Ideally positioned in the growing Rex area of Atlanta, this prime parcel of land offers a standout opportunity for significant commercial development. 6021 Highway 42 encompasses 3.86 acres of wooded, unimproved land. Zoned GB for General Business District, this land is ideal for development and allows for many uses moving forward. General Business District in Clayton County is designated for a broad spectrum of commercial activities. Permitted uses typically encompass retail establishments, service-oriented businesses, self-storage, and offices. Additionally, conditional uses may include certain types of automotive services, such as car washes and service stations, subject to specific approval processes.
6021 Highway 42 benefits from being part of the Forest Park/Morrow Retail Submarket. This submarket contains approximately 12.3 million square feet of inventory with a low vacancy rate...
6021 Highway 42 benefits from being part of the Forest Park/Morrow Retail Submarket. This submarket contains approximately 12.3 million square feet of inventory with a low vacancy rate of 2.8% as of Q2 2025. This vacancy is in line with the five-year average for this demographic area. Approximately 9,200 square feet of construction is underway in the submarket, signaling strong growth potential for investors and developers, with additional projects planned for the area. Year-over-year rents have increased by 3.2% in Forest Park/Morrow.
The Greater Atlanta area presents a highly appealing environment for new development opportunities. Atlanta is a major metro that continues to attract new residents, fueling its economy. Atlanta ranked eighth nationally for numerical population growth among metro areas. Newcomers flock to Atlanta because of the citys lower living and business costs. Atlanta's workforce is impressive, with approximately 42% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of about 36%. Major companies have a presence in Atlanta, including Google, Salesforce, Mailchimp, SecureWorks, and Salesloft. Businesses are also increasing their area footprint. Newell Rubbermaid expanded and consolidated its offices in the iconic Queen building, and AIG is creating 600 jobs at its innovation hub at Perimeter Summit. Duracell also announced a new research office in Science Square this year.
This acreage on Highway 42 is perfectly placed for development. Just 20 miles southeast of Atlanta, Rex is ideally positioned close to everything. The community consists mainly of residential developments that drive the retail economy. Nearby retailers and conveniences include Tookes Country Bar-B-Que, Exxon, Family Dollar, Food Depot, and more.
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