Atlanta Investing

[Peter Nierman]

Hi Everyone, 

I live in Seattle and am looking into buying a rental property or two (probably single family homes) in the Decatur area of Atlanta.  Does anyone have thoughts on this area for investing in rentals? This is my first foray into out-of-state investing; and this will also be my first true rental property (i have a mother in law in my house). 

Specific zip codes where I am looking are 30034 and 30032.  Despite the fact these homes are all in Decatur, Zillow seems to predict varying appreciation - one house up 7% over the next year, whereas another not too far away down .3%.  Any thoughts from locals would be appreciated.  

Thanks, 

Peter