Valdosta State University

Valdosta, GA

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Valdosta State University - Valdosta, GA

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A gorgeous campus environment at the heart of the Azalea City

Public Suburban Walkable Historic VSU Blazers

Valdosta State University has been a fixture in the South Georgia academic community since 1906, and is well known throughout the region for constantly pushing itself and its students to higher levels of achievement. In addition to the terrific educational and research opportunities, the competitive Blazers athletic department earned Valdosta a “TitleTown USA” designation from ESPN in 2008. The campus displays a unique aesthetic, with the many palm trees and magnificent Spanish Mission-style architecture evoking the feel of southern California more than southern Georgia.

The city of Valdosta provides a beautiful setting, with its moss-draped oaks and historic architecture creating and environment rich with Southern charm. The Valdosta State campus sits only a few blocks north of Downtown, making it easy to take advantage of the city’s terrific dining and nightlife. Enjoy the classic Southern fare at Steel Magnolias or swing by Sam’s BBQ for a no-nonsense rack of ribs.

Just twenty miles from the Florida state line, you’re within day trip distance of the Gulf of Mexico’s sparkling beaches and just a short hop away from Jacksonville, Orlando, and Tampa. Valdosta State’s campus is mostly surrounded by residential neighborhoods, with countless apartments, houses, and condos within easy walking distance.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Valdosta, GA is $681 for a studio, $970 for one bedroom, $1,124 for two bedrooms, and $1,414 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Valdosta has increased by 3.2% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 507 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $681/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 723 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $970/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,038 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,124/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,323 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,414/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

41

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

49

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Pine Grove Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

664 Students

8
out of 10

Westside Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

937 Students

7
out of 10

Dewar Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

859 Students

7
out of 10

Clyattville Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

618 Students

7
out of 10

Moulton-Branch Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

558 Students

7
out of 10

Lowndes Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

840 Students

7
out of 10

Pine Grove Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

742 Students

7
out of 10

Valdosta Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,060 Students

5
out of 10

Newbern Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

806 Students

3
out of 10

Lowndes High School

Public

Grades 9-12

3,201 Students

8
out of 10

Valdosta High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,381 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • VSU Planetarium
  • Wild Adventures

Airports

  • Valdosta Regional

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