Some of the most import features of Atlanta real estate are taxes, traffic and schools. This particular Atlanta Real estate blog will focus on what we call the “Atlanta Hop”.
The “Atlanta Hop” is the process of an Atlanta couple buying and selling houses to follow public schools. This home buying process usual starts before a couple even knows it.
1.) The couples usual start with a home in a fun intown location before even thinking about children. Examples of these areas and home for sale in them are; Decatur, Virginia Highland, Brookhaven and Smyrna. These areas in Atlanta are not necessarily known as the best schools but they are known for great locations and fun restaurants and bars.
2.) 1st big HOP. Time to look for a home in a good Elementary school. 1st step in the hop is to call us to list your current home. 2nd step is to look for homes in Dunwoody, East Cobb, Norcross, Morningside or Buckhead. These are areas in Atlanta know for some of the top public elementary schools. Not all schools in these areas are the best but some of the most notable schools (from the web site Schooldigger.com) are Vanderlyn, Tritt, Mountain Park, Mount Bethel, Murdock, Simpson, Livsey, Brandon, Crabapple Crossing, Sope Creek, Fernbank, Austin, Timber Ridge.
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3.) 2nd HOP. Time to look for good Middle and or High School. Your Realtor, other parents at the school or school digger are the best resources for your next move. A few areas to focus on that are know for some of the best high schools in Atlanta would be Cobb, Alpharetta, and Gwinnett County. Not all schools in these areas are the best but some of the most notable schools (from the web site Schooldigger.com) are Walton High, Lassiter High, Pope High, Chattahoochee, North Gwinnett, Alpharetta, Roswell High, Kell High and Harrison High.
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If you have any questions please feel free to contact us…we would be honored to help. If you are looking for homes for sale in a Cobb, Dekalb or Fulton school district please feel free to visit our Search by Atlanta Schoolssite.
Enjoy the convenience of maintenance free living with an in-town address. Danbury Parc offers a variety of luxury homes in the Dunwoody area. With easy access to Atlanta’s premiere shopping, dining and entertainment destinations in Buckhead, Brookhaven, and Perimeter, these three-sided brick homes with two-car garages also have the amenities of a swimming pool, cabana, and fireplace pavilion.
“The Court” features townhomes priced from the $350s. There are four floorplans to choose from with three to four bedrooms and 2.5 to 3.5 baths. “The Abbey” features townhomes priced from the $410s. These are offered in three floorplans with the master on the main and basements available. “The Enclave” features single family homes priced from the $490s. With five two-story floorplans, these 4 to 5 bedroom, 2.5 to 4 bath homes are perfect for first time home buyers.
We would like to be your Danbury Parc Listing agent.
Sterling Oaks Townhomes are one of the best kept secrets in Atlanta. These townhomes are located in the area of Brookhaven that is growing and experiencing development. The long term investment with these townhomes makes this community worth noting. Sterling Oaks Townhomes have great access to Emory, Midtown, Lenox Road, and I-85. This gated, secure community is convenient to so much.
Sterling Oaks Townhomes are classy townhomes with upgrades galore and boulevard style streets. Sterling Oaks Townhomes have several different floorplans. Each Sterling Oaks Townhome have granite kitchen, pantry, fireplace in living area, separate dining rooms, 10 foot ceilings, recessed lighting, and real hardwoods. All Sterling Oaks Townhomes are 3 stories with both front and rear decks and a 1 car garage.
I often recommend these townhomes because of what they offer and the investment potential. Sterling Oaks Townhomes is one of the few intown Atlanta townhome communities that are this size for such a great price. Sterling Oaks townhomes have 2 bedroom/2.5 bathroom to 3 bedroom/3.5 bathroom townhomes from $250,000 – $300,000.
We would like to be your Sterling Oaks Townhomes listing agent.
If you are looking for new construction, green loft living in Chamblee, look no further than Eco Lofts. From the low to high $200′s, these convenient 2 bedroom lofts utilize wind energy, provide 2 parking spots per unit and come with all of the modern finishes you could want.
