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Oglethorpe University Atlanta, GA

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Oglethorpe University OU Stormy Petrels

Founded in 1835, Oglethorpe University is a private liberal arts institution located in the Brookhaven suburb of Atlanta, Georgia. Known for its tight-knit community and supportive environment, Oglethorpe offers a unique blend of academic rigor and personalized education. The university prides itself on fostering intellectual curiosity and critical thinking through its comprehensive liberal arts curriculum.

Oglethorpe's campus, often referred to as one of the most beautiful in the Southeast, features striking Gothic architecture and serene green spaces. The university's location in Brookhaven provides a peaceful suburban feel while still offering easy access to the dynamic cultural and professional opportunities in Atlanta.

Students at Oglethorpe, known as the Stormy Petrels, participate in NCAA Division III athletics, ensuring a well-rounded college experience with plenty of opportunities for both academic and athletic development.

Nearby neighborhoods such as Brookhaven, Buckhead, and Chamblee offer a variety of housing options for students, ranging from modern apartments to charming historic homes. With MARTA accessibility and a plethora of nearby amenities, living near Oglethorpe ensures convenience and a high quality of life.

With its welcoming community, diverse student organizations, and proximity to all that Atlanta has to offer, Oglethorpe University provides an enriching and fulfilling college experience.

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Atlanta, GA is $1,513 for a studio, $1,634 for one bedroom, $1,934 for two bedrooms, and $2,253 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Atlanta has decreased by 0.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 576 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,513/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 768 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,634/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,108 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,934/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,379 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,253/month

    Average Rent

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

Daily Essentials

Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk

Groceries

70 / 100

Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby

Restaurants

50 / 100

Fair Café Variety Nearby

Cafes

40 / 100

Good Variety of Shops Nearby

Shopping

60 / 100

Recreation

Large Amount of Park Space Nearby

Parks

70 / 100

Limited Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby

Wellness

30 / 100

Local Vibe

Mostly Calm Atmosphere

Vibrancy

20 / 100

Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby

Nightlife

20 / 100

Moderately Noisy

Quiet Score

40 / 100

Schools

Brandon Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

919 Students

Bolton Academy

Public

Grades PK-5

644 Students

Kittredge Magnet School

Public

Grades K-5

524 Students

Springdale Park Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

421 Students

Spalding Drive Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

344 Students

David T Howard Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,170 Students

Ridgeview Charter School

Public

Grades 6-8

993 Students

Charles Drew Charter Jr/Sr Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

946 Students

Atlanta Classical Academy

Public

Grades K-12

701 Students

Kipp South Fulton Academy School

Public

Grades K-8

342 Students

Midtown High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,747 Students

Riverwood International Charter School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,734 Students

Charles Drew Charter Jr/Sr Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

946 Students

Atlanta Classical Academy

Public

Grades K-12

701 Students

North Atlanta High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,393 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Atlanta Audubon Society
  • Blue Heron Nature Preserve
  • Atlanta History Center
  • Chastain Park
  • Sandy Springs Historic Site

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

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Methodology

† 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.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

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 February 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.