Cabbagetown

Atlanta, GA

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Cabbagetown - Atlanta, GA

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A perplexing name, rich history, and unmistakable character make Cabbagetown great

Artistic Eclectic Historic Charming Events Restaurants Hip

No one really knows how Cabbagetown got its name. There are many accounts ranging from industrious farming attempts to automobile accidents that left the namesake crop scattered around the neighborhood. But what is for sure is that Cabbagetown is one of the most characterful neighborhoods in all of Atlanta. Famous for its colorful shotgun-style houses, charming bungalows, and eye-catching Victorians, Cabbagetown is a mix of all that makes Atlanta great.

Its diverse residents and eclectic character make for an unmistakable aesthetic and charm that’s unique to Cabbagetown. Buzzing restaurants and shops like Carroll Street Cafe entertain residents and visitors alike. Cabbagetown is also known for its annual Chomp & Stomp festival. It starts with a 5k and ends with a block party throughout the neighborhood, where you can try over 100 types of chili and experience countless artist booths and other vendors.

The neighborhood’s location on Memorial Dr. between I-85 and Moreland Ave makes exploring the rest metro Atlanta easy, while the parks and colorful artwork that dot the area will make it hard to leave.

Explore the Neighborhood

Fulton Cotton Mill Lofts dates back to the 1880s

The Cabbagetown community garden

A bright, welcoming mural in Cabbagetown

Unique restaurants line the Cabbagetown streets

A residential street with colorful homes

Enjoying the Atlanta weather at a sidewalk cafe

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Cabbagetown is $1,214 for a studio, $1,339 for one bedroom, $1,469 for two bedrooms, and $1,914 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cabbagetown has increased by 1.9% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 469 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,214/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 644 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,339/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 842 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,469/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 867 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,914/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

89

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

59

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

86

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Trees Atlanta TreeHouse
  • Trees Atlanta
  • Zoo Atlanta
  • The Georgia Capitol Museum
  • Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

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Living in Cabbagetown

Cost

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A cozy one-bedroom apartment in Cabbagetown offers a delightful retreat, with an average monthly rent of $1,100. If you're drawn to the idea of more space and privacy, exploring a house for rent may be your next step, with average rent for houses in Cabbagetown hovering around $1,500. For those with dreams of settling down in this captivating enclave, Cabbagetown presents an inviting opportunity, with an average house price of $580,000.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.