Alta Northerly
4805 Creek Cir,
Cumming, GA 30028
$1,475 - $2,395
1-2 Beds
Cumming
Cumming, GA
Area Guide
Nature-loving suburb on the outskirts of Atlanta
Suburban
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Located 39 miles northeast of Atlanta, Cumming combines small-town charm with convenient suburban living. This Forsyth County seat offers outdoor recreation at Sawnee Mountain Preserve, where hiking trails lead to panoramic views, and Lake Lanier, a popular destination for water activities. The rental market includes apartments near downtown and residential communities throughout the area, with current average rents ranging from $1,605 for one-bedroom units to $2,345 for four-bedroom homes.
Cumming's location along Georgia 400 provides easy access to Atlanta while maintaining its distinct community character. The annual Cumming Country Fair & Festival in October draws visitors from across the region with its agricultural exhibits, entertainment, and family activities. The University of North Georgia's Cumming campus enhances educational opportunities in the area. As Forsyth County's only incorporated city, Cumming continues to grow while preserving its welcoming atmosphere and scenic surroundings.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Cumming, GA is $1,397 for a studio, $1,519 for one bedroom, $1,821 for two bedrooms, and $2,148 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cumming has decreased by -5.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,519/month
827 Sq Ft
House
$2,840/month
2,578 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,390/month
2,045 Sq Ft
Transportation
27
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
24
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
Public
Grades PK-5
1,181 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
1,140 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
1,112 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
926 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
916 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,477 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,411 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,026 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,022 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,032 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,443 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,405 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,372 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,065 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
58 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sawnee Mountain Preserve
- Fowler Park
- Sharon Springs Park
- Lake Lanier
- Settles Bridge Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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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 November 2025.