Whether ITP or OTP, these Atlanta apartments deliver when it comes to outdoor space.
No matter what brings you to Atlanta, when it’s time to find that perfect apartment, you most likely have a long list of wants and needs. Whether that includes a sleek rooftop hangout or a tranquil pool, that choice is up to you. One amenity you should never overlook, however, is the outdoor space.
Having a great garden or courtyard in Atlanta is a necessity. It’s an ideal spot to relax, socialize and simply enjoy the Georgia sun. To help narrow down your search, the apartments featured below have been hand-selected as having some of the best courtyards and gardens in Atlanta.
Camden Buckhead
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Getting a full view of the courtyard at Camden Buckhead makes it easy to see how decked out this space actually is. Divided into three parts, you’ve got an ideal lounge space with a fire pit to start. This stone-paved area has carefully pruned trees and two awesome seating areas. In the middle, you’ll find ping-pong tables set on a lovely rectangle of grass. Beyond that, the grilling deck has three grills with a food prep area, two tables and another expansive seating area. It’s the three-in-one space you don’t want to miss.
Known as the more stylish part of town, living in Buckhead puts you into a walkable neighborhood with plenty close by. There are art galleries, shops, restaurants, bars and more to keep you busy when the workday is over. You’ll also find some cool spots to learn a little more about Atlanta’s history.
Highland Park Apartments
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Find yourself enjoying a complete zen experience in the garden at Highland Park Apartments. This space has it all, from a soothing fountain to bench swings set into their own pergolas. There’s also a larger space with chairs and a fire pit to gather with friends. Between all these points, you’ll find crisp landscaping and plenty of mature trees, small plants and green as far as the eye can see.
Situated in Sandy Springs, a northern suburb that’s just 15 miles away from Atlanta, living here gives you a great urban/suburban combination. There are plenty of shops and restaurants, some even clustered together like little downtowns, but what’s different is the access to green space. Surrounding Sandy Springs, you can explore more than 950 acres of parks and natural areas.
MAA Gardens
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The courtyard at MAA Gardens may hold a lot of this community’s amenities, but one of the highlights is its green space. Adirondack chairs sit out on the lawn ready to make it easy to grab a quiet moment. Manicured Japanese maples and tall green-leafed trees are at your back when you take a seat. They also surround other fun areas to gather and hang within this central space.
Beyond these areas, the courtyard opens up into the pool, which has its own lush landscaping to keep you surrounded by trees. There’s also a grill and picnic area to help you stretch out your outdoor time even longer. There is even more opportunity for outdoor fun just steps away from this Buckhead community, including a dog park and running trail.
Gables Brookhaven
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If it’s games you’re interested in, then you need to check out the courtyard at Gables Brookhaven. Here, you’ll find two shuffleboard courts and a bocce court, all complete with places to sit and watch the game. Clean landscaping surrounds each space with carefully trimmed trees and bushes. There’s nothing here to distract the serious gamer from making a winning play.
You’ll get very laid-back vibes when you call Brookhaven home. This suburb is all about locally owned businesses, beautiful parks and a vibrant arts scene. Amplifying the small-town feel is the area’s top-tier walkability. This particular community, located in Park at Oglethorpe, also puts you close to Oglethorpe University with its 100-acre campus that’s considered one of the most beautiful in the state.
Villas on Briarcliff
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Give yourself room to relax in the meditation garden at Villas on Briarcliff. This little patch of lawn creates the most serene space thanks to the tight line of tall trees and the ample greenery. Lay out a yoga mat and take some time to yourself, or bring a blanket for a picnic with friends. This little garden space is perfect for both.
For those who like their gardens to be full of greenery they planted themselves, this Briarcliff Heights apartment also has a community garden. Here, you can grow your favorite herbs and veggies to elevate your own home cooking.
Luna Upper Westside
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A simple courtyard, with some funky accents, Luna Upper Westside gives you something a little different. What really shines is not the minimal landscaping and greenery, but rather the amenities contained within. You’ll find a pizza oven and three propane grills with heat lamps and plenty of prep space. There’s also a large counter to serve guests and a sink with running water.
Experiencing a lot of growth, communities within the Bolton neighborhood of Atlanta take advantage of all there is to see and do right around the corner. There’s a fine mix of restaurants, breweries and shops to keep you busy close to home, but you’re also situated in town, not far from pretty much anything Atlanta has to offer.
Arium Brookhaven
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Most of the outdoor amenities at Arium Brookhaven sit within the central courtyard space. You’ve got a great pool with turquoise umbrellas, a solid grilling and eating space and a massive outdoor fireplace with cushy seating. All combined, with wooden accents and lots of shade coverage, it’s a beautiful place, but what sets it all apart is a small strip of gravel. This dedicated cornhole space means no matter what else you’re up to, it’s always possible to enjoy a game and engage your competitive side for a minute or two.
Connecting Brookhaven and Buckhead, Brookhaven Village is a new Atlanta neighborhood that’s tailor-made for those who like to live a busy lifestyle. There’s no shortage of shops and dining options, but they’re more spread out than what you’ll find right in the city. Here, bits of greenery interrupt the urban amenities, giving you all the good stuff at a slightly slower pace.
The Five by Arium
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If an extra large courtyard is on your wishlist, check out The Five by Arium. This space is huge, but nicely sectioned thanks to intentional landscaping and a lot of raised plant beds. One of the highlights of this space is the lawn. This lovely patch of grass is perfect for everything from a picnic to movie night and so much more.
This green space holds only one of the community’s plentiful outdoor fireplaces, each with ample seating. Within the larger courtyard, you’ll also find an outdoor lounge, two propane grills and a resort-style pool. There’s even a water feature with three fountains even more tranquility to this already calming space.
Mariposa Lofts
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Bright turquoise accents give the courtyard at Mariposa Lofts some great pops of color. It also brings the whole space together. With some very nice hardscaping and effectively placed bushes and plants, this is definitely a great oasis within the city. Even better, you can grab a chair around the trickling, stacked-rock fountain and really sink into a relaxing moment.
Set smack in the heart of Atlanta, living in the Eastside neighborhood puts you close to it all. Funky and artsy in its own right, this area gives you everything from upscale shopping to dive bars, history and culture to parks. Another perk is direct access to Atlanta’s BeltLine. This stretch is 22 miles long and lets you walk your way through the city, with some amazing pit stops along the way.
ARIUM Lenox Park
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This is not a traditional garden, with flowers and vegetables growing, but it is easy to see why this would fit into the best gardens in the Atlanta category. It’s a garden of relaxation. Above this grassy plot, multiple hammocks sway in the wind, beckoning you to come, lay down and just enjoy the peace. This amazing space at ARIUM Lenox Park also includes umbrella-shaded tables and a cornhole setup.
Great landscaping choices throughout this Lenox Park community give it a woodsy feel that helps to separate you from Atlanta itself. You’re still in the city but surrounded by tall trees and wooded paths instead of urban noise. Even the pool has a lovely border of strong trees to hide all the distractions that may await beyond those crystal waters. It’s a nature-lovers paradise and a true retreat.
Grab an apartment with one of the best gardens in Atlanta
It’s time to live it up in Atlanta. No matter where your apartment is ultimately located though, it needs to keep you covered when it comes to amenities. Make sure you get as many ‘must haves’ as possible, but don’t forget to include a chic courtyard or garden space. Remember, it’s tough to beat having the ability to plan an outdoor hangout without having to leave home.
