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Fayetteville, GA

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A historic Southern oasis ideal for families

Suburban Great Schools Historic Family-Friendly Entertainment

Fayetteville is a well-known suburb in Georgia with a historic downtown district, great public schools, and a welcoming community. About 22 miles south of Atlanta, Fayetteville has close proximity to big-city attractions while offering small-town charm. Fayetteville belongs to the Fayette County Public School district and offers quiet residential streets lined with apartments, houses, and condos for rent. Find your next home in the area so you can have access to all of the amenities in this charming suburban oasis. The city’s historic downtown district is a family-friendly area that served as inspiration for places and characters in Margaret Mitchell’s “Gone With the Wind.” Fayetteville has everything you’d need in a Georgian suburb: a movie theater, casual dining options, grocery stores, specialty retailers, and good schools. If you’re looking to eat local, visit Old Courthouse Tavern nestled in the heart of Fayetteville, offering delicious cuisine, drinks, and a warm atmosphere.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Fayetteville, GA is $1,592 for one bedroom, $1,829 for two bedrooms, and $2,135 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fayetteville has increased by 0.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,592/month
731 Sq Ft
House
$3,386/month
2,100 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,131/month
1,835 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Fayetteville, GA is 4.5% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Fayetteville is 12.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $0 - $2,135. You can expect to pay 0.5% more for groceries, 16.8% less for utilities, and 7.5% less for transportation.

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Transportation

33

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

34

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Sara Harp Minter Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

783 Students

8
out of 10

Peeples Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

723 Students

8
out of 10

Inman Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

663 Students

8
out of 10

Spring Hill Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

655 Students

8
out of 10

Fayetteville Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

485 Students

8
out of 10

Rising Starr Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

926 Students

9
out of 10

Whitewater Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

864 Students

9
out of 10

Bennett's Mill Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

891 Students

8
out of 10

Starrs Mill High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,360 Students

9
out of 10

Whitewater High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,387 Students

8
out of 10

Fayette County High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,368 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Line Creek Nature Area

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.