True Cost of Renting in Savannah, GA
Savannah's 22 garden squares and antebellum architecture make it one of America's most beautiful cities — and one where the short-term rental market competes aggressively with long-term rentals, driving up prices in the Historic District. The Port of Savannah is the second-busiest container port on the US East Coast, creating a large logistics employment base that operates independently of the tourism economy.
Neighborhoods & Average Rents
Historic District
- Studio:
- $1,300/mo
- 1 Bed:
- $1,500/mo
- 2 Bed:
- $2,000/mo
Savannah's iconic 22-square neighborhood; high demand from SCAD students, tourism workers, and remote workers drawn by the aesthetics. Short-term rental competition keeps supply tight for long-term renters. Street parking scarce — budget for a garage spot ($75–125/mo) if you have a car.
Midtown / Starland District
- Studio:
- $1,100/mo
- 1 Bed:
- $1,300/mo
- 2 Bed:
- $1,700/mo
Emerging arts and food district south of the Historic District; renovated warehouses and small apartment buildings. Lower rents than the squares with similar walkability. Growing restaurant scene along Bull Street. Georgia Power bills in older buildings run $130–200/month in summer.
Southside / Gateway
- 1 Bed:
- $1,200/mo
- 2 Bed:
- $1,600/mo
Suburban apartment corridor along Abercorn Street (US-17 ALT); newer complexes at lower rents. Car-dependent but closest to major medical employers (Memorial Health, Candler Hospital). Easy access to I-95.
Utility Providers
- Electric
- Georgia Power
- Water
- City of Savannah Water and Sewer
- Internet
- AT&T Fiber, Comcast Xfinity, Starlink
Commute & Transportation
The Port of Savannah and its Garden City Terminal dominate the western employment base — gate guards and logistics workers often commute from outlying counties. I-95 runs north-south west of the city; I-16 connects Savannah to Macon (167 miles west) and ultimately Atlanta. Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport sits 9 miles northwest. SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design, 15,000 students) has campuses throughout the Historic District. Chatham Area Transit (CAT) provides bus service, including a free electric shuttle in the Historic District. Cycling is viable in the flat, gridded Historic District.
Rental Market Overview
Savannah's rental market is bifurcated: Historic District apartments face intense competition from Airbnb and VRBO conversions that reduce long-term rental supply and push up prices. Finding a 12-month lease in the squares requires patience and speed. Southside and Midtown offer relief. Georgia Power bills in Savannah's older high-humidity coastal buildings average $150–220/month in summer — significant for a city with otherwise moderate rents. SCAD enrollment drives strong August demand similar to Athens. Port employment provides non-seasonal stability.
Data last updated: 2026-04
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