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The Retreat at Mills Creek
560 Parkdale Dr,
Scottdale,
GA
30079
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The Retreat at Mills Creek
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Highlights
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Business Center
About The Retreat at Mills Creek
Located in Scottdale, these 1 and 2 bedroom Active Adult apartments are perfect for those aged 62 and better desiring a fully-independent lifestyle. Constructed in 2017, the apartments feature energy saving appliances, ceiling fans, blinds and washer/dryer connections.
The Retreat at Mills Creek is an apartment community located in DeKalb County and the 30079 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Dekalb County School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Business Center
Lounge
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Business Center
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer Hookup
Microwave
Refrigerator
Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Ceiling Fans
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
560 Parkdale Dr,
Scottdale,
GA
30079
Scottdale is just 10 miles out from Downtown Atlanta, located between Decatur and Clarkston. Residents enjoy the affordability of the neighborhood, along with its convenient access to Stone Mountain Freeway and I-285. The Commercial District is focused around East Ponce de Leon Avenue. It’s here that residents can pick up fresh produce and baked goods at the farmers market and browse antique shops. Auto body shops and industrial warehouses are also found here.
History of Scottdale began in the early 1900s when it was established as a mill town. Today, increasing development and affordable living make Scottdale a great place to live. Parks and recreation in the area are plentiful and include Cedar Park, Hamilton Recreation Center & Park, and Needham Park. In and around Scottdale, you’ll discover grocery stores, international markets, and plenty of restaurants serving international cuisine.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.5 mi |
The Retreat at Mills Creek is within 7 minutes or 2.5 miles from Georgia Perim., Clarkston. It is also near Agnes Scott College and Emory University, Clairmont.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
448 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
309 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
956 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,358 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
60 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-10
72 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
85 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Scottdale include Kensington, located 2.3 miles from The Retreat at Mills Creek. The Retreat at Mills Creek is near Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International, located 20.0 miles or 31 minutes away.
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.5 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.1 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 20 min | 9.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
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Drive: | 31 min | 20.0 mi |
Walkability Near The Retreat at Mills Creek
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
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 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.
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Active
Soundscore™
73
/ 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 The Retreat at Mills Creek.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
The Retreat at Mills Creek has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 16-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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Forty Oaks Nature Preserve
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Glenn Creek Nature Preserve
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
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Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.1 mi |
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Bradley Observatory
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi |
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South River Watershed Alliance
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi |
The Retreat at Mills Creek has 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Forty Oaks Nature Preserve, Glenn Creek Nature Preserve, and Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.5 mi |
The Retreat at Mills Creek has 3 hospitals within 4.5 miles, the nearest is Emory Decatur Hospital which is 1.8 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 27 min | 14.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 28 min | 17.7 mi |
The Retreat at Mills Creek is 14.7 miles from Fort McPherson, and is convenient to other military bases, including Fort Gillem.
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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.
560 Parkdale Dr
Scottdale, GA 30079