Marietta Apartments and Rentals

Just north of Atlanta, Marietta Georgia radiates traditional Southern charm. This part of the state felt the brunt of General Sherman's wrath during the Civil War, but tradition here isn't so easily snuffed. While many city buildings were burned, others hung in. Some of the city's other assets-like the Chattahoochee River and the Kennesaw Mountain foothills-look likely to never say die. If you opt for a Marietta apartment, you'll live amidst this vibrant spirit.

Early settlers started putting down roots in Marietta in 1824. Ten years later, there was a courthouse square to gather around. The Western and Atlantic Railroad chose the city as its base not long after and then the money came calling. It was in Marietta, during the Civil War, that Union Army raider James Andrews stole the locomotive right off the train called The General. The ensuing so-called "Great Locomotive Chase" ended with Andrews' capture and execution. General Sherman, a couple of years later, torched the town as part of his march to the sea. Marietta rebuilt and restored. Today, The National Civic League recognizes the city as one of the best communities in the country. The courthouse square remains, but the courthouse does not.

Within the borders of Marietta you'll find Dobbins Air Reserve Base and a Lockheed Martin manufacturing plant. They help to make aeronautics one active local field of employment. There are also jobs here in health care, contracting, and education. Kool Smiles, YKK, and Alere are among the city's top employers. If you're looking for a higher education in Marietta, try Southern Polytechnic State University, Chattahoochee Technical College, or Life University.

Living in Marietta will cost you no more or less than the national norm. Rents are reasonable in town, with a one-bedroom Marietta apartment renting from between $626 and $894 a month. There's about an eight percent vacancy rate, so you should a find a good range of available properties.

Marietta Square is the center of the old city and an excellent place to spend some free time. There you'll find the Marietta Gone with the Wind Museum, the History Museum Theater, plus shopping and other attractions. If the heat is getting you down, you can head to Six Flags White Water out on Cobb Parkway. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park contains 17 miles of trails and living history demonstrations to commemorate fierce Civil War fighting.

To make the most of your time in Marietta, you'll want to catch some of the city's special events. The Glover Park Concert Series enlivens the last Friday of each month from April to September with music under the stars. First Friday Art Walks run on the initial Friday of each month from April to October. On those days, you can guide yourself through over 30 official and temporary galleries that feature work by local artists. There's a Fourth of July Parade as well, followed of course by fireworks. For one piece of local color, check out the Big Chicken that towers over the local KFC.

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