Stockbridge Apartments and Rentals

Nestled in the Atlanta suburbs, Stockbridge has a rich history that fills the streets with the ideal southern atmosphere. Residents here enjoy a strong sense of community that keeps them feeling connected and informed. Amidst the beautiful, leafy surroundings are a number of parks throughout the city where residents can enjoy picnics and natural trails for biking or walking. 

Residents in Stockbridge take pride in the acclaimed public services, continuous economic development and stable growth of their city. With more than 26,000 residents, Stockbridge embodies Southern hospitality, with neighbors who are helpful, friendly and inviting. Stockbridge apartments for rent are perfect for people looking for a little small town comfort.

When Concord Methodist Church was organized in 1829, Old Stockbridge formed around it and applied for a post office to become a crossroads community. The town was named after Professor Levi Stockbridge, who was an outstanding Yankee school teacher traveling and teaching in the southern states. Stockbridge was incorporated into a city in 1920 after the East Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia Railroad brought new business and inhabitants to the area in the late 19th century.

Today Stockbridge is a thriving suburb, often hailed as the “gateway to Henry County” because of its location 20 miles south of Atlanta and 12 miles east of the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Stockbridge is conveniently located near I-75 and I-675 freeways, making it easy to get to and from your home when traveling. With a very family-friendly environment, residents of all ages flock to the area to live the easy, southern lifestyle.

Clayton State University may be the only school in town, but there are other universities located 20 miles away in the metropolis of Atlanta. Emory University is the most prestigious, and joined by Clark Atlanta University, the Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia State University and Oglethorpe University, among others, that offer students the quintessential college experience. Many students explore the area to take a break from the hustle and bustle of downtown Atlanta.

For those seeking work, there are 10 Fortune 500 companies with headquarters or regional offices in Atlanta, including Coca-Cola, Home Depot, Delta Air Lines and the United Parcel Service. People looking for local employment options can take advantage of the booming transportation, warehousing, utilities and retail trade industries that employ 26 percent of Stockbridge residents. With a unique combination of workers from all areas of the job market, Stockbridge apartments are perfect for everyone.

Stockbridge residents pay the price for Atlanta attractions with a relatively high cost of living. According to U.S. Census Bureau statistics, the average apartment here is around $982 a month. That’s nearly $130 more than the national average, but residents here don’t seem to mind. With the exciting environment of a nearby big city and the idyllic comfort of a smaller town, rentals in Stockbridge give residents the best of both of both worlds.

Stockbridge residents love to take advantage of beautiful scenery and optimal weather conditions year round by taking part in outdoor activities like the Behind the Gates 5K/10K, Full Moon Night Hikes and playing golf at one of the numerous clubs in the suburbs. People here also enjoy the many events taking place in Atlanta, including the Great Atlanta Beer Fest, Summer Shade Festival, Speakeasy Cocktail Festival and the Flowery Branch Car Show & Chili Cook Off, among others.

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