Acworth, GA 179 Apartments for Rent

Home to the top-rated Cobblestone Golf Course, thirteen parks, nine softball/baseball fields and two football fields, and two lakes, you'll be tired just thinking of things to do in Acworth.

A small town atmosphere combined with convenient access to a larger city (Atlanta is less than an hour away...depending on how much of a hurry you're in) make Acworth a great place to live. The population is just a tad over 20,000, and the cost of living is very low compared to elsewhere in the region. Summers are hot and humid--the average temperature in July is about 90 degrees, and the humidity index is a soggy 75 percent--so don't forget your swim trunks! The mild winter temperatures, however, make up for the heat of the summer. The average lows in January are only about 28 degrees.

Apartments in Acworth

How much is rent in Acworth?

The cost of city apartments in Acworth is lower than renting in Atlanta (you're welcome, bank account). The average one-bedroom apartment goes for between 100 and 200 less in Acworth than its counterparts in Atlanta. Prices vary somewhat from neighborhood to neighborhood, but there are plenty of affordable options in each area. so you won't have to break your piggy bank just yet. New buildings are on the rise in Acworth and more are planned for 2013, which means more apartment buildings and more choices for renters. Don’t get cocky and think you can wait until the last minute to look for an apartment, however. Competition for apartments can be stiff because of the many people looking for living quarters with a short commute into Atlanta.

What should I bring with me?

Standard documents to bring along when looking for city apartments are credit reports, rental application, and a letter of employment (or recent pay stubs). Bring your checkbook, too. Nothing says "I’m responsible" like a check written on the spot for the security deposit, plus first month’s rent.

Acworth Neighborhoods

There are many great neighborhoods in Acworth. Check out this guide for a sense of each area, as well as average cost: The more $ you see at the end of a passage indicates how expensive it is to live there, but keep in mind that it is all relative to the city. Acworth is a relatively inexpensive place to live, with a cost of living that's around ten percent less than the national average--take that, San Francisco!

Allatoona Pass: This is one of the cheapest places to live in the city. Allatoona Pass has a plethora of mobile home parks, with mobile homes accounting for more than 35 percent of the living spaces. $

Autumn Ridge: Pricier and more upscale, average rents in Autumn Ridge are about $200 more than the Acworth average. The population skews young, so if you are looking for a hip neighborhood, this just might be it. $$$

Bells Ferry Place: The perfect place for young professionals, Bells Ferry Place combines medium-priced rents with safe neighborhoods. $$

Bennett Farms: Mostly newer homes means higher rents in this neighborhood. Plus, it's got some of the safest streets in the area, and you pay for that privilege. The main occupation in this area is office workers. $$$

Centennial Lakes-Freedom Series: Living on a lake will offer you the serenity and pleasures of the great outdoors, but it comes at a price. This neighborhood has beautiful vistas and gorgeous houses, and if you can afford it, you can take it all in through your living room windows. $$$$

Other Considerations for Living in Acworth

Paid Utilities

There are not many places with paid utilities in Acworth. Some gated apartment communities (such as Madison Vinings Ridge) provide partial utilities, but they are expensive. Expect to pay through the nose to live there.

Public Transportation

If you expect to rely on public transportation to get around in Acworth, you are out of luck. There is an express bus that goes into Atlanta Monday through Friday, but that is about it for public transportation. Route 102 of Cobb Community Transit gives non-stop service between the Acworth Park and Ride Lot located at 6045 Lake Acworth Drive and the MARTA Arts Center Station in downtown Atlanta, but it is only during peak hours Monday through Friday. The last bus into Atlanta leaves out of Acworth at 8 am. The latest you can catch the bus to bring you back is 6:10 pm.

The Cobb Community Transit is not exactly burning up the road in Acworth, but you could ride in if you work in Atlanta, assuming your work day fits into this very tight schedule. Just don’t miss the last bus out, or you will be taking a very expensive cab ride home, as the average taxi fare from Atlanta to Acworth is $70.

Bottom Line

Acworth is an inexpensive place to live, relative to Atlanta, but the commute can be problematic. Traffic into Atlanta is high and often snarled, and public transportation is limited. Acworth has much lower crime rates and better scenery than it's nearby big brother, so if you are looking for a nice place to live that is convenient to Atlanta’s nightlife or job market, Acworth is a prime choice.