Housing in Atlanta
General Comments from Students and Graduates:
You
must think carefully about location in considering your choice of residences.
One of the critical factors in the PA program is managing your time effectively.
The objective is to minimize commute time to campus. The more time you
spend in your car commuting, the less time you are effectively studying.
The
public transportation system (MARTA) in metro Atlanta is excellent.
Unfortunately, Emory is not on the train routes. MARTA can still get you to
Emory from most surrounding areas. Keep in mind:
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The commute
requires several transfers (train to bus or combo) and a lot of dead time but it
can be done. Some students can study on the MARTA, but not all.
Considerations if you drive to campus:
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Graduate
housing is a walk through Lullwater Park or shuttle bus ride away.
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At the outer
ranges are residences/apartments outside what is known as the "perimeter" or the
I-285 loop which runs completely around Atlanta. Living around the perimeter is
manageable; if you live right at the perimeter expect a 30 minute drive during
peak hours, if you live further it may be 45 minutes to an hour (so most commute
during non rush hour traffic).
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Lower housing
costs makes up what you give up in commute time; so, there are trade-offs.
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Commutes can
be well used listening to taped lectures if this type of review is helpful for
you.
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Of classmates
who live outside of Atlanta, most get to school by 7:30. By beating the commute
traffic you can turn a 1 hr peak traffic trip into a 30-45 min trip. Good study
time before class!
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If you are
moving to Atlanta try and stay with in a five-ten mile radius of the school, or
at least right around the I-285 loop.
Emory Housing Resources:
Emory Graduate Housing is convenient to the campus, and may be a desirable
option for some students.
Emory
Off-campus Housing
Listings provide a searchable list of private house and apartments for rent.
Apartments:
***NOTE: This
list is presented as a starting point, and should not be viewed as complete. See
an apartment guide for more details. The list, comments, and/or descriptions were compiled by
students, or submitted by Apartment companies, and does not constitute an endorsement from the Emory PA Program.
AMLI at Clairmont Apartments,
3078 Clairmont Rd, bout 4
miles from campus. Great location and cute apartments. 404-633-8339
Arbor
Hills, 2696
N. Druid Hills Rd.; located about 2 miles from campus. Pool, car wash, tennis
courts (free lessons included), laundry, and exercise facility with racquetball
courts. Complex is very nicely landscaped. Fairly laid back managers.
404-633-8258.
Archstone at Briarcliff,
404-325-0321
1 and 2 bedroom apartments with flexible 2 to 12 month lease terms. The
community offers:
24 hour fitness center ; Pool ; BBQ grills and picnic areas; Gated access;
Laundry room;
Covered parking Available ; Small dogs allowed.
Apartments include: Crown molding; Intrusion alarm systems; White-on-white
appliances ;
White-washed cabinets ; Patio/balcony ; Separate dining room ; Washer and dryer
connection .
Archstone
Clifton,
404-320-1953
Large 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with flexible 2 to 12 month lease terms.
Apartments include: Built-in bookcases and shelving; Intrusion alarms; Bright
kitchens with GE appliances; Walk-in closets; Wood burning gas fireplace; Gas
heat ; Lighted tennis court; Pet-friendly up to 70 lbs; Picnic area with BBQ
grill ; Privacy entry gate; Pool and gazebo; Public transportation nearby;
Fitness center.
Atlanta
Apartment Locators. The company states "Our company offers free
apartment locating services and gives those who use our service to lease an
apartment a $100 rebate."
Calibre
Woods, 2075
LaVista Rd., located near Toco Hills shopping center. One mile from campus.
Pool, tennis courts, laundry facilities, exercise equipment. 404-634-4259.
Cameron
Pointe , 1901
Briarcliff Rd., near Clifton Rd. features fireplaces and alarm systems in all
apartments, sunrooms, private patios, carpeting, w/d connections, pool, and
tennis courts. A bit pricey, but nice and VERY close to campus).
404-320-1953
Carlyle
Lake & Highland Lake
located on Clairmont Avenue and conveniently across from Emory Graduate Student
Housing. Classmates can drive, walk to school or choose to ride the shuttle
(for a fee). Upscale apartments in gated community with lots of amenities
including decks, workout facility. Small pets.
10
Highland Lake Circle. These apartments are owned and operated by the same
people who run Carlyle Lake. They also have the same floor plans but are a
little more expensive. They are located right across the street from the VA
(down the street from Carlyle Lake). 404-633-6118
Collier
Road Apt.,
1000 Collier Rd. 1-2 bedroom available. 20 minutes to campus. Residential
area. Hardwood floors and high ceilings. Pets allowed.
404-355-4750
Crescent
Court Apt.,
115 Crescent Crt Dr, (Clairmont & Scott), 2 bedroom. Courtyard, hardwood
floors, pets allowed. 404-377-8721
Emory Apartment Guys -
Emory Apartment Guys is a
student run apartment locating service catering to Emory students. In business
for over 2 years, they state that they have helped hundreds of Emory students
find apartments absolutely free.
Emory
Valley –1261
Glenwood Ave These are right across the street from the law school. Older
complex that seems like a motel converted to apartments.
