Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
14%
Kennesaw, GA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,494
Population
34,326
Renter Mix
43% Rent
Small-town charm and big-city amenities thrive in the Greater Atlanta area.
Family-Friendly
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Suburban
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Commuter
Located in Cobb County, Kennesaw combines small-town atmosphere with suburban convenience. Home to Kennesaw State University, the city offers a range of housing options from apartment communities to single-family homes. Current rental trends show average one-bedroom apartments going for $1,526, while two-bedroom units typically rent for $1,790, making it more affordable than downtown Atlanta. The city's crown jewel, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, features 18 miles of hiking trails and provides a natural escape for outdoor recreation.
Kennesaw's history dates to the Civil War era, when it was known as Big Shanty and marked the beginning of the Great Locomotive Chase of 1862. The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History preserves this heritage in downtown Kennesaw. Each April, the Big Shanty Festival transforms downtown with arts and crafts displays. Swift-Cantrell Park area and Legacy Park neighborhoods offer recreational amenities and green spaces. With a population of 33,036, Kennesaw maintains its historical character while continuing to develop its community resources.
Explore the City
Homes in Kennesaw sit on lots that average a quarter acre.
You'll find bus stops throughout Kennesaw on the main roads.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$77,466
Average: $99,103
Education
12,074
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
18,520
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Kennesaw has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
43%
Non-Renters
57%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Kennesaw, GA is $1,492 for one bedroom, $1,763 for two bedrooms, and $2,124 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kennesaw has decreased by -1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,492/month
776 Sq Ft
House
$2,701/month
1,871 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,209/month
1,348 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Kennesaw, GA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
806 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
628 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
531 Students
Public
Grades K-5
488 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
770 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,029 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
947 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
505 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
837 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
571 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,184 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,623 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,415 Students
School data provided by
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Leone Hall Price Park
- Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
- Marietta Tree Keepers
- Allatoona Lake
- Picketts Mill Battlefield Historical Site
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
Top Apartments in Kennesaw
Houses for Rent in Kennesaw
Property Management Companies in Kennesaw, GA
Greystar
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3,524
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Units
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894
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RAM Partners
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298
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79,154
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169
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BH
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274
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84,338
Units
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157
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MAA
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291
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101,460
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3 Communities in Kennesaw
Highmark Residential
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209
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60,106
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Cardinal Group Management and Advisory, LLC
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156
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31,485
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84
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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.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.