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5036 Balus Dr, Gainesville, GA 30504, USA
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Amenities for 5036 Balus Dr
Appliances
| Garbage Disposal |
Community
| Laundry Hookups | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Swimming Pool |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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About 5036 Balus Dr
Apply now or schedule your self-tour today and take the first step toward getting more than just a place to live. Rent with FirstKey Homes for a home that's right for you, plus professional service and maintenance, innovative resident programs, and more; that's the power of purple! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental home in Gainesville, GA, could be just what you’re looking for. See the pictures to learn more. And apply soon – homes can go fast! This home is available to pre-lease! Reserve it by paying a refundable Hold Fee. (Exceptions apply in Colorado.) Find out more about pre-leasing on the Pre-Leasing page of the FirstKey Homes website. This home is currently occupied and coming soon; please respect the current resident's privacy and do not disturb. Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; an $11 monthly utility management fee; other mandatory fees, if applicable, for pool maintenance, pet fees/rent, smart home, internet service, and propane refilling; and optional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99). HOAs may also charge mandatory application and amenity fees, where applicable, which must be paid directly to the HOA. For a comprehensive overview of all potential fees, please see the Rental Fees page on the FirstKey Homes website. FirstKey Homes, LLC is an Equal Housing Lessor under the FHA. Applicable local, state and federal laws may apply. Lease terms and conditions apply. This is not an offer to rent; you must submit additional information for review and approval. Listed features may not be accurate; confirm details with a leasing representative. Certain cities and municipalities (including St. Louis and Chicago) require a home inspection prior to a new resident taking possession of the home. Please note that your move-in date could be adjusted to accommodate inspection requirements. Ask your leasing agent for more details. BEWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS: FirstKey Homes exclusively manages our homes (no third-party management). We do not lease homes through, Facebook Marketplace, or other classified advertising services. All applications and lease signing can only be completed through our online platform. We will never ask for wire transfers, cash apps like Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, PayPal, or any other transferring method to collect funds. Some photos may feature virtual furniture staging, which is intended to help visualize the space and potential designs. The rental home does not come with any furniture shown in the images and these virtual images do not represent actual furnishings. Listing photos are provided to help you select a home; all photos shown are for representative and illustrative purposes only but may not be exact. Colors and photo size may vary based on different resolutions, hue, brightness, contrast, or other photo variations. Photos on websites may be modified, changed, or amended at any time. For new construction homes, actual homes may vary; photos may be of similar home/floorplan; home may be under construction and photos may not be of actual home; individual homes, amenities, features, and views may differ.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 5036 Balus Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 30504 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Gainesville
3-bedroom apartments at 5036 Balus Dr cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Gainesville.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Gainesville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,999 |
| August 2024 | $1,985 |
| September 2024 | $1,985 |
| October 2024 | $1,992 |
| November 2024 | $1,966 |
| December 2024 | $1,970 |
| January 2025 | $1,956 |
| February 2025 | $1,953 |
| March 2025 | $2,000 |
| April 2025 | $2,002 |
| May 2025 | $1,999 |
| June 2025 | $1,999 |
| July 2025 | $1,999 |
| August 2025 | $2,000 |
| September 2025 | $1,999 |
| October 2025 | $2,015 |
| November 2025 | $2,028 |
| December 2025 | $1,986 |
| January 2026 | $1,973 |
| February 2026 | $1,999 |
| March 2026 | $2,000 |
| April 2026 | $2,000 |
| May 2026 | $1,999 |
| June 2026 | $1,999 |
| July 2026 | $1,999 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 5036 Balus Dr
Oakwood Elementary School
4500 allen st
oakwood, GA, 30566
PK, K-5Public
B-
Mundy Mill Academy
4260 mundy mill parkway
gainesville, GA, 30504
PK, K-5Public
B-
World Language Academy
4670 winder hwy
flowery branch, GA, 30542
PK, K-5Public
B
Buford Senior Academy
2700 robert bell pkwy
buford, GA, 30518
3-5Public
A+
Buford Head Start
84 maddox rd
buford, GA, 30518
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Getting around Gainesville near 5036 Balus Dr
Walking
2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
2/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.
Points of interest for 5036 Balus Dr, Gainesville
Groceries
2/10
Few or no groceries within a short drive
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within a short drive
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
3/10
Some restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive
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