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Monthly Rent
$1,242 - $2,913
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
697 - 1,406 sq ft
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 0317price $1,402square feet 697availibility Now
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Unit 1017price $1,452square feet 697availibility Now
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Unit 0811price $1,452square feet 697availibility Now
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Unit 0324price $1,500square feet 866availibility Now
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Unit 0426price $1,535square feet 866availibility Now
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Unit 0504price $1,560square feet 866availibility Now
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Unit 1338price $1,770square feet 1,150availibility Now
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Unit 0838price $1,830square feet 1,150availibility Now
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Unit 0621price $1,904square feet 1,150availibility Now
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Unit 1612price $2,233square feet 1,406availibility Now
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Unit 1627price $2,110square feet 1,406availibility Feb 19
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Unit 0317price $1,402square feet 697availibility Now
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Unit 1017price $1,452square feet 697availibility Now
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Unit 0811price $1,452square feet 697availibility Now
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Unit 0324price $1,500square feet 866availibility Now
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Unit 0426price $1,535square feet 866availibility Now
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Unit 0504price $1,560square feet 866availibility Now
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Unit 1338price $1,770square feet 1,150availibility Now
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Unit 0838price $1,830square feet 1,150availibility Now
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Unit 0621price $1,904square feet 1,150availibility Now
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Unit 1612price $2,233square feet 1,406availibility Now
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Unit 1627price $2,110square feet 1,406availibility Feb 19
About Preserve at Mill Creek
Featuring beautiful one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes in Buford, Georgia. When you step into your new living space at Preserve at Mill Creek, youre welcomed home by a spacious open layout brimming with natural light, a sleek contemporary kitchen, a private patio or balcony, and top-quality finishes throughout. When its time to relax and unwind, youll find a whole host of upscale features just steps from your front door. From a resort-style swimming pool with poolside gazebos to lighted tennis courts, a fully-equipped fitness center and much more, these stunning apartments in Buford, GA offer a unique blend of luxury, comfort, and style. And its all topped off with community's ideal location. Close to major roadways and within walking distance from an extensive selection of excellent shopping, dining and entertainment options, everything you need is always within reach at Preserve at Mill Creek Apartment Homes.
Preserve at Mill Creek is an apartment community located in Gwinnett County and the 30519 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Gwinnett County attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Amazon Package Lockers
- Online Payments & WiPs Available
- Outdoor Grilling & BBQ Area
- Private Patio Or Balcony
- Expansive Walk-In Closets
- Nature Trail Views*
- 9' Ceilings With Ceiling Fans Throughout
- Brand New Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances*
- Scenic Ivy Creek Biking & Walking Trails
- Tray Ceilings*
- Poolside Gazebos With Fire Pits
- Washer & Dryer Connections
- Wood Flooring*
- Fireplace*
- Open Kitchen With Bar Counter
- Brand New Nickel Brush Lighting Fixtures*
- Car Care Center
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Large Garden Tubs
- Under Cabinet Lighting
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Clubhouse
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Planned Social Activities
- EV Charging
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Walk-Up
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Tennis Court
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Gated
- Grill
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer Hookup
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Crown Molding
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.
- Monthly Utilities & Services
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Amenity Fee$5
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Indemnity Waiver$15
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Package Lockers$6
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Pest Control$4
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Resident Utility Charge$6
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Administrative Fee$200
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Amazon Hub Setup$35
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Application Fee$100
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Resident Access Keys/Cards/Locks Remotes Fee$35
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Security Deposit Refundable$750Varies
- Dogs Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$25
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One time Fee$300
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Pet deposit$0
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Pet Limit2
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Restrictions:Breed Restrictions Apply
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Comments:PetScreening Required.
- Cats Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$25
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One time Fee$300
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Pet deposit$0
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Pet Limit2
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Restrictions:Breed Restrictions Apply
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Comments:PetScreening Required.
