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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

3000 Ember Dr, Decatur, GA 30034, USA
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Management

Alpha Creek Services, LLC

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Leasing office

(404) 826-7981

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Creekside Forest Apartments earns a strong 9.6/10 expert rating, with standout marks for amenities, location, and quality, plus competitive value and strong trustworthiness. It’s noted for outdoor spaces that support pet friendliness and responsive on-site management, while nearby top-rated elementary and high schools add to its overall appeal.

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

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Creekside Forest Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,100 /mo3 units available
2 bedroom, 1 bathroom2 bed1 bath858 sqft$1,250 /mo3 units available
2 bedroom, 2 bathroom2 bed2 bath870 sqft$1,300 /mo3 units available
3 bedroom, 2 bathroom3 bed2 bath1,102 sqft$1,400 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for Creekside Forest Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
CarpetCarpeted Bedrooms
Private Patio/BalconySpacious Floor Plans
Tile Bathroom Flooring

Appliances

DishwasherEfficient Appliances
Electric Range/OvenIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRefrigerator
Washer Dryer Connections

Tech

Cable & Internet Ready

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Barbecue/Picnic AreaBasketball Courts
GateOutdoor Space
Pet-Friendly CommunityPlayground
Swimming Pool

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceNight Patrol
On-Site ManagementOnline Service Requests

Neighborhood

Transportation

Other

Online Rent PaymentOnline Resident Portal
Short Term Lease
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Cat Fee

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$350

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$30

Dog

Dog Fee

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$350

Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$30

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Building details

Property details

Units276
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About Creekside Forest Apartments

HomeApartments in Decatur Creekside Forest Apartments

Find Your Place at Creekside Forest Nestled among mature trees and peaceful surroundings, Creekside Apartments offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community. Whether you're looking for a cozy one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or a spacious three-bedroom home, you'll find thoughtfully designed living spaces at a price that fits your lifestyle. At Creekside, we're committed to creating a community our residents are proud to call home. Enjoy convenient online rent payments, easy maintenance requests through our resident portal, responsive on-site management, and ongoing property improvements designed to enhance your living experience. Located in Decatur with easy access to shopping, dining, schools, public transportation, and major highways, Creekside keeps you connected to everything you need while providing a quiet place to come home to. Welcome to Creekside Apartments, where comfort meets community and home feels just right. Schedule a Tour Today and Discover Why Creeksi


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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Creekside Forest Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated Creekside Forest Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Creekside Forest Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Creekside Forest Apartments 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Creekside Forest Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Creekside Forest Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Creekside Forest Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Creekside Forest Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Creekside Forest Apartments 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 Creekside Forest Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Decatur

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% lower than 1-bedrooms in Decatur.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Creekside Forest Apartments to be 17% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Decatur.

3-bedroom apartments at Creekside Forest Apartments cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Decatur.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Decatur
A table of studio rental data trends in Decatur
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,570
October 2024$1,592
November 2024$1,537
December 2024$1,540
January 2025$1,553
February 2025$1,558
March 2025$1,593
April 2025$1,570
May 2025$1,518
June 2025$1,376
July 2025$1,519
August 2025$1,580
September 2025$1,542
October 2025$1,530
November 2025$1,522
December 2025$1,530
January 2026$1,521
February 2026$1,500
March 2026$1,541
April 2026$1,576
May 2026$1,558
June 2026$1,561
July 2026$1,582
August 2026$1,566
September 2026$1,431

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Can I afford to live at 3000 Ember Dr?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$44,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Schools near Creekside Forest Apartments

Flat Shoals Elementary School

3226 flat shoals rd

decatur, GA, 30034

PK, K-5Public
C-

Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology

3132 clifton church rd se

atlanta, GA, 30316

PK, K-5Public
C-

Narvie Harris Elementary School

3981 mcgill dr

decatur, GA, 30034

PK, K-5Public
B-

Talley Street Elementary School

2617 talley st

decatur, GA, 30030

3-5Public
A

Edward L. Bouie Sr. Elementary School

5100 rock springs rd

lithonia, GA, 30038

PK, K-5Public
C+
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Getting around Decatur near 3000 Ember Dr

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

3/10
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 3000 Ember Dr, Decatur

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a short drive

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