1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Dunwoody, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Dunwoody, Georgia as of October 2026. That's +15% lower than the citywide median of $1,754 and +7% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Dunwoody
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Dunwoody
Compare Dunwoody's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,240 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,130 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,120 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,100 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,970 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,933 |
| 7 | Richmond Hill | $1,920 |
| 8 | Powder Springs | $1,920 |
| 9 | Snellville | $1,910 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,910 |
| 11 | Buford | $1,910 |
| 12 | Auburn | $1,910 |
| 13 | Lawrenceville | $1,905 |
| 14 | Kennesaw | $1,905 |
| 15 | Woodstock | $1,900 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Dunwoody.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Dunwoody |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doraville, GA | 3.1 mi | $1,744 | +$255 (+17%) |
| Chamblee, GA | 3.5 mi | $1,628 | +$139 (+9%) |
| Sandy Springs, GA | 3.7 mi | $1,426 | $-63 (-4%) |
| Peachtree Corners, GA | 6 mi | $1,231 | $-258 (-17%) |
| Roswell, GA | 7.9 mi | $1,449 | $-40 (-3%) |
| Johns Creek, GA | 8.2 mi | $2,130 | +$641 (+43%) |
| Tucker, GA | 8.5 mi | $1,392 | $-97 (-7%) |
| Clarkston, GA | 10.1 mi | $1,420 | $-69 (-5%) |
| Alpharetta, GA | 10.8 mi | $2,120 | +$631 (+42%) |
| Vinings, GA | 11.3 mi | $1,518 | +$29 (+2%) |
| Duluth, GA | 12.2 mi | $1,399 | $-90 (-6%) |
| Atlanta, GA | 12.4 mi | $1,851 | +$362 (+24%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Dunwoody — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Dunwoody?
As of October 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Dunwoody, Georgia is $1,489 per month. This is +15% below the citywide median of $1,754.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Dunwoody?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $59,560 ($4,963/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.63/hour at a full-time job.
Is Dunwoody expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Dunwoody's 1-bedroom median of $1,489 is +7% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 57th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Dunwoody rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Dunwoody ranks #73 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Dunwoody?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Sandy Springs ($1,426), Peachtree Corners ($1,231), Roswell ($1,449).