- Parking
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Surface LotParking Available--
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GarageAttached$100/moAssigned Parking
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Garage - Detached$150/moAssigned Parking
Details
Property Information
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Built in 2001
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400 units/4 stories
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Planned Social Activities
- EV Charging
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Walk-Up
- Gated
- Grill
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Tennis Court
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Amazon Package Lockers
- Online Payments & WiPs Available
- Outdoor Grilling & BBQ Area
- Private Patio Or Balcony
- Expansive Walk-In Closets
- Nature Trail Views*
- 9' Ceilings With Ceiling Fans Throughout
- Brand New Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances*
- Scenic Ivy Creek Biking & Walking Trails
- Tray Ceilings*
- Poolside Gazebos With Fire Pits
- Washer & Dryer Connections
- Wood Flooring*
- Fireplace*
- Open Kitchen With Bar Counter
- Brand New Nickel Brush Lighting Fixtures*
- Car Care Center
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Large Garden Tubs
- Under Cabinet Lighting
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Crown Molding
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
Monday | 10am - 6pm |
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Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
Friday | 10am - 6pm |
Saturday | 10am - 4pm |
Sunday | Closed |
The northern section of Gwinnett County, North Gwinnett is a thriving district filled with a family-friendly atmosphere. Located on the south end of Lake Lanier, North Gwinnett offers easy access to aquatic recreation, sprawling community parks, top-notch public schools, and expansive shopping malls. North Gwinnett sits along Interstate 85, so it’s an ideal district for commuters. Whether traveling southwest into Atlanta, Roswell, Alpharetta, or beyond, North Gwinnett offers a convenient location along the Interstate.
Though this district is accessible, it also offers suburban seclusion that appeals to a variety of renters, particularly families. With public schools like North Gwinnett High School and community parks like Suwanee Creek Park, North Gwinnett offers an array of kid-friendly perks.
Learn more about living in North GwinnettColleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
Drive: | 13 min | 7.9 mi | |
Drive: | 15 min | 10.5 mi | |
Drive: | 20 min | 15.8 mi | |
Drive: | 35 min | 18.5 mi |
Transportation options available in Buford include Doraville, located 22.2 miles from Preserve at Mill Creek.
Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 29 min | 22.2 mi |
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Drive: | 30 min | 24.1 mi |
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Drive: | 32 min | 26.3 mi |
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Drive: | 35 min | 28.6 mi |
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Drive: | 38 min | 29.6 mi |
Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 26 min | 20.8 mi |
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Drive: | 38 min | 31.2 mi |
Time and distance from Preserve at Mill Creek.
Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
Rock Springs Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.1 mi |
Mill Creek Nature Center
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi |
Collins Hill Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.2 mi |
George Pierce Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 7.1 mi |
Hospitals | Distance | ||
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Hospitals | Distance | ||
Drive: | 13 min | 8.8 mi |
Military Bases | Distance | ||
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Military Bases | Distance | ||
Drive: | 54 min | 39.6 mi |
Property Ratings at Preserve at Mill Creek
Quiet community. Service request are done in a timely manner.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Thank you for your 5-star review of Preserve at Mill Creek! We are pleased to know that you are enjoying our peaceful community and appreciate your kind comments about our responsive maintenance team. Have a great day!
I enjoy being part of this community. The ladies in the office does an excellent job communicating with the residents. Through emails. Creating different activities for the community so we can have an opportunity to connect with other residents. The maintenance team does a great job, taking care of any issues you might encounter in your apartment.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Thank you for your 5-stars and fantastic review! Providing our residents with a great experience is our priority, and it means so much to know that you feel this way. We hope to have you as a happy resident for many years to come!
The maintenance are great. They always do there best to get the job done. The overall staff have always responded to my calls without wait. I can say they try to satisfy all my problems. Thank you
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Your review has made our day! Providing our residents with prompt and great customer service is our priority, and we are so happy to know that you feel this way. It is our pleasure to assist you!
