Fulton County
Living, buying, and selling in Roswell, GA.
Roswell feels like a true historic Southern town that happens to sit inside metro Atlanta. Brick storefronts, century-old homes, riverfront parks, and an arts scene give it a character very few suburbs can match.
July 2026 Roswell market snapshot
The live Roswell numbers, straight from this month's data.
Median sold price
$715,000
+1.6% vs last month
Median days on market
23
+43.8% vs last month
Months of inventory
2.6
seller market
You still have options in Roswell, but they're moving faster than they were a month ago. Median days on market jumped from 16 to 23 days in July, which sounds like breathing room until you consider that homes are still going under contract in three weeks. The sold-to-list price ratio sits at 97.9%, so sellers aren't getting full ask on every property, but you're not in strong negotiating territory either. Inventory remains tight at 2.6 months of supply, down 7.7% from June. That's still a seller's market by every standard measure. The median sold price climbed to $715,000 in July, up 1.6% from the prior month. If you're serious about a property, you need to be ready to move. Waiting for a deal that doesn't exist yet is a choice, just not a comfortable one.
Full report
See the full Roswell market breakdown
Buyer & seller takeaways, month-over-month trends, and market questions.
What it feels like to live in Roswell
The Roswell buyers actually ask about.
Roswell feels like a true historic Southern town that happens to sit inside metro Atlanta. Brick storefronts, century-old homes, riverfront parks, and an arts scene give it a character very few suburbs can match.
Neighborhoods I know well in Roswell: Historic Roswell, Martin's Landing, Willow Springs.
- Historic Roswell
- Martin's Landing
- Willow Springs
In and around Roswell
Schools, restaurants, gyms, and what to do on a weekend.
Schools in Roswell
Roswell High School
Long-established high school with strong academics and athletics.
Centennial High School
Serves much of east Roswell and into Alpharetta; very competitive academically.
Crabapple Middle School
Sought-after middle school feeding Roswell High.
Mount Pisgah Christian School
Well-regarded private K-12 option.
Restaurants worth knowing
Salt Factory Pub
Canton Street favorite for elevated pub food and patio dining.
Table & Main
Refined Southern cuisine in a restored historic home.
Osteria Mattone
Authentic Roman Italian, a long-running Canton Street anchor.
Gyms and fitness
Concourse Athletic Club
Premier full-service club just south of Roswell on the Sandy Springs line.
Orangetheory Fitness Roswell
Group HIIT studio with a strong local following.
CrossFit Roswell
Established box with a welcoming community.
Things to do nearby
Canton Street & Historic Roswell
Restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, and year-round events on a walkable historic strip.
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
Riverside trails, kayaking, and fishing minutes from downtown Roswell.
Roswell Mill & Vickery Creek Trail
Waterfall, ruins, and one of the most scenic short hikes in metro Atlanta.
Bulloch Hall
Antebellum home and museum that anchors Roswell's historic identity.
This month's Roswell market questions
What the latest data means for you.
Is Roswell GA a buyer's or seller's market right now?
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Roswell is a seller's market as of July 2026. Inventory stands at 2.6 months of supply, well below the six months that signals a balanced market. Homes are selling in a median of 23 days, and the sold-to-list price ratio is 97.9%, meaning buyers are paying close to asking price.
How long are homes staying on the market in Roswell?
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The median days on market in Roswell was 23 days in July 2026, up from 16 days in June. That's a 43.8% month-over-month increase, but it still means most homes are going under contract in about three weeks.
What is the median home price in Roswell GA?
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The median sold price in Roswell was $715,000 in July 2026, up 1.6% from June. The median estimated home value across all properties is $688,680, which increased 1.5% year over year but dipped 0.4% from the prior month.
For buyers
Buying a home in Roswell: what people ask me most.
Is Roswell a walkable place to live?
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Parts of it absolutely are. Historic Roswell around Canton Street is genuinely walkable, restaurants, shops, parks, and events all within a few blocks. Outside that core, Roswell is more typical North Atlanta suburban driving.
What is the difference between Roswell and Alpharetta?
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Roswell has more historic character, river access, and an established arts scene. Alpharetta has more new construction, larger employers, and a more polished modern downtown. Many families tour both before deciding.
Are Roswell schools good?
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Yes - Roswell falls in North Fulton, which means strong public schools overall. Roswell High and Centennial High are the two main public high schools, and both have strong reputations.
What does Roswell feel like day-to-day?
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Historic, green, and a little artsy. Mornings on the river, weekends on Canton Street, schools and youth sports during the week. It feels rooted in a way newer suburbs do not.
For sellers
Selling a home in Roswell: what to expect.
How much can I sell my Roswell home for?
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Pricing depends heavily on neighborhood, historic district, Martin's Landing, Willow Springs, and east Roswell all behave differently. Most well-prepared homes are listing from the mid-$500s through $1.2M.
How long do Roswell homes take to sell?
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About 20 to 40 days on market for correctly priced, well-prepared homes. Character homes near Canton Street or with river access often move faster.
Do historic homes sell differently in Roswell?
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Yes. Historic buyers want story, photos that show character, and accurate disclosure about systems and age. We market historic Roswell listings very intentionally.
More on Roswell
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