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Highlights

  • 24/7 emergency maintenance
  • Large closets
  • Off-street parking
  • Ceiling fans
  • On-site laundry facility
  • Private patios

Location

1601 Massachusetts Ave Sw, Marietta, GA 30008, USA
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(470) 335-0337

Property Overview

Balfour Forest Apartments earns a strong overall rating, with standout marks for price, location, and amenities, suggesting solid value and everyday convenience. Notable features include 24/7 emergency maintenance, large closets, off-street parking, ceiling fans, on-site laundry, and private patios, while nearby transit, a top-rated elementary school, and strong value-for-money add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” 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, Balfour Forest Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Balfour Forest Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Public transit nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

Mahogany2 bed1 bath700 sqft$1,027–$1,057 /mo2 units availableTake a virtual tour: https homejab vr-360-tour com e tRABmBz3wEg e

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About Balfour Forest Apartments

HomeApartments in Marietta Balfour Forest Apartments

Discover your ideal home at Balfour Forest Apartments in Marietta, GA. Tucked away in a secluded neighborhood conveniently located where Marietta, Smyrna, and Vinings meet, our well-maintained community delivers the perfect mix of quiet suburban living and unbeatable convenience. Choose from thoughtfully designed floor plans featuring high-end interior finishes, including modern granite countertops, durable vinyl plank flooring, ceiling fans, central A/C, large closets, cable-ready setups, and in-home washer/dryer hookups in select units. Enjoy top-tier community amenities such as lushly landscaped grounds, private patios, a fun playground, off-street parking, an on-site laundry facility, dedicated on-site management with 24/7 emergency maintenance, and flexible short-term lease options. At Balfour Forest, you're just 10 minutes from Truist Park (home of the Atlanta Braves), The Battery, and Cumberland Mall, with Life University located just minutes away. Enjoy immediate access to a variety of walkable shopping and dining destinations right outside your door. Commuting is effortless with convenient access to major thoroughfares and nearby stops along the MARTA bus line. Schedule your tour today and discover why Balfour Forest is the top choice for apartments for rent in Marietta!


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, Balfour Forest Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Balfour Forest Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Balfour Forest Apartments
Price·10A 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.
Balfour Forest Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Balfour Forest Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Balfour Forest 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·6A 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 Balfour Forest Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Balfour Forest Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 Balfour Forest Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Public transit nearby
Only 0.1 miles from transit
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 miles away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2.7 miles away

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Rent trends in Marietta

2-bedroom apartments at Balfour Forest Apartments cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Marietta.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Marietta
A table of studio rental data trends in Marietta
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,319
November 2024$1,254
December 2024$1,215
January 2025$1,297
February 2025$1,284
March 2025$1,198
April 2025$1,211
May 2025$1,208
June 2025$1,179
July 2025$1,167
August 2025$1,286
September 2025$1,238
October 2025$1,188
November 2025$1,176
December 2025$1,212
January 2026$1,197
February 2026$1,195
March 2026$1,183
April 2026$1,132
May 2026$1,122
June 2026$1,150
July 2026$1,137
August 2026$1,085
September 2026$1,225
October 2026$1,400

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1601 Massachusetts Ave Sw?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$41,080/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,080 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,027.
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Schools near Balfour Forest Apartments

Emily Lembeck Early Learning Center

377 henry dr sw

marietta, GA, 30064

PKPublic

Cheatham Hill Elementary School

1350 john ward rd sw

marietta, GA, 30064

PK, K-5Public
A

Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence

6151 powers ferry rd nw

atlanta, GA, 30339

3-12Public
B

Chattahoochee Early Learning Center

2751 peyton rd nw

atlanta, GA, 30318

PKPublic

Harper-Archer Elementary School

3399 collier dr nw

atlanta, GA, 30331

PK, K-5Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Marietta near 1601 Massachusetts Ave Sw

Walking

3/10
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.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1601 Massachusetts Ave Sw, Marietta

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

0/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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