $1,598. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $531 (-21.96%) year-over-year from $2,417 to $1,886. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $157 (-6.87%) year-over-year from $2,282 to $2,125. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $83 (2.48%) year-over-year from $3,367 to $3,450. 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 15.58% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.52% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.04% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.49% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.98% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jun 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$24.88	$1,173	$1,799 (-34.83%)	$1,870 (-37.31%)
1 BR	$23.22	$1,598	$2,234 (-28.48%)	$2,224 (-28.18%)
2 BR	$19.59	$1,886	$2,417 (-21.96%)	$2,463 (-23.44%)
3 BR	$17.59	$2,125	$2,282 (-6.87%)	$1,930 (10.10%)
4+ BR	$16.13	$3,450	$3,367 (2.48%)	$2,405 (43.45%)

Historical Rents in DeKalb, GA

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Top Cities Near DeKalb

There are a total of 17 cities nearby DeKalb. The average rent in DeKalb is currently $2,400 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Marietta, GA, with an average rent of $1,840, 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 $3,325 per month.

Let's compare DeKalb, GA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 0.39% more expensive. Two bedrooms in DeKalb, GA are about 1.03% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 23.72% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 17 total cities near DeKalb, GA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
East Point, GA	N/A	$1,000	$1,375	$1,863
Dunwoody, GA	N/A	$1,554	$2,024	$2,003
Redan, GA	N/A	$1,000	$1,463	$2,075
Sandy Springs, GA	$1,435	$1,544	$2,025	$2,142
Atlanta, GA	$1,505	$1,810	$2,423	$2,400
Roswell, GA	N/A	$1,285	$1,900	$2,600
Smyrna, GA	N/A	$1,500	$2,050	$2,750
Alpharetta, GA	N/A	$1,722	$1,950	$3,100
Johns Creek, GA	N/A	$1,544	$1,913	$3,150
North Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,925	$1,800	$3,325

Top Neighborhoods Near DeKalb

There are a total of 2 neighborhoods in or near DeKalb. Some of these neighborhoods include Midtown and Old Fourth Ward. We've included all of these top 2 neighborhoods in or near DeKalb, GA in the following table.

The average rent for these 2 neighborhoods in or near DeKalb, GA is currently around $2,750 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than DeKalb's average rent, which is only $2,100. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near DeKalb, Midtown has the most affordable average rent at $2,500 per month. Whereas, at $3,000 average rent per month, Old Fourth Ward 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	$1,620	$2,000	$2,850	$2,500
Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, GA	$1,582	$2,050	$2,800	$3,000

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 Rockdale, GA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,200. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 6 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Clayton, GA. Its average rent per month is $1,750. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,200, Fayette, GA is the most expensive county by DeKalb, GA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in DeKalb, GA is 7.61% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in DeKalb, GA is 15.48% 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	$1,025	$1,357	$1,750
Walton, GA	N/A	N/A	$1,595	$1,873
Rockdale, GA	N/A	$1,375	$1,448	$1,895
Newton, GA	N/A	$875	$1,538	$2,000
Henry, GA	N/A	$1,432	$1,600	$2,099
Douglas, GA	$1,050	$1,160	$1,373	$2,183
Fulton, GA	$1,490	$1,792	$2,208	$2,400
Gwinnett, GA	$1,400	$1,484	$1,750	$2,400
Cobb, GA	$3,500	$1,575	$1,950	$2,500
Fayette, GA	N/A	$2,300	$2,098	$3,200

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 $2,366. A total of 9 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 30314, Atlanta, GA at $1,763 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,000 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 $1,550 per month. Or in other words, $26 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,896 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	$1,120	$1,500	$1,900
30318, Atlanta, GA	$1,505	$1,700	$2,220	$2,250
30309, Atlanta, GA	$1,910	$2,000	$2,815	$2,534
30308, Atlanta, GA	$1,593	$2,000	$2,760	$2,500
30316, DeKalb County, GA	$1,150	$1,927	$2,550	$2,700
30324, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,643	$2,200	$2,409
30033, North Decatur, GA	$1,195	$1,610	$1,980	$2,215
30305, Atlanta, GA	$1,600	$1,800	$2,800	$2,216
30312, Atlanta, GA	$2,000	$1,800	$2,410	$2,750
30315, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$1,127	$2,000	$2,382

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 $2,100. 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 $1,195 and an average price per square feet of $24.88. There are a total of 4 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 $1,550 and an average price per square feet of $23.22. There are a total of 138 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 $1,893 and an average price per square feet of $19.59. There are a total of 215 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 -0.35%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.28%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.22%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.07% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in DeKalb, GA?

A reasonable rent price in DeKalb, GA is around $1,680/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.