404-622-1448.
Highlands
at Briarcliff
– 2735 Briarcliff Road. Older apartments very conveniently located about 3
miles from campus. One to three bedrooms. 404-633-1515.
Jackson
Square Apt,
455 DeKalb Industrial Way Pool, exercise facility, movie theater, air
conditioning, club house, pets allowed, office with fax machine. 3 miles from
campus.
404-294-0400
Kenco
–Briarcliff,
2194 Briarcliff Rd., near N. Druid Hills. 1 & 2 bd room apts, no undergrads, no
pets, was/dry/pool/ carpeting and hardwood floors. Really quiet and good deal.
A smaller complex, owner runs another complex across the street and one on
Lavista. 404-633-7939
Longwood
Apartments –
3131 North Druid Hills Road. Located on the corner of N. Druid Hills and
Clairmont, about a 5-minute drive from school. Washers and dryers are included
and pets are allowed. 404-320-9140
North
Cliff Gables,
1831 Briarcliff Cir. Large apts. 12 minute commute. Quiet complex, nice pool,
fireplace, screened in porch. 2-3 bedroom available. Good deals
404-634-6415
North
Decatur Gardens
, 465 Medlock, near downtown Decatur – about 2.5 miles from campus. Pool,
laundry facilities. 1-3 bedrooms. 404-377-7353.
The
Oaks of Briarcliff
on Briarcliff Rd., 1,2,3, &
4-bedroom apartments feature pool, tennis courts, A/C, dishwasher, w/d
connection. Pets and kids OK. One to four bedroom floorplans. Recent remodeling
and security gate. 404-321-6566.
Park
at Briarcliff,
1491 Druid Valley Dr. Older complex that is very affordable and about 2-3 miles
from campus.
www.gables.com
404-633-3520
Pines
on Scott, 927
Scott Blvd. Safe convenient. 404-377-8188
Post Briarcliff,
500 Briarvista Way, at the intersection of Briarcliff and Lavista, about 2 miles
from campus. Opened in Spring ’99. Security gates, two pools, exercise room,
business center (with computers), urban garden. Small pets accepted with
security deposit.
www.postproperties.com
404-235-3477.
Post Walk,
3421 N. Druid Hills Rd., just 3 miles from Emory at North Druid Hills &
Clairmont. It offers w/d hook-ups, fireplace, deck/porch, security entrance
gate, tennis court, pool, and workout facility. No washer/dryer. Excellent
management. 404-633-0373.
There
are several Post properties in Atlanta, all of them up-scale. The rents
however are competitive. Post has an outstanding reputation for service to
tenants - if something is not working in your apartment it gets fixed
immediately or you get a discount on your rent. Each complex also has
security that prevents access by other than authorized tenants and their
guests; you can add additional apartment security at most locations. This may
be an important factor for women living alone.
President Park Apartments,
1231 Clairmont Rd. About 10 minutes from campus (only about 1.5 miles). Great
location, and very affordable (behind Publix on Clairmont).
404-325-4193
Rock Spring Estates,
(Gables property) outskirt of VA Highlands. No gates but security alarm. 2
bedroom/2 bath 404-872-1111
Sloan Square,
1555 Lavista Rd. near Briarcliff. W/d in each unit, 24 hr-monitored alarm,
swimming pool, exercise room, microwave, fireplace, and sunroom available.
404-320-0439.
Valley Brook Crossing Apartments,
777 Valley Brook Road (which turns into N Druid Hills). 4.5 miles from campus,
1.2 miles. from N. Dekalb Mall. Offers screened - in carpeted porches, w/d
connections, central laundry facility, small pets, tennis court, pool,
clubhouse, individual storage room, 24 hour maintenance. . Pretty grounds with
lots of trees, central yards are large and good sidewalks, apartments are
roomy. 404-299-9305
Valley Place Apartments-3324
Valley Brook Road about 4 mi. from campus, 1 mi. from N. Dekalb Mall. Offers
pool, tennis courts, workout facility, car wash, hook-ups, laundry, a/c,
balconies, small pets ok with deposit . No security gate but in a decent
neighborhood. Minimal yard space but well kept and a great deal!
404-296-0548
Willow Ridge,
3548 Rockbridge Rd., Avondale Estates. On corner of Northern Ave. & Rockbridge
about 5 miles from campus features dishwasher, A/C, pool, tennis, fitness trail,
and security systems in each apt. 404-299-9320.
Windsor at Briarhill,
1470 Sheridan Rd., near Briarcliff & N. Druid Hills. About 3 miles from
campus. Very nice, somewhat smaller setting. Safe; alarms, gated. Vaulted
ceilings, fireplaces, washer & dryer inside apartment. Nice pool, spa/fitness
center. Small pets O.K. 404-634-5891.
Woodland Hills,
3471 North Druid Hills just 6 miles from Emory offers pool, tennis court,
exercise room, w/d hook-ups, central laundry facility, alarms, noise deterrent,
A/C. Ask about services. Sm. pets, non-gated, plenty of trees, minimal
yard space. 404-634-9462.
