The Windward
905 Lake Union Hill Way,
Alpharetta, GA 30004
$1,424 - $2,155
1-2 Beds
Alpharetta
Alpharetta, GA Area Guide
This Atlanta suburb refuses to let the big city have all the fun
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Welcome to Alpharetta, a suburban community in northern Fulton County that combines technology with Southern hospitality. Located just 25 miles north of Atlanta, Alpharetta features diverse housing options throughout its neighborhoods, from apartments near the Avalon district to residences close to the historic downtown area. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,685, with rates decreasing 2.6% over the past year. The Big Creek Greenway, stretching 6.1 miles through the heart of the city, offers paved trails for recreation, with natural wetlands providing a habitat for local wildlife including blue herons and deer.
Downtown Alpharetta preserves its history while embracing the present, anchored by preserved structures like the Mansell House from 1912. The area hosts a weekly farmers market at City Center and celebrates music through events like the annual Wire and Wood Songwriters Festival. The city's business district includes over 700 technology companies, establishing Alpharetta as a significant tech employment center in the Southeast. Entertainment options include the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, which hosts both the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's summer performances and touring musicians throughout the year. The city maintains numerous recreational spaces, including Wills Park, home to an arboretum showcasing 26 different tree species.
Explore the City
Aerial view of an Alpharetta neighborhood
Rooftop seating at Central City Tavern
The amphitheater at Rock Mill Park
Shopping in Alpharetta
A shady residential street
The paved trail at Rock Mill Park
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Alpharetta, GA is $2,133 for a studio, $1,648 for one bedroom, $1,996 for two bedrooms, and $2,310 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Alpharetta has decreased by -1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,648/month
820 Sq Ft
House
$3,675/month
2,533 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,973/month
1,111 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,857/month
1,736 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Alpharetta, GA is for everyday living.
Car-Dependent
39
/ 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
13
/ 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
31
/ 100
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.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Schools
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State Bridge Crossing Elementary School
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Wills Park
- Big Creek Greenway
- Webb Bridge Park
- Autrey Mill Nature Preserve
- Jones Bridge Park
Transit / Subway
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 2026.