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Finding an Apartment in AtlantaFinding an apartment in Atlanta can be a daunting task since the metro area is so huge. The city is slip by several major highways - I 75 and I85 converge just north of the city and come directly south through the downtown area. Highway 20 bisects the city from east to west and the 285 does a large circle around the major Atlanta metro region. Commuting around Atlanta is not easy so you are best advised to find an apartment or home near your place of work to cut down on commute times. There are literally dozens of apartment websites on the Internet that direct you to current vacancies like Apartments.com, Rent.com, or Apartmentguide.com. Those sites are great for a general apartment search but we think a better approach is to check out some actual apartment websites - get an idea about monthly rental rates, sizes, etc. We have listed several specific websites down below with the name of the complex and a website URL for you to find out more details. If living downtown doesn't fit your needs, consider going a little farther out to towns like East Point, Druid Hills, Brookhaven, or Smryna. With colleges like Emory and Georgia State near the downtown area, students will find affordable housing near schools if they look. Maybe call one or two apartment managers to get a feel for vacancy rates and availability. Of course you eventually need to see neighborhoods in person.Having lived in Atlanta briefly in 1996 I was lucky enough to get an apartment in both the Buckhead and Virginia Highlands areas during my stay.
The cost of living is high in the Atlanta Metro area, and 1 BR apartments will normally set you back $1200 or more per month. Below are listings for some Atlanta Apartment Rentals.
Apartment Inspection Checklist - take this on your walkthrus and jot down notes. Avoid Renters Remorse: parking, noise, etc. Check this list. Rules for Renting a Condo: Condos are a little different.. Your Credit Report: What is shows, what to look for. Other nearby cities to include in your search are: Berkeley Park, Buckhead, Cabbagetown, Candler Park, Castleberry Hill, Downtown, Druid Hills, East Atlanta, East Lake, Grant Park, Home Park, Inman Park, Kirkwood, Lake Claire, Lenox Park, Little Five Points, Mechanicsville, Midtown Atlanta, Morningside, Peoplestown, Poncey-Highland, Reynoldstown, Ridgewood Heights, Sandtown, Underwood Hills, Virginia-Highland. A good apartment rental website with lots of listings can be found Here. For additional apartment complexes, see below.
Buying a Home in Atlanta: Real Estate Brokers and AgentsWhen looking for a home, whether for a corporate relocation or just moving across town, it always helps to begin with MLS listings to get an idea of what is on the market and what your $$ can buy. Start with MLS Listings. Then find a real estate agent you trust and are comfortable with. Coldwell Banker Residential (770-787-8400) serves the entire Atlanta region, aiding in finding a home or planning a relocation. Keller Williams is another well-trusted local name (404-541-3500), traditionally dealing in higher end properties. Get information on neighborhoods, schools, property taxes, etc. Check out the tools below:
School Reports: Find out school rankings and scores.
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