True Cost of Renting in Augusta, GA

Augusta is simultaneously home to Augusta National Golf Club (the most exclusive golf destination in America), Fort Eisenhower (home of the Army Cyber Command — the military's digital warfare hub), and Augusta University Health — one of the Southeast's largest academic medical centers. That unusual combination creates demand at both the luxury and workforce housing levels.

Neighborhoods & Average Rents

Downtown Augusta / Broad Street

Studio:
$900/mo
1 Bed:
$1,100/mo
2 Bed:
$1,500/mo

Revitalized entertainment corridor along Broad Street; loft apartments above bars and restaurants. Most walkable Augusta neighborhood. Masters Week (April) rental rates spike 10–20x for annual rentals that allow short-term sub-letting. Georgia Power electric.

Medical District / AU Health

Studio:
$900/mo
1 Bed:
$1,200/mo
2 Bed:
$1,600/mo

Apartment corridor near Augusta University Medical Center and AU Health; targeted at medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals. Newer buildings near the medical campus. Good access to I-20.

Evans / Columbia County

1 Bed:
$1,300/mo
2 Bed:
$1,800/mo

Upscale suburban expansion area west of Augusta in Columbia County; newer apartment complexes near Fort Eisenhower gate. Preferred by military cyber professionals receiving BAH. Top-rated Columbia County schools.

Utility Providers

Electric
Georgia Power
Water
Augusta Utilities Department
Internet
Spectrum, AT&T Fiber, T-Mobile Home Internet

Commute & Transportation

Fort Eisenhower sits on the North Augusta, SC border 5 miles west of Downtown Augusta via Walton Way. Augusta University Medical Center is on the eastern edge of Downtown. I-20 connects Augusta to Atlanta (145 miles west, 2.5 hrs) and Columbia, SC (75 miles east, 1.25 hrs). I-520 (Bobby Jones Expressway) provides the suburban beltway. Masters Week (usually first full week of April) temporarily transforms commuting and parking around Augusta National — plan accordingly for April apartment searches.

Rental Market Overview

Augusta's rental market is shaped by three anchors: Fort Eisenhower Cyber Command (stable military demand with BAH), Augusta University Health (medical professional demand), and the Masters Tournament. Masters Week rental rates in Downtown Augusta apartments can spike dramatically — some landlords require annual leases with Masters sub-letting clauses at premium rates. Fort Eisenhower's Cyber mission attracts highly-compensated GS and contractor personnel with BAH rates at $1,400–1,800/month for the Columbia County area. Georgia Power summer bills average $100–170/month.

Data last updated: 2026-04

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Renting in Augusta: Common Questions

What is the average rent in Augusta?
One-bedroom apartments in Augusta range from $1,100/month in Downtown Augusta / Broad Street to $1,300/month in Evans / Columbia County. Two-bedroom units range from $1,500 to $1,800/month. These are base rents — add fees, utilities, and amenity costs to get the true all-in monthly cost.
What utilities do I need to set up in Augusta?
In Augusta, electricity is provided by Georgia Power, water by Augusta Utilities Department, and common internet providers include Spectrum, AT&T Fiber, T-Mobile Home Internet. Check whether your lease includes water or trash — some buildings bundle these into rent while others charge separately. Always ask the leasing office for the average monthly utility bill before signing.
What neighborhoods are affordable in Augusta?
Downtown Augusta / Broad Street is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Augusta, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,100/month. Revitalized entertainment corridor along Broad Street; loft apartments above bars and restaurants. Most walkable Augusta neighborhood. Masters Week (April) rental rates spike 10–20x for annual rentals that allow short-term sub-letting. Georgia Power electric. Remember to factor in commute costs and parking fees when comparing neighborhoods — a cheaper base rent farther from work may cost more overall.
Is Augusta expensive to rent in?
Augusta's rental market is shaped by three anchors: Fort Eisenhower Cyber Command (stable military demand with BAH), Augusta University Health (medical professional demand), and the Masters Tournament. Masters Week rental rates in Downtown Augusta apartments can spike dramatically — some landlords require annual leases with Masters sub-letting clauses at premium rates. Use RentCompare to calculate the true all-in cost for any apartment in Augusta — base rent alone does not tell the full story.

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