MAA West Midtown
1330 Fairmont Ave NW,
Atlanta, GA 30318
$1,462 - $3,141
Studio - 3 Beds
The Upper West Side (or the Upper Westside) refers to the northwestern portion of Atlanta situated between I-75 and I-285. The Upper West Side is brimming with an array of historic neighborhoods, including larger communities like Riverside, Bolton, and Whittier Mill Village. The region is also convenient to neighboring Vinings and Buckhead, which are both teeming with various area employers.
The Upper West Side is a region on the rise, with plenty of new development in the works in addition to community mainstays such as B’s Cracklin’ Barbeque and assorted breweries like Scofflaw Brewing Company, Atlanta Brewing Company, and Second Self Beer Company.
The community is also home to Whittier Mill Park, the former site of Whittier Cotton Mill offering historic ruins and scenic trails to explore alongside the Chattahoochee River. The Upper West Side’s convenient locale, growing amenities, and overall peaceful atmosphere makes it a top choice for renters in the Atlanta area.
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Upper West Side is $1,405 for a studio, $1,660 for one bedroom, $2,017 for two bedrooms, and $2,329 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Upper West Side has decreased by -2.9% in the past year.
Studio
620 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,405/month
Average Rent
1 BR
773 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,660/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,125 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,017/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,346 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,329/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
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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.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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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.