Minutes from Brookhaven and Buckhead, standard features include hardwood floors, carpet in the bedrooms, granite countertops, large windows and high ceilings and there is a pool and fitness center onsite as well. HOA fees are extremely reasonable at $150 per month give or take, and for Atlanta, that’s a solid number.
If I can provide any information or show you a model unit, please feel free to contact me anytime. Chamblee is continuing to grow and now is a great time to get into something new!
We want to be the team that lists and sells your Chamblee loft!
Kennesaw is located in the heart of Cobb County and only twenty miles northwest of downtown Atlanta off interstate 75. Kennesaw has emerged as a destination for families looking to relocate and still have the convenience of the Metro Atlanta area. With a quaint downtown situated on the railroad line dating back to the 1820’s, it offers many specialty shops, antique stores and restaurants. Also located nearby is the Town Center area and most major shopping stores and restaurants.
There are many housing options from every price point. On the higher end, neighborhoods such as Paper chase farm offer many different and elegant styles of homes with gourmet kitchens and ample level yards. Saddlebrook Farms has many classic style homes in an equestrian community, most nestled into heavily wooded lots over an acre in size. One of the newest communities is Beckford Place , with only eleven French country style homes in the community, this neighborhood boasts full basements and bright open floor plans.
Two other neighborhoods of interest are Chanticleer and Calumet West, both perfect for the first time homebuyer or those looking to by a home that offers great schools, large yards and plenty of space with many different style homes to choose from. Prices in these neighborhood range from the $150,000’s to 200,000’s.
Feel free to contact the Caroline Lytle if you have any detailed questions about Kennesaw homes.
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If you are ready to put down some roots and begin the search for your first home?
Many new buyers want to be in a convenient – and fun — Atlanta neighborhood, but sometimes the prices are a little hard to swallow. The following areas are my ‘intown favorites’, offering you the ability to find a home that is move-in ready and will allow you to quickly build equity in your investment:
The East Lake Terrace neighborhood surrounds the East Lake Country Club (near the intersection of 2nd Ave and Glenwood Ave) and has experienced tremendous growth in the past two years. There are new million dollar homes facing the golf course and $195,000 brick bungalows just across the street! Also, you are minutes to 1-20, the Oakhurst Village, Kirkwood and East Atlanta.
Best Buy for $200,000 to $250,000…. East Atlanta More and more first-time home buyers are charmed by the “new and improved” East Atlanta Village, as well as the affordable housing. For less than $250,000, you can usually fine a renovated 2 – 3 bedroom home. New construction is also booming in this area, starting at $299,000 for a 3 bdrm / 2 bath home. More and more first-time home buyers are charmed by the “new and improved” East Atlanta Village, as well as the affordable housing. For less than $250,000, you can usually fine a renovated 2 – 3 bedroom home. New construction is also booming in this area, starting at $299,000 for a 3 bdrm / 2 bath home.
Best Buy for $250,000 to $300,000….
Kirkwood offers homeowners a true “neighborhood feel”, with parks, shops, art galleries and restaurants. Since the new Kirkwood Station was built in 2006, homes have been in high demand. For about $250,000 – $300,000 you can still find a renovated 3 bedroom / 1+ bath home within walking distance to the new Kirkwood Station on Hosea Williams.
Feel free to contact the ianmarshall.com team if you have any detailed questions about intown Atlanta or any of the surrounding neighborhoods
This week’s installment focuses on affordable and convenient Buckhead condo life. It’s an area where lots of us would like to live because of proximity to work or maybe all of the restaurants and shopping Buckhead has to offer. True there are lots of nice, expensive condos available to those in a certain income bracket, however there are other options for living in Buckhead which allow you to enjoy the same perks of the area.
