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The Connection at Athens

255 The Preserve Dr, Athens, GA 30606

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Highlights

  • By-The-Bed Leasing
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Basketball Court
  • Cabana
  • Pool
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Controlled Access
  • Fireplace
  • Sundeck

About The Connection at Athens

The Connection at Athens prides itself in offering inviting apartments and a quality lifestyle. Our community is also conveniently located close to shopping and dining destinations in and around downtown Athens.

The Connection at Athens is an apartment community located in Clarke County and the 30606 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Clarke County School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • 4 Barbecue Grills
  • 9' Foot Ceilings
  • Amazon Hub Package Locker
  • Breakfast Bar w/ Bar Stools
  • Energy-Efficient Heating and Air
  • Exterior Extra Storage
  • Fire Pit
  • Flex Rent
  • FREE WiFi in All Buildings
  • Front Door Privacy Lock
  • Fully Furnished Living Area with Flat Screen TV
  • Gated Basketball Court
  • Granite Style Countertops
  • Hammock Gardens
  • Hardwood Style Flooring
  • In Unit Full-size Washer & Dryer
  • Individual Leases
  • Leap – Deposit Alternative
  • Private Bedroom and Bathroom
  • Private Covered Patio/Balcony
  • Private Shuttle Service
  • Reserved Covered Parking
  • Resident Rewards Program
  • Sand Volleyball Court
  • Study Rooms with Smart TV's
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Water & Trash Included

Community Amenities

Pool

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Furnished Units Available

Clubhouse

Controlled Access

Business Center

Grill

Property Services

  • Package Service
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Furnished Units Available

Shared Community

  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Storage Space
  • Walk-Up

Fitness & Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Basketball Court
  • Volleyball Court

Outdoor Features

  • Gated
  • Sundeck
  • Cabana
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Dog Park

Student Features

  • Roommate Matching
  • Individual Leases Available

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

Microwave

Refrigerator

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Security System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Walk-In Closets

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Location
255 The Preserve Dr, Athens,
GA 30606
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City - Athens

Welcome to Athens, Georgia, home to the University of Georgia's historic campus. Current rental trends show moderate prices, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,173 per month and two-bedrooms at $1,378, both experiencing a slight decrease from last year. The rental market includes diverse housing options throughout established neighborhoods like Five Points and Normaltown. The walkable downtown district, which borders UGA's North Campus, features local boutiques and restaurants alongside venues that celebrate the city's rich musical heritage, including the 40 Watt Club and Georgia Theatre where R.E.M. and The B-52s first performed.

The State Botanical Garden of Georgia offers 313 acres of trails and themed gardens, while Memorial Park provides walking paths and a bear habitat. The city's history is preserved in its antebellum architecture and historic districts, particularly visible in the Greek Revival buildings downtown that earned Athens its "Classic City" nickname.

Learn more about living in Athens 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Westside Athens Athens, GA
Studio $948 $1,046
1 Bedroom $1,205 $1,180
2 Bedrooms $1,460 $1,393
3 Bedrooms $1,795 $1,667
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Piedmont College, Athens
Drive: 9 min 4.1 mi
University of Georgia
Drive: 13 min 5.3 mi
Athens Technical College
Drive: 13 min 8.4 mi
Georgia Perim. Coll., Newton
Drive: 58 min 36.9 mi
The Connection at Athens is within 9 minutes or 4.1 miles from Piedmont College, Athens. It is also near University of Georgia and Athens Technical College.
Schools
Timothy Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Clarke Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Classic City High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Clarke Central High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Athens Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Athens Seventh Day Adventist E
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Waseca Learning Environment
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
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Transportation
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Gainesville Amtrak Station
Drive: 54 min 39.4 mi

Walkability Near The Connection at Athens

Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20 / 100

Scores provided by

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Active
Soundscore™
74 / 100

Traffic

Active

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Calm

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Connection at Athens.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Athens Marketplace
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Athens West Shopping Center
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Clarke Crossing
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
The Connection at Athens has 3 shopping centers within 1.0 miles, which is about a 19-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Georgia River Network
 Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
University of Georgia Observatory
 Drive: 11 min 4.8 mi
Trial Gardens at UGA
 Drive: 11 min 4.9 mi
Bear Hollow Zoo
 Drive: 12 min 5.0 mi
Georgia Museum of Natural History
 Drive: 12 min 5.1 mi
The Connection at Athens has 5 parks within 5.1 miles, including Georgia River Network, University of Georgia Observatory, and Bear Hollow Zoo.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
St. Mary's Hospital
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center
Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi
The Connection at Athens is 2.8 miles from St. Mary's Hospital, and is convenient to other hospitals, including Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Gillem
Drive: 96 min 67.2 mi
The Connection at Athens is 67.2 miles and a 96 minute drive from Fort Gillem.

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