Been living here for over 5 years. I’ve enjoyed the whole experience. The ladies in the office creating different events, so the residents can socialize together. Just recently a candle making event.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Thank you for such a fantastic review!! We are so grateful that you have continued to choose Preserve at Mill Creek as your home. Our team looks forward to providing you with more great experiences in the future. Have a nice day!
What I like about living here is it's very quiet and the staff is always willing to do their best to help sloves any problems you may have.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Thank you for such a thoughtful review. We aim to provide our residents with the best support possible and it means a lot to know that you feel this way. Have a great day!
I really like living at Preserve at Mill Creek. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the grounds are quiet and beautiful. It's also in a really convenient location - close to shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Plus, there's plenty of parking, which is a big plus for me. Here are some of the things I like most about living here: Easy access to shopping and restaurants: There are tons of stores and restaurants nearby, so it's easy to find what you need without having to go far. Excellent walkability: The neighborhood is very walkable, so I can get around easily without having to get in my car. Access to Ivy Creek Greenway: The greenway is a great place to go for a walk, run, or bike ride. Plenty of parking: I never have to worry about finding a parking spot. Responsive office and maintenance staff: The staff is always quick to respond to any issues I have. Overall, I've had a great experience living at Preserve at Mill Creek. It's a great place to live if you're looking for a convenient and walkable location with plenty of amenities. Of course, these are just my own experiences, and your mileage may vary. But I would definitely recommend checking out Preserve at Mill Creek if you're looking for an apartment in Buford.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Thank you for such an AMAZING review. It made our day to read everything you enjoy about living at Preserve at Mill Creek. We are proud to earn your recommendation. Please don't hesitate to reach out to our team if there is ever anything we can do for you.
I have been part of this community for 5 years. I have enjoyed being part of this community. Just renewed my lease for another year. The ladies in the office are very nice and supportive of your needs. They are consistently creating different experiences for the residents. So it makes you feel like you are part of a community. The maintenance group carries themselves in a very professional manner. I would be willing to refer anyone to this community, because of the ladies in the office and maintenance staff. Doing what they can do to make this enjoyable experience.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, We are blown away by your review. Thank you for continuing to choose Preserve at Mill Creek as your home. It means so much to know that you feel this way about our team. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there is ever anything we can do for you. We look forward to having you as a happy resident for many years to come.
Wendy was excellent from beginning to even after the move in process very friendly, informative, and helpful. She has made my move in experience feel grand. The leasing office and maintenance staff are exceptional!
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Thank you for your review of Preserve at Mill Creek. It means so much to our team to know that Wendy provided you with such exceptional customer service. Thank you for choosing our community as your home. Please let us know if there is ever anything we can do for you. Have a nice day!
Preserve at Mill Creek is more than home to live overall.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Thank you for your 5-star review of Preserve at Mill Creek. We are so happy to know that our community is a great home for you. Have a wonderful day!
Excellent place to live, quiet , beautiful grounds. Excellent office staff, maintenance crew.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you have had a great experience at Preserve at Mill Creek. We also appreciate your kind comments about our team. Have a nice day!
Location, location. Quiet community, great amenities. Close to shopping, restaurants and 1-85.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Thank you for your 5-star review of Preserve at Mill Creek. We are so happy to know that you are loving the wonderful location of our community. Have a great day!
Excellent place to live . Quiet, beautiful grounds and landscaping
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, Thank you for your 5-star review of Preserve at Mill Creek! We are happy to know that you love our community as much as we do. Have a wonderful day!
Very nice community. Close to Highway mall and plenty of shopping. Quiet and updated units.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Dear Resident, We are proud to earn your 5-stars at Preserve at Mill Creek. We appreciate you for taking the time to share the things you enjoy most about our community. Have a great day!
I truly enjoy this community. The way they treat me. They always handle themselves in a very professional manner. When I issue a work order, the maintenance department always gets to me in a timely manner. Dave comes in and evaluate the situation and does what’s needed to get it completed. I had a couple of extra things I had noticed and showed them to him and he took care of them.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
We are grateful and appreciate the time you took to leave your review. We're thrilled that you had a great experience at Preserve at Mill Creek. We're always happy to assist so don't hesitate to reach out to us if you need anything. See you soon!
