Conley is minutes from Downtown Atlanta and major highways I-285, I-675, and I-75.
Residents of Conley can visit the Georgia Aquarium, the largest aquarium in the U.S., located nearby.
Southside Park is a hub for South Atlanta's baseball scene.
Southside Park is a sports-centered park and the second largest park in Atlanta.

Conley, GA

Area Guide

Bask in hometown serenity outside the city

Suburban • Diverse • Convenient

Sitting at Atlanta's southeast edge, Conley, Georgia carries the quiet confidence of a community that knows exactly where it stands. Originally known as Moccasin Gap and officially renamed in 1867, this census-designated place in Clayton County spans just two square miles, yet it connects residents to one of the Southeast's largest metros in under 15 minutes.

Conley's identity is shaped by its industrial roots and its position along the I-285 and I-675 corridor, making it a practical base for those who work across the Atlanta region. Clayton State University sits less than five miles away, and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a short drive south, giving the area real economic weight. Nearby Forest Park and the broader Clayton County communities offer additional retail, dining, and recreation options without requiring a long commute.

The housing stock here leans toward modest single-family homes and smaller apartment communities, offering accessible options compared to Atlanta's pricier in-town neighborhoods. Renters looking for a low-key setting with straightforward access to the city will find Conley delivers on that promise without the noise or density that often comes with closer-in living.

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Southside Park is a hub for South Atlanta's baseball scene.

Southside Park is a sports-centered park and the second largest park in Atlanta.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$42,386

Average: $66,590

Education

497

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

2,426

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

34 Years

Largest Age Group

10-19 Years

Approximately 16% of Residents

Under 20

30%

Over 65

13%

Housing Distribution

Conley has more renters than homeowners.

Renters
53%
Non-Renters
47%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
7%
Other Education
93%

Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Conley, GA is for everyday living.

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100
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Schools

Anderson Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

414 Students

6/10
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Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Ferns of the World Garden
  • Zoo Atlanta
  • Trees Atlanta
  • The Georgia Capitol Museum
  • Park Pride

Transit / Subway

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

Colleges

Top Apartments in Conley

Copa Parque Apartments

Copa Parque Apartments

1466 Rockcut Rd,
Forest Park, GA 30297

$995 - $1,100

1-2 Beds

The Preserve On Conley

The Preserve On Conley

4233 Jonesboro Rd,
Forest Park, GA 30297

$1,050

1-3 Beds

Conley Square

Conley Square

875 Conley Rd SE,
Atlanta, GA 30354

$1,225 - $1,375

2-3 Beds

The Villages at South River

The Villages at South River

925 Conley Rd,
Atlanta, GA 30354

$1,000 - $1,375

1-3 Beds

Room in House on Sheppard Dr

Room in House on Sheppard Dr

4308 Sheppard Dr,
Conley, GA 30288

$650

1 Bed

Sheraton House Apartments

Sheraton House Apartments

1409 Rockcut Rd,
Forest Park, GA 30297

$850 - $950

1-2 Beds

2141 Silva Ct

2141 Silva Ct

2141 Silva Ct,
Conley, GA 30288

$2,180

4 Beds

3809 Rolling Pl

3809 Rolling Pl

3809 Rolling Pl,
Conley, GA 30288

$850

1 Bed

1540 Greenwillow Dr

1540 Greenwillow Dr

1540 Greenwillow Dr,
Conley, GA 30288

$1,895

4 Beds

Houses for Rent in Conley

Room in House on Sheppard Dr

4308 Sheppard Dr,
Conley, GA 30288

$650

1 Bed | 1 Bath

2141 Silva Ct

2141 Silva Ct,
Conley, GA 30288

$2,180

4 Beds | 2.5 Baths

3809 Rolling Pl

3809 Rolling Pl,
Conley, GA 30288

$850

1 Bed | 1 Bath

1540 Greenwillow Dr

1540 Greenwillow Dr,
Conley, GA 30288

$1,895

4 Beds | 2 Baths

4324 Edinburgh Way

4324 Edinburgh Way,
Conley, GA 30288

$2,200

5 Beds | 5 Baths

4484 Bonnie Glen Ct

4484 Bonnie Glen Ct,
Conley, GA 30288

$1,690

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths

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Living in Conley

History

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Conley developed as a modest rural community in the early 20th century along rail lines that once connected Atlanta to surrounding agricultural regions. Named after a local family, the area served as a junction point where freight and passenger trains moved goods and people through the growing metropolitan corridor. While much of its historic railroad infrastructure has faded, remnants of this transportation heritage remain visible in the community's layout and older buildings scattered throughout the area.

Today, Conley retains a quiet, unpolished character shaped by its history and proximity to major distribution centers. The community lacks formal historic districts or grand preserved landmarks, but its aging commercial buildings and modest residential streets reflect decades of steady industrial and suburban growth. For renters settling here, the history is less about museum-worthy sites and more about the understated evolution of a South DeKalb County crossroads that has adapted over time to serve the practical needs of metro Atlanta.

Parks

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Conley is a small unincorporated community in Clayton County, Georgia, located just southeast of Atlanta. Residents enjoy easy access to Reynolds Nature Preserve, a 146-acre natural sanctuary in nearby Morrow featuring wetlands, ponds, forested trails, and a variety of native wildlife, a true escape into nature just minutes away. The broader Clayton County area also offers Veterans Memorial Park, one of Georgia's largest public parks, boasting a waterpark, campgrounds, athletic fields, fishing lakes, and miles of walking trails, giving outdoor enthusiasts of all ages plenty of ways to stay active and enjoy the great outdoors.

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.