Vela Park
1881 2nd Ave,
Decatur, GA 30032
$1,399 - $3,870
Studio - 3 Beds
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Park Trace
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Park Trace
700 Atlanta Ave,
Decatur,
GA
30030
2 Weeks Ago
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Highlights
- Controlled Access
- Elevator
- Business Center
About Park Trace
Park Trace Apartments is an affordable housing community for Seniors 62 years of age or older (and persons with disabilities) nestled in downtown Decatur, which offers spacious studio and one bedroom apartments with a great view of the Historic Downtown Decatur area. Within a one mile you will find the Decatur Police Station and all types of shops and eateries. There are always enjoyable events at The Square for your entertainment. Nearby is DeKalb Medical Hospital and Suburban Plaza. Park Trace offers a secured entrance, elevators, a community room and an on-site laundry facility.
Park Trace is an apartment community located in DeKalb County and the 30030 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Decatur City School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Central Heating And Air Conditioning
- Transportation Assistance
- Utilities Included
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Controlled Access
Business Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Elevator
- Business Center
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Kitchen
700 Atlanta Ave,
Decatur,
GA
30030
Downtown Decatur sits right in the heart of the city, brimming with commercial offerings, government buildings, community events, and more. The neighborhood is anchored by the vibrant Decatur Square, where residents and visitors alike enjoy exceptional restaurants, lowkey bars, coffeehouses, and independent shops in a charming locale.
Decatur Square also contains the Decatur Transit Station, which offers direct access to MARTA’s Blue Line. Decatur’s eclectic character adds to its allure, along with its distinctive blend of historic houses, luxury apartments, and contemporary condos available for rent. Agnes Scott College borders the neighborhood to the south, making the community a top choice for many students, faculty, and staff.
Learn more about living in Downtown Decatur
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Decatur | Decatur, GA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,691 | $1,455 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,854 | $1,387 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,648 | $1,562 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,558 | $1,783 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi |
Park Trace is within 3 minutes or 1.3 miles from Agnes Scott College. It is also near Emory University, Clairmont and Emory University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
207 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
744 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,323 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,853 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
489 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
203 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
20 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Decatur include Decatur, located 0.6 mile from Park Trace. Park Trace is near Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International, located 15.2 miles or 27 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 18 min | 8.2 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
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Drive: | 27 min | 15.2 mi |
Walkability Near Park Trace
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
79
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Park Trace.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
Park Trace has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 13-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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South River Watershed Alliance
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Bradley Observatory
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Wylde Center and Oakhurst Community Garden
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Fernbank Forest & Science Center
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
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Glenn Creek Nature Preserve
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
Park Trace has 5 parks within 1.9 miles, including South River Watershed Alliance, Bradley Observatory, and Wylde Center and Oakhurst Community Garden.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
Park Trace has 3 hospitals within 3.2 miles, the nearest is Emory Decatur Hospital which is 2.2 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 6.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 11.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 27 min | 15.3 mi |
Park Trace has 3 military bases within 15.3 miles, the nearest is Georgia National Guard which is 6.9 miles away and a 16 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
700 Atlanta Ave
Decatur, GA 30030