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DeKalb vs. Fulton County Evictions: What Landlords Should Know
How Fulton and DeKalb County evictions compare — court locations, filing speed, set-out backlog, and what small landlords should watch for.
July 8, 20265 min read
Fulton and DeKalb are the two highest-volume eviction jurisdictions in metro Atlanta. If you own rentals in both, here's what actually differs.
Fulton County
- Court: 185 Central Ave SW, Atlanta
- Filing speed: same-day before noon
- Set-out backlog: 10–16 weeks
DeKalb County
- Court: 556 N McDonough St, Decatur
- Filing speed: same-day before noon
- Set-out backlog: 10–14 weeks
Same solution in both
Expedited+ set-out crew is typically scheduled within 2 weeks after court — regardless of county. Call (877) 206-1716.
Have a writ or a confirmed set-out date?
Send your Atlanta property and case details to begin set-out coordination. Scheduling depends on case readiness and county requirements.