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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Washer and dryer connections
  • Ceiling fans
  • Sparkling pool
  • Brushed nickel accents
  • Plenty of closet space
  • Contemporary cabinets

Location

1981 Defoor Ave Nw, Atlanta, GA 30318, USA|Underwood Hills
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Management

Habersham Properties, Inc

Leasing office

(404) 351-9040

Property Overview

Defoors Ridge Apartments achieves an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, illustrating its overall appeal to renters. The property excels with a price rating of 8 and an amenities rating of 9, highlighting a competitive price point and an exceptional array of features such as a sparkling pool and spacious closets. Additionally, the 9 rating for location signifies convenient access to public transport and nearby amenities, making it a desirable choice for individuals seeking a vibrant community.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Defoors Ridge Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Defoors Ridge Apartments 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

  • More space
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BD1BA-800SF1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,175 /mo1 unit availablePerfect Upper Westside location, friendly neighborhood and community staff with the most affordable rent in the area. Our super large 1BR/1BA apartments are 800SF are open, airy, plenty of closet space and only $1,175.00 a month. The gas service is included. NO ADMIN FEES. All apartments have washer and dryer connections, ceiling fans, 2-inch blinds, crown molding, brushed nickel accents, contemporary cabinets. $60 APP FEE AND $250 SECURITY DEPOSIT. NO HIDDEN FEES. Marta stop at our driveway. Sparkling pool. These apartments will not last long so give me a call or email TODAY!!! (404) 351-9040 ****

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Amenities for Defoors Ridge Apartments

Apartment Amenities

GasVent Hood

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
Garbage DisposalRefrigerator
Stove with Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Grilling AreaSwimming Pool
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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units60
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About Defoors Ridge Apartments

HomeApartments in AtlantaUnderwood Hills Defoors Ridge Apartments

Defoors Ridge @ Collier Apartments is strategically located on Defoor Avenue in West Midtown at walking distance from a vast amount of stores, restaurants and shopping centers. We have 2 floorplans only: Our 1BR/1BA apts. (800sq. ft.) is $1,350.00 and includes: base rent, water, sewer, trash (5-day valet & dumpster), recycling (5-day valet & dumpster), gas, parking, online payment option if you own a checking account, & pest control! Our 2BR apartments (1154 sq. ft.) are $1,550.00 a month including the same services as 1BRs! 12 month leases at the regular rate, 6 month leases are the rate above plus $100. Both lease agreements can be broken at any time with a 60 day notice, and a one month break-up fee. Pricing is subject to change without notice.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Defoors Ridge Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Defoors Ridge Apartments 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 Defoors Ridge Apartments
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Defoors Ridge Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Underwood Hills. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A 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.
Defoors Ridge Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Defoors Ridge Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Defoors Ridge Apartments 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 Defoors Ridge Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 4 highest rated

Nice management, quite environment.

Bo Wang

Bo Wang

Sep 18, 2016

I lived at Defoors Ridge Apartments and was very happy my entire time there. Leasing office manager was very professional and always worked to solve any issues that I experienced during my leasing term. The property was well kept...

Virginia Bridgett

Virginia Bridgett

Jul 07, 2019

We’re sharing just 4 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Defoors Ridge Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 15 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • A bustling neighborhood

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 Defoors Ridge Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 57 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Underwood Hills

1-bedroom apartments at Defoors Ridge Apartments cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Underwood Hills.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Underwood Hills
Atlanta
A table of studio rental data trends in Atlanta
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,537
March 2024$1,556
April 2024$1,574
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$1,496
A table of studio rental data trends in Underwood Hills
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,237
April 2024$2,383

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,175.
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Schools near Defoors Ridge Apartments

Rivers Elementary School

8 peachtree battle ave nw

atlanta, GA, 30305

PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Atlanta near 1981 Defoor Ave Nw

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1981 Defoor Ave Nw, Atlanta

Groceries

9/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 5-minute walk, and there are also some specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

5/10
Several fashion stores are within a short walk.

Cafes

6/10
The closest café is within a 5-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

6/10
Several restaurants are within a short walk.

Parks

4/10
Few parks in the area.

Nightlife

4/10
The closest bar is within a 5-minute walk, and there are a few other bars within walking distance.

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