Roswell Apartments and Rentals

Located just north of the bustling metropolis of Atlanta, Roswell is a popular suburb for Georgians looking to relocate to a warm, welcoming community. Approximately one quarter of the population is 18 years of age or younger, according to U.S. Census Bureau. Roswell is a very attractive Atlanta suburb for couples looking to raise children because of its excellent schools and friendly neighborhood atmosphere. Those seeking Roswell apartments for rent should have no problems finding a new place since the town has a land area of more than 40 miles.

Known as the "Enchanted Land" by Cherokee Indians, Roswell's ideal location on the Chattahoochee River has accounted for much of the city's growth over the past 200-plus years. The first settlement popped up in 1830 when Roswell King built a cotton mill in the area and formed the highly successful Roswell Manufacturing Company. After a wealthy community of plantation owners began to blanket the area, a city charter was formed and Roswell was officially named after Mr. King.

The Civil War had a deep impact on the slaveholding community after Georgia seceded from the Union in 1861. Many families fled to safer cities after the Union army destroyed the cotton mill, the main source of economy in the Roswell area. After the infestation of the boll weevil in the 1910s and 1920s and the Great Depression of the 1930s, much of the community was forced to rebuild. Once the state's Highway 400 was built connecting Atlanta to Roswell, the town began to develop into one of the city's most prized and well-developed residential areas.

Many companies' headquarters including Northridge Systems, Ronald Blue & Co., Crossfit North Fulton, Plastic Solutions Inc., and Amerimex Communications have made Roswell home, according to the city's website. Office development and technology firms continue to develop in the area due to the excellent schools and high quality of life that the community offers. If you are either commuting to downtown Atlanta or working at one of these companies, finding rentals in Roswell is a great idea for you and your family.

One of the largest institutions of higher learning near Roswell is Georgia State University, one of the country's leading urban research universities. Another popular university nearby is the Georgia Institute of Technology (known by locals as Georgia Tech). Occupying 400 acres in the heart of Atlanta's northern city limits, this college offers many top-ranked programs in computing, engineering and technology.

Despite being one of Atlanta's fastest-growing suburbs, Roswell boasts a cost of living that is nearly 5 points below the national average, according to statistics from city-data.com. In 2009, the median gross rent was $959 per month, and the Roswell residents accumulated a median household income of over $30,000 more than the state's average, making this Atlanta suburb a very affordable place to live.

One of the biggest public events in the area is Taste of Roswell, which features local cuisine from some of community's most revered chefs. Admission is free, and much of the food is priced under $3, making this a very affordable way for you and the family to get to know Roswell's local culture.

If you love the great outdoors, the Chattahoochee Nature Center is a wonderful place to get in touch with the adventurer in you. Featured are fun community events for children, canoe trips, hiking trails, stunning wildlife and several singer/songwriter nights that are perfect for an outdoor picnic. 

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