Roswell

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Roswell, GA

Area Guide

Nature and history blend seamlessly in this Greater Atlanta city

Suburban Commuter Family-Friendly Nature Historic

Located in northern Fulton County, Roswell combines historical heritage with contemporary living. The city features 900+ acres of parkland, including access to the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, where residents enjoy hiking trails and river activities. The downtown district centers around Canton Street, where preserved architecture houses local shops, galleries, and restaurants. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,439, with rates decreasing 4% over the past year.

Roswell's history dates to the 1830s with the establishment of the Roswell Manufacturing Company, which became North Georgia's largest cotton mill. Three preserved antebellum homes - Bulloch Hall, Barrington Hall, and Smith Plantation - now serve as museums and cultural centers. The city calendar features signature events like Georgia's largest Memorial Day ceremony and the Alive in Roswell festival, running monthly from April through October. The Chattahoochee Nature Center provides environmental education and wildlife programs, while the area is served by Fulton County schools. Notable areas include the historic district with its preserved homes and newer residential options, the East Roswell community near Big Creek Park, and the Canton Street area featuring residential developments.

Explore the City

Shops in Roswell

A paved trail connects Azalea Park to Willeo Park

Waterfall in Old Mill Park

View of the old mill from the bridge

A covered pedestrian bridge connects Old Mill Park to the Chattahoochee River trail system

Canton Street in Downtown Roswell

Rent Trends

As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Roswell, GA is $1,102 for a studio, $1,428 for one bedroom, $1,623 for two bedrooms, and $1,974 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Roswell has increased by 0.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,428/month
809 Sq Ft
House
$3,737/month
2,503 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,864/month
890 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,769/month
1,569 Sq Ft
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Transportation

51

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

21

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

33

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

Roswell North Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

867 Students

Sweet Apple Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

802 Students

Mountain Park Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

788 Students

River Eves Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

554 Students

Hillside Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

537 Students

Crabapple Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

871 Students

Elkins Pointe Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

873 Students

Roswell High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,119 Students

Centennial High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,788 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Wills Park
  • Chattahoochee Nature Center
  • Big Creek Greenway
  • Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - Island Ford
  • Big Trees Forest Preserve

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 November 2025.