True Cost of Renting in Roswell, GA

Roswell's Canton Street district has become one of Atlanta's most desirable small-city dining and nightlife corridors, and the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area makes the city unusually outdoor-recreation-oriented for a suburb. Rents run slightly below Sandy Springs to the south, with good GA-400 access and top-rated Fulton County schools.

Neighborhoods & Average Rents

Canton Street / Historic Roswell

Studio:
$1,400/mo
1 Bed:
$1,700/mo
2 Bed:
$2,200/mo

Walkable historic district with boutique restaurants and bars; older apartment buildings and newer infill. Street parking generally available. Historic mill architecture adds character. Most walkable area in Roswell.

Holcomb Bridge / Alpharetta Highway

Studio:
$1,200/mo
1 Bed:
$1,500/mo
2 Bed:
$2,000/mo

Suburban corridor connecting Roswell to Alpharetta and Norcross; apartment complexes at lower rents. Car-dependent. Good access to GA-400 and GA-141. Major retail (North Point Mall area) nearby.

Azalea Drive / East Roswell

1 Bed:
$1,600/mo
2 Bed:
$2,100/mo

Quiet residential area near Chattahoochee River parks; single-family rental conversions and small apartment communities. Outdoor recreation access is a genuine lifestyle benefit. Slightly longer commute to GA-400.

Utility Providers

Electric
Georgia Power
Water
City of Roswell Water
Internet
AT&T Fiber, Comcast Xfinity, Starlink

Commute & Transportation

Roswell connects to GA-400 via GA-92 or Holcomb Bridge Road. Southbound GA-400 to Sandy Springs takes 15 minutes off-peak; to Buckhead, 25 minutes; to Downtown Atlanta, 40–50 minutes. No MARTA rail — every commute is by car. The Chattahoochee River separates Roswell from Alpharetta to the north, with bridges at GA-9 (Alpharetta Highway) and Holcomb Bridge Road. Major employers in Roswell include WellStar North Fulton Regional Hospital and various tech and professional services firms along GA-9.

Rental Market Overview

Roswell's rental market is driven by quality-of-life factors — the Canton Street dining scene, Chattahoochee recreation, and top-rated Fulton County schools. Rents are slightly lower than Alpharetta (by 5–10%) despite similar school quality and commute times. Georgia Power summer bills average $120–180/month. Car dependency is total — two-vehicle households are the norm, adding significant monthly cost. Limited apartment supply (Roswell is predominantly single-family) means good units lease quickly.

Data last updated: 2026-04

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Renting in Roswell: Common Questions

What is the average rent in Roswell?
One-bedroom apartments in Roswell range from $1,500/month in Holcomb Bridge / Alpharetta Highway to $1,700/month in Canton Street / Historic Roswell. Two-bedroom units range from $2,000 to $2,200/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 Roswell?
In Roswell, electricity is provided by Georgia Power, water by City of Roswell Water, and common internet providers include AT&T Fiber, Comcast Xfinity, Starlink. 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 Roswell?
Holcomb Bridge / Alpharetta Highway is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Roswell, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,500/month. Suburban corridor connecting Roswell to Alpharetta and Norcross; apartment complexes at lower rents. Car-dependent. Good access to GA-400 and GA-141. Major retail (North Point Mall area) nearby. Remember to factor in commute costs and parking fees when comparing neighborhoods — a cheaper base rent farther from work may cost more overall.
Is Roswell expensive to rent in?
Roswell's rental market is driven by quality-of-life factors — the Canton Street dining scene, Chattahoochee recreation, and top-rated Fulton County schools. Rents are slightly lower than Alpharetta (by 5–10%) despite similar school quality and commute times. Use RentCompare to calculate the true all-in cost for any apartment in Roswell — base rent alone does not tell the full story.

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