Roswell

Shops in Roswell
A paved trail connects Azalea Park to Willeo Park
Waterfall in Old Mill Park

Roswell, GA Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,394

Population

87,579

Renter Mix

33% Rent

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

Demographics

Median Household Income

$121,909

Average: $149,397

Education

42,925

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

48,027

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

42 Years

Largest Age Group

50-59 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

24%

Over 65

18%

Housing Distribution

Roswell has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
44%
Other Education
56%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Roswell, GA is $1,089 for a studio, $1,395 for one bedroom, $1,648 for two bedrooms, and $2,008 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Roswell has decreased by -0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,395/month
806 Sq Ft
House
$4,052/month
2,736 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,769/month
1,114 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,902/month
1,701 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Roswell, GA

Getting Around

Moderately Walkable

Walkability

60 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100

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

Fulton Academy of Science and Technology

Public

Grades K-8

516 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 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.