Originally Posted by astnm
I am moving to Atlanta, GA in 6 weeks from Anchorage, AK. I grew up in SC and visited Atlanta a lot but never lived there. I am trying to line up an apartment before moving down and would like your advice. What are some of the best and worst apartments in Atlanta that you know of.
Thank you for your input!!
I live in Atlanta.
There are lot's of apartments, and more being built. With the recent subprime issue, unfortunately, the migration of people from homes to apartments has driven up rent a bit; my last rent increase was 7%. I pay $1028/month (plus utilities), for an 860 sq ft apartment in a gated complex about 2.5 miles from Emory U. It's a nice apt. and a great area.
Given the horrendous traffic conditions during the AM commute into Atlanta AND the current local gas prices (~$4/gal), I believe it is worthwhile to pay a few extra dollars to live as close as possible to your job and school. If you are going to school at Emory, there are plenty of apartments nearby, and alternative travel arrangements (metro bus, CliffBus). The weather is very nice most of the time, so I ride a motorcycle, and scooters are becoming popular.
I am planning on leaving Atlanta this fall, but if I were to stay, I would probably be getting an apartment here (
http://www.gables.com/sheridan), brand spanking new apartments about 3 miles from Emory. Another complex (don't remember the name) is going up at the intersection of Lavista and Cheshire Bridge...nice complex, across the street from a Publix grocery, cool little coffee shop on site, easy access to the interstate, and maybe 4-5 miles to Emory. A little seedy a few miles southwest with some adult entertainment as you go toward Monroe (closer to downtown Atlanta), but safe as any other neighborhood. I'd consider moving there as well.
You may try craigslist as well.
Where will you be working?
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