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Phone Number +1 470-335-0337
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Local Guide

Local Guide

Things to Do in the Area

Living at Balfour Forest Apartments means being perfectly positioned near the best of Marietta and Smyrna's premier hotspots. Whether you're catching a blockbuster movie at NCG Cinemas, exploring the green spaces of Fair Oaks Park and Tumlin Park, or hiking the historic trails at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, adventure is always close by. Foodies and entertainment lovers will appreciate the proximity to the bustling Marietta Square Market, The Aviation History & Technology Center, and family-friendly venues like Sparkles Family Fun Center or Six Flags White Water. Balfour Forest Apartments offers the ideal blend of laid-back suburban comfort and vibrant local excitement.

You'll Love Living Here

From dining and shopping to parks and entertainment, everything you need is just minutes away.

School Report

The Balfour Forest Apartments are located within a community that prioritizes future-ready skills and exceptional educational foundations. From the nurturing, early childhood programs at Princeton Academy to the foundational growth at Dunleith Elementary School, young minds are set up for success. As students progress, the rigorous academic and developmenta. programs at Susan Todd Pearson Middle School and Osborne High School provide a comprehensive educational journey. This local Cobb County-area school network ensures a well-rounded path that supports academic achievement, creative expression, and personal success.

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Area Report

  • NCG Cinemas
  • Fair Oaks Park
  • Tumlin Park
  • Marietta Square Market
  • The Aviation History & Technology Center
  • Sparkles Family Fun Center of Smyrna
  • Six Flags - White Water
  • Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
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Food Report

Living at Balfour Forest puts you at the perfect culinary crossroads of Marietta and Smyrna. Start your morning with a fresh brew at Cool Beans Coffee Roasters, Tuesday Coffee + Shoppe, or Sessions Stand, and spend your evenings enjoying neighborhood favorites like Camps Kitchen and Bar, Stockyard Burgers & Bones, or the iconic Marietta Diner. From casual taco runs to upscale date nights at Mac's Chophouse, the area's best food and drinks are just minutes away.

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Outdoor Report

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Employers

Cut your work commute to just 10 minutes from both Marietta Medical Center and Dobbins Air Reserve Base.

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Shopping

Enjoy effortless everyday errands with ALDI and City Farmers Market just minutes away, plus premier shopping at Cumberland Mall less than 15 minutes from your door.

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Nature

Enjoy easy access to outdoor recreation at Kennesaw Mountain and Cheatham Hill Trailhead, plus vibrant events at Jim R. Miller Park.