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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • New Construction
  • Pet Friendly

Location

1881 Second Ave, Decatur, GA 30032, USA|East Lake
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Property Overview

Vela Park is a highly rated community with an overall expert score of 8.1/10, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 amenities rating and a 9/10 location rating that reflects strong convenience to key destinations, including a nearby top-rated middle school. With a 7/10 price rating and strong value per square foot, it offers a competitive balance of cost and quality, supported by an 8/10 trustworthiness score and extensive listing details, including 50 photos. Outdoor spaces help make it especially appealing for pet friendliness.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Vela Park is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Vela Park has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

SwazeyStudio1 bath522 sqft$1,399–$1,572 /mo7 units availableStudio, 1 Shower, w/ Balcony
LilacStudio1 bath540 sqft$1,499–$1,614 /mo10 units availableStudio, 1 Shower, w/o Balcony
CameliaStudio1 bath597 sqft$1,759–$1,774 /mo10 units availableJr 1 BR, 1 Bath (Tub) Apartment w/ Balcony
Marion1 bed1 bath708 sqft$1,762–$1,838 /mo10 units available1 BR, 1 Bath (Shower) Apartment w/ Balcony
Marion-Alt1 bed1 bath708 sqft$1,800–$1,820 /mo2 units available1 BR, 1 Bath Handicap Apartment w/ Balcony
Eleanor1 bed1 bath708 sqft$1,805–$1,810 /mo7 units available1 BR, 1 Bath (Tub) Apartment w/ Balcony
Bernice1 bed1 bath732 sqft$1,814–$1,830 /mo6 units available1 BR, 1 Bath (Shower) Apartment w/o Balcony
Parker1 bed1 bath819 sqft$2,161–$2,175 /mo10 units available1 BR + Den, 1 Bath (Shower) Apartment w/ Balcony (Corner)
A2A1 bed1 bath834 sqft$2,165 /mo1 unit available1 BR + Den, 1 Bath (Tub) Apartment w/ Balcony (Corner)
Valencia1 bed1 bath876 sqft$2,190–$2,192 /mo2 units available1 BR + Den, 1 Bath (Shower) Apartment w/ Balcony
Alston2 bed2 bath1,031 sqft$2,285–$2,320 /mo2 BR, 2 Bath w/ Balcony (Inline)
Alston-Alt2 bed2 bath1,031 sqft$2,320 /mo1 unit available2 BR, 2 Bath Handicap w/ Balcony (Inline)
Marco2 bed2 bath1,109 sqft$2,399–$2,590 /mo10 units available2 BR, 2 Bath w/ Balcony (Corner)
Glenwood2 bed2.5 bath1,325 sqft$2,961 /mo1 unit available2 BR, 2.5 Bath Two-Story Townhome; two-car garage; ground floor stoop
Hillcrest3 bed2.5 bath1,498 sqft$3,751 /mo1 unit available3 BR, 2.5 Bath Two-Story Townhome; two-car garage; ground floor stoop; elevated balcony
Allendale3 bed3.5 bath1,879 sqft$3,845–$3,870 /mo3 BR, 3.5 Bath Three-Story Townhome; two-car garage; ground floor stoop; elevated balcony

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Amenities for Vela Park

Apartment Amenities

Balcony

Building

Cats OKClubhouse
Dogs OKFitness Studio
Residents Lounge

Grounds

Grill Area
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

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Building details

Property details

Year built2025
Units326
Lease terms12–18 months
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About Vela Park

HomeApartments in AtlantaEast Lake Vela Park

- Studio, 1 Shower, w/ Balcony- Studio, 1 Shower, w/o Balcony- Jr 1 BR, 1 Bath (Tub) Apartment w/ Balcony- 1 BR, 1 Bath (Shower) Apartment w/ Balcony- 1 BR, 1 Bath Handicap Apartment w/ Balcony- 1 BR, 1 Bath (Tub) Apartment w/ Balcony- 1 BR, 1 Bath (Shower) Apartment w/o Balcony- 1 BR + Den, 1 Bath (Shower) Apartment w/ Balcony (Corner)- 1 BR + Den, 1 Bath (Tub) Apartment w/ Balcony (Corner)- 1 BR + Den, 1 Bath (Shower) Apartment w/ Balcony- 2 BR, 2 Bath w/ Balcony (Inline)- 2 BR, 2 Bath Handicap w/ Balcony (Inline)- 2 BR, 2 Bath w/ Balcony (Corner)- 2 BR, 2.5 Bath Two-Story Townhome; two-car garage; ground floor stoop- 3 BR, 2.5 Bath Two-Story Townhome; two-car garage; ground floor stoop; elevated balcony- 3 BR, 3.5 Bath Three-Story Townhome; two-car garage; ground floor stoop; elevated balcony


Year Built: 2025

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Vela Park is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Vela Park has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Vela Park
Price·7A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Vela Park has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Vela Park stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Vela Park is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Vela Park to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Vela Park is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property

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 Vela Park compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 3-bedroom is 428 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 93 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in East Lake

Studio apartments at Vela Park cost about 6% more than the average rent price for studios in East Lake.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 10% higher than 1-bedrooms in East Lake.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Vela Park to be 19% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in East Lake.

3-bedroom apartments at Vela Park cost about 41% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in East Lake.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
East Lake
Atlanta
A table of studio rental data trends in Atlanta
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,560
June 2024$1,551
July 2024$1,513
August 2024$1,526
September 2024$1,531
October 2024$1,488
November 2024$1,511
December 2024$1,548
January 2025$1,532
February 2025$1,513
March 2025$1,487
April 2025$1,515
May 2025$1,538
June 2025$1,561
July 2025$1,514
August 2025$1,508
September 2025$1,485
October 2025$1,506
November 2025$1,501
December 2025$1,501
January 2026$1,502
February 2026$1,514
March 2026$1,488
April 2026$1,490
A table of studio rental data trends in East Lake
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,367
June 2024$1,362
July 2024$1,374
November 2025$1,492
December 2025$1,505
January 2026$1,571
February 2026$1,551
March 2026$1,424
April 2026$1,465

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$59,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,960 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $1,499.
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Schools near Vela Park

Ronald E. McNair Discover Learning Academy

2162 second ave

decatur, GA, 30032

PK, K-5Public
C-

Whitefoord Early Learning Program

35 whitefoord ave

atlanta, GA, 30317

PKPublic

Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology

3132 clifton church rd se

atlanta, GA, 30316

PK, K-5Public
C-

Talley Street Elementary School

2617 talley st

decatur, GA, 30030

3-5Public
A

Uhs of Laurel Heights

934 briarcliff rd ne

atlanta, GA, 30306

2-11Public
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Getting around Decatur near 1881 Second Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1881 Second Ave, Decatur

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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