I have lived here for more than 6 years and I never had any problems. It’s a nice place aways clean and the stuff has always been helpful. If rent slows down I’m hoping to stay another 6 years or more.
Property Manager at Preserve at Mill Creek, Responded To This Review
Thank you for the awesome feedback. We truly appreciate your recommendation of Preserve at Mill Creek and will work hard to continue going above and beyond! We truly value your recommendation, and are confident we can continue to provide excellent service in the future. Thanks again and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Truly enjoy being part of this community. The fact that you can put in a work order in the morning and they respond in a timely manner. And they do everything they can to make sure the work order is complete in the same day.
For friendly, kind people to live and work with - come here! The apartment and grounds are beautifully maintained. Lovely nature preserve out back. Amenities are lovely and maintained. Apartments are all newly refurbished and lovely. Love it here!!!
Great place to live, is a very well maintained neighborhood, people are friendly and respectful. I feel happy and secure living for almost one year on Preserve at Mill Creek.
This is a great place to live. Great staff and maintenance team, competitively priced, close to highways, and walking distance to the best retail hub in Georgia. You can’t beat it!!!
Convenient location, quiet community but really need to improve common areas maintence to ensure clean spots (pool, breezeways). Is not a friendly kids community, the playgrounds has been in construction all year and is not finished yet.
It nice living here I appreciate how staff try their best to resolve any problems you may have.
The maintenance service is wonderful! After sending the request they always respond quickly and solve the problem with great excellence. I highly recommend it.
I recently had the pleasure of visiting and exploring Preserve At Millcreek, and I must say it has left an indelible impression on me. From the moment I stepped foot onto the meticulously landscaped grounds, I knew I had discovered a hidden oasis in the heart of the city. As a future resident, I am beyond thrilled to call this place my home. To begin with, the architecture of Preserve At Millcreek is awe-inspiring. The design seamlessly blends modern aesthetics with timeless elegance, creating a visually stunning environment that stands out from the crowd. The attention to detail is remarkable, and it's evident that no expense was spared in crafting this masterpiece. Stepping into my potential future apartment, I was greeted by a spacious and thoughtfully designed living space. The floor-to-ceiling windows flood the rooms with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The open-concept layout effortlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, making it ideal for both relaxing evenings and entertaining guests. The amenities offered at Preserve At Millcreek are nothing short of extraordinary. The state-of-the-art fitness center is equipped with top-of-the-line equipment, ensuring that residents can maintain their active lifestyles without ever leaving the premises. The sparkling swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery, provides a tranquil retreat on hot summer days. And let's not forget the inviting communal spaces, including the beautifully landscaped courtyard and the cozy rooftop lounge, where residents can unwind and socialize. One aspect that truly sets Preserve At Millcreek apart is the exceptional level of service provided by the dedicated staff. From the moment I entered the leasing office, I was greeted by friendly and knowledgeable professionals who went above and beyond to answer my questions and make me feel welcome. Their commitment to resident satisfaction is evident, and it instills a sense of confidence and security that is unmatched. Location-wise, Preserve At Millcreek couldn't be more perfect. Situated in a vibrant neighborhood, it offers easy access to a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. With public transportation conveniently nearby, commuting to work or exploring the city is a breeze.
excellent service, excellent place to live very quiet and the grounds are expertly manicured. All the help be it the services by maintenance crew to the office staff are very helpful and efficient. Thank you to all!
nice community to live in . Quiet, beautiful grounds just love it here.
I have enjoyed being part of this community. The office staff is great. The maintenance staff is great also, performing their task in a professional and timely manner. I enjoy how the staff goes above and beyond creating activities for the residents to enjoy.
Truly enjoy being part of this community. Enjoying the extra things they are doing to make it a more enjoyable experience. The walking club on Wednesday and the recent pool party they had for the residents.
