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Phone Number +1 470-785-8390
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Local Guide

Local Guide

Things to Do in the Area

Living at Balfour Marietta means being perfectly positioned near the best of Marietta's premier hotspots. Whether you're catching a blockbuster movie at Studio Movie Grill, enjoying a fun day out at Six Flags White Water, 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 nearby Kennesaw State University campus, and family-friendly venues like the Cobb Aquatic Center or Elizabeth Porter Park & Sprayground. Balfour Marietta 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 Marietta Apartments are located within a community that prioritizes future-ready skills and exceptional educational foundations. From the nurturing, early childhood programs at Marietta Early Learning Center to the foundational growth at Fair Oaks Elementary School, young minds are set up for success. As students progress, the rigorous academic and developmental programs at Marietta Middle School and Wheeler 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

  • Six Flags - White Water
  • Studio Movie Grill
  • Kennesaw State University
  • Cobb Aquatic Center
  • Elizabeth Porter Park & Sprayground
  • Marietta Square Market
  • Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
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Food Report

Living at Balfour Marietta 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

Our location places you near top employers, including Lockheed Martin, Wellstar Health System, and Dobbins Air Reserve Base, all less than 15 minutes from your doorstep.

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Shopping

Enjoy effortless everyday errands with ALDI, East Cobb Station, and East Marietta Commons all just minutes from your front door.

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Nature

Embrace the outdoors with a relaxing stroll through Victory Park, a scenic hike up Kennesaw Mountain, or a weekend kayak trip down the Chattahoochee River.