1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Kennesaw, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kennesaw, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +15% lower than the citywide median of $1,774 and +8% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Kennesaw
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 Kennesaw
Compare Kennesaw'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 | Woodstock | $1,900 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,851 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Kennesaw.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Kennesaw |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acworth, GA | 5.4 mi | $1,685 | +$176 (+12%) |
| Marietta, GA | 8.1 mi | $1,723 | +$214 (+14%) |
| Powder Springs, GA | 10.9 mi | $1,920 | +$411 (+27%) |
| Holly Springs, GA | 13.7 mi | $1,641 | +$132 (+9%) |
| Vinings, GA | 14.3 mi | $1,504 | $-5 (0%) |
| Mableton, GA | 14.4 mi | $1,610 | +$101 (+7%) |
| Hiram, GA | 14.8 mi | $1,730 | +$221 (+15%) |
| Cartersville, GA | 18.2 mi | $1,265 | $-244 (-16%) |
| Canton, GA | 18.2 mi | $1,730 | +$221 (+15%) |
| Sandy Springs, GA | 18.5 mi | $1,448 | $-61 (-4%) |
| Roswell, GA | 18.6 mi | $1,469 | $-40 (-3%) |
| Dunwoody, GA | 22 mi | $1,500 | $-9 (-1%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Kennesaw — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Kennesaw?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Kennesaw, Georgia is $1,509 per month. This is +15% below the citywide median of $1,774.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Kennesaw?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $60,360 ($5,030/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.02/hour at a full-time job.
Is Kennesaw expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Kennesaw's 1-bedroom median of $1,509 is +8% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 58th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Kennesaw rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Kennesaw ranks #77 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Kennesaw?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Vinings ($1,504), Cartersville ($1,265), Sandy Springs ($1,448).