Studio Apartment Rent in Dunwoody, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Dunwoody, Georgia as of October 2026. That's +18% lower than the citywide median of $1,754 and +11% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Dunwoody
Compare Dunwoody's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Kennesaw | $1,830 |
| 12 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 13 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 14 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 15 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Dunwoody.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Dunwoody |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamblee, GA | 3.5 mi | $1,565 | +$130 (+9%) |
| Sandy Springs, GA | 3.7 mi | $1,373 | $-62 (-4%) |
| Peachtree Corners, GA | 6 mi | $1,184 | $-251 (-17%) |
| Roswell, GA | 7.9 mi | $1,393 | $-42 (-3%) |
| Johns Creek, GA | 8.2 mi | $2,050 | +$615 (+43%) |
| Tucker, GA | 8.5 mi | $1,335 | $-100 (-7%) |
| Clarkston, GA | 10.1 mi | $1,370 | $-65 (-5%) |
| Alpharetta, GA | 10.8 mi | $2,040 | +$605 (+42%) |
| Vinings, GA | 11.3 mi | $1,464 | +$29 (+2%) |
| Duluth, GA | 12.2 mi | $1,346 | $-89 (-6%) |
| Atlanta, GA | 12.4 mi | $1,780 | +$345 (+24%) |
| Decatur, GA | 13.4 mi | $1,572 | +$137 (+10%) |
Studio rent in Dunwoody — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Dunwoody?
As of October 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Dunwoody, Georgia is $1,435 per month. This is +18% below the citywide median of $1,754.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Dunwoody?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $57,400 ($4,783/month gross), which works out to roughly $27.60/hour at a full-time job.
Is Dunwoody expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Dunwoody's studio median of $1,435 is +11% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 61th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Dunwoody rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 123 cities in Georgia with studio data, Dunwoody ranks #74 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Dunwoody?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Sandy Springs ($1,373), Peachtree Corners ($1,184), Roswell ($1,393).