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I live about a mile from Clarkston. The big question is what's her price range, and what type of living situation is she looking for.
Clarkston is basically a straight shot into town, down Ponce De Leon Ave, DeKalb Ave., or Memorial Drive. There are plenty of great areas between Clarkston and downtown, such as Avondale Estates (my neighborhood), Downtown Decatur, Emory, Oakhurst, Kirkwood, East Atlanta...etc.
Price range is the key.
He commute should be a breeze since she'll be going against traffic.