My roommates and I needed to move in very quickly since our first apartment choice fell through. Vanessa helped us through the process and we were in our apartment, unpacked in just a couple days! While we did have a few appliance issues upon move in, the office and maintenance staff worked together to get everything fixed as quickly as possible. We’re now settled in, happy, and couldn’t be more thankful to the team at Preserve at Mill Creek!
This apartment complex is beautiful Lots of gorgeous landscape, and lots of places around for good and good fun!
Love the Ivy Creek Walking Trail that the property has access to. Office staff and maintenance are amazing
Property is very well kelp and we really enjoy the ivy creek trail. Maintenance is very responsive and attentive to what our needs are. The ladies up from are very sweet and quick to answer any questions or concerns we may have. Plan to renew my lease for another year!
This community is wonderful! So many great places so close! The office staff is great and maintenance is always on point! The amenities are great and the property is always clean
This property is beautiful. The maintenance and office staff are very attentive and fix my issues quickly! I 100% recommend! Updated apartments and they are building a family fun center area with a new playground and just added a dog park! Me and my pup are so happy here! Plus great scenery all around!
I’ve enjoyed living in this community. The grounds are beautiful and the area is peaceful. The staff is very friendly and the maintenance staff does a great service.
I don’t have any complaints about this place, except they don’t consider our rental history to renew and do us like brands new. But that’s like everywhere as far as I saw it. I love the trail, location and the staff.
I feel like the staff has been very helpful and friendly when I've needed something. The location can't be beat! It's kind of like a quiet hidden little oasis in the middle of a big mall area.
Great community! Friendly staff and very efficient in completing / resolving any issues.
I really have enjoyed living here at Preserve at Mill Creek. The staff is very friendly and attentive to my needs. The complex is also kept very clean.
I really enjoy being part of this community. The staff is very professional. It is nice to see that they have a preventative approach to making sure that you are having a pleasant experience. Like changing air filters and keeping the area clean and safe.
I love the neighborhood. The trail is very peaceful with beautiful scenery.
Preserve at mill creek omis an amazing place to live!
So far its been nice to live here. Staff has always been very helpful with any concerns. Response quickly, and very respectful. Always willing to solve my problems. I appreciate the little things.
Great Office Staff's always informative- Maintenance Staff always respond efficiently and professionally. conveniently close to everything, ie: shopping restaurants and major highways within 10 minutes.
Pros: Safe, quite, good amenities, front office staff is very nice and easy to work with. Cons: Poor cleanliness, trash, pests.
They’re very good with communication through email on expectations and cleanliness of the complex. The landscaping always looks great and it’s a nice quiet area to live. Beautiful trails (Ivy Creek) right near the property to go walking/running without having to drive anywhere. They’re maintenance is friendly and timely with requests.
This has been my home for several years. I have always found all of your staff to be courteous and helpful, and I truly appreciate them.
No way I would recommend moving here. The property has gone down hill in a major way. Constant smell of weed, patty’s at the pool all night on the weekend, loud residents that management won’t do anything about, gates constantly broken, and dirty property. It used to be okay, now it seems no one cares.
Don’t let the pictures and the newly renovated front office fool you. I have consistently dealt with the smell of weed, loud music, shady neighbors, broken gates, unattended children, improper working A/C, incomplete work orders and overall crappy management for the last 2 years.
This is a lovely place to live! Everyone has privacy, but there is still a sense of community. Most important, the maintenance staff is great as is the the management staff!
Enjoy living here. Just renewed my lease for another year.
Preserve at Mill Creek Photos
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2BR, 2BA - 1,150 SF
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Preserve at Mill Creek has one to three bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,242/mo. to $2,913/mo.
You can take a virtual tour of Preserve at Mill Creek on Apartments.com.
Preserve at Mill Creek is in the city of Buford. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.2 miles of the property.Five parks are within 7.1 miles, including Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, Rock Springs Park, and Mill Creek Nature Center.
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