Conyers, located 24 miles east of Atlanta, is a gem of a town that distinguishes itself with its fine schools and gorgeous scenery. If you're especially fond of close-knit neighborhoods set among trees and rolling hills, this just might be the place for you. Families and single people alike who rent apartments in Conyers will appreciate its colorful folklore, and proximity to nature as well as recreational and business opportunities.
Officially incorporated 160 years ago, today over 15,000 people call Conyers home and enjoy the abundance of recreational opportunities that this town has to offer.
Outdoor enthusiasts will want to visit Georgia Horse Park, a sprawling, 1400-acre facility, was built for equestrian and mountain biking events during the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. The park now offers hiking, cycling and golf along with horseback riding. Arabia Mountainis a great place for families, employees and students to unwind and commune with nature. The Olde Town neighborhood features unique shops and restaurants. Olde Town festivals, parades, literary fairs and entertainment events bring the community together.
Sports fans will never find themselves without a team to root for: professional baseball, football and basketball thrive, and college teams in all sports have an enthusiastic following. In 2011, the Regional Youth Soccer Association gave birth to the Georgia Revolution, a semi-pro squad.
It's easy to get around town with or without a car thanks to the Xpress Bus Service, which provides bus transportation throughout the metro area and boasts such amenities as reclining seats, phone chargers, luggage racks and more.
A whopping 55 colleges and universities are located within a 50-mile radius. Georgia Perimeter College and Georgia Piedmont Technical College are right in the area. Bigger schools like Georgia State University and Emory are a short commute away. A resident who wishes to improve their cooking skills might choose Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts.
Job opportunities are trending upward with elite employers like AT&T, Acuity Brands and Rockdale Medical Center. The Xpress bus service can link apartment dwellers to jobs at Home Depot, Coca-Cola or Turner Broadcasting in Atlanta.