What is the average apartment size in McDonough?

The average size for a McDonough, GA apartment is 1,121 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in McDonough?

As of Jun / 2026, the average rent in McDonough is $1,733 per month, a 1.76% increase from last years average of $1,703.

What is the average apartment size in McDonough?

The typical apartment in McDonough offers about 1,121 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

McDonough, GA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in McDonough?

The typical rent budget in McDonough ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 52% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in McDonough?

In McDonough, 45% of households rent while 55% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: August 02, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in McDonough is $1,733, a 1.76% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,703.

One-bedroom apartments provide 821 square feet for $1,444, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,777 offer 1,187 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,529 sq ft) for $2,170, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in McDonough, GA

Last updated: August 02, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,733	1,121 sq. ft.
Studio	n/a	n/a
1 Bed	$1,444	821 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,777	1,187 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,170	1,529 sq. ft.

McDonough, GA rent trends

Rental prices in McDonough, GA have increased by 1.76% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,703 to $1,733.

What's the typical rent budget in McDonough, GA?

The largest share of rentals in McDonough, GA (52%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in McDonough, GA?

4,916 or 45% of the households in McDonough, GA are renter-occupied while 5,970 or 55% are owner-occupied.

How McDonough Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
McDonough	$1,733
Atlanta	$1,788
Savannah	$1,699
Lawrenceville	$1,686
Marietta	$1,589
Augusta	$1,250
Bethlehem	$1,871
Macon	$1,197
Columbus	$1,230
Duluth	$1,699
Sandy Springs	$1,696
Stone Mountain	$1,318
Covington	$1,768
Lithonia	$1,378
Jonesboro, GA	$1,383
Conyers, GA	$1,510
Riverdale, GA	$1,242
East Point, GA	$1,262
Stockbridge, GA	$1,597
Clarkston, GA	$1,281
Fayetteville, GA	$1,891

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all McDonough apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.