Buckhead Square is a new conversion in 2005 that offers hardwoods, granite countertops and stainless appliances for those looking for a modern feel. HOA’s tend to be around $150 per month which is great for Atlanta, and all units have new washer and dryer. Units are available from $150,000 and below, so definitely take a look at these condos. Another great location for Buckhead living can be found just up Piedmont from Peachtree at
Habersham of Buckhead. Condos are available below $150,000, and the property has a pool and fitness center for your enjoyment. HOA’s are usually around 200 and below, still great for Atlanta, and the location has easy access to 85, 400 and 285.
Moving to a slightly different location off of Sydney Marcus, Lenox Villas sits atop the hill providing some nice views if you find the right unit. Condos are available below $150,000, and HOA’s are holding steady around $200 per month. 85 is right out your front door for easy Downtown access, and Lenox Mall is right up the street. A few more buildings I would like to mention are SoBu Flats in Buckhead Village, Bradley House on Roswell Rd, 430 Lindbergh near Lindbergh Station, Carrington Park off of Lenox and of course Carlyle Woods from my previous blog.
Please let me know if you would like more information on any of these or the many other Buckhead condo buildings. You can ask for me by name if you submit an email to www.ianmarshall.com and I look forward to assisting you with all of your real estate needs!
Feel free to contact the Brad Nevin if you have any detailed questions about Buckhead condos or any of the surrounding neighborhoods.
Fantastic 4BR/3BA in Hillsdale! Gorgeous hardwood floors on main level, Renovated kitchen w/ handsome maple cabinetry, recessed lighting, & granite counters opens to separate den, full finished daylight basement features huge family room, great rear deck and private fenced-in backyard!
Located just down the street from the new Edgewood Retail District, Kirkwood has has appreciated faster than most Atlanta neighborhoods. It’s easy to see why: it’s just minutes from Downtown Atlanta and the interstate, has a wide selection of beautifully restored bungalows and newer homes, and residents know their neighbors and can walk down sidewalks under mature trees to nearby parks and businesses.
The numbers tell the story. The median price of an existing home in zip code 30317 increased by 69% from 2000 to 2004. With the recent development of the Kirkwood Station and many new businesses, home prices have increased even further and the average home price (as of March, 2007) is now more than $280,000. While these figures offer a good sense of the thriving Kirkwood real estate market, they understate the total impact, as they exclude the sale of condominiums, lots, and, most notably, homes sold by owner.
If you’d like more information, please contact me and I would be happy to show you around the neighborhood!
Feel free to contact the ianmarshall.com team if you have any detailed questions about Kirkwood or any of the surrounding neighborhoods.
Atlanta is known for some of the south’s most dramatic and lavish mansions. As of spring 2008 Atlanta and the surrounding area has 41 luxury properties listed for over 5 million dollars. There are currently 458 mansions for sale in and around Atlanta for over 2 million dollars. Some of these executive Atlanta homes have amenities like basketball courts, multiple pools and are sitting on some of the most beautiful land in Atlanta. Here is your chance as a consumer to take a peak at luxury estates you would normally only be able to drive by and image the inside.
Have you ever wondered what a 28 Million Dollar Home looks like. Well Here is your Chance….
Most of these ultra fabulous homes are not in established neighborhoods. A few of the ones that are include Country Club of the South, Buckhead, Tuxedo Park, Sugarloaf Country Club, Chateau Elan, Ansley Park and St. Marlo Country Club.
Looking for a Deal on a Multi Million Dollar Atlanta Foreclosure?
Here is a link to all Bank owned, Foreclosure Mansions for sale in Atlanta. Many of these homes are distressed properties that might be short sales or incomplete new construction homes. If you have any questions about these properties or any other Atlanta Foreclosures feel free to contact us. We have Foreclosure specialist on hand to handle your most detailed questions.
Looking for Mansions in other cities…Try looking here!
Nashville Mansions – Nashville’s most elegant Mansions reflect the rich culture that’s so prevalent throughout the Music City. Many Country Singers, celebrities and actors have estate homes in Nashville and we would like to give you the opportunity to see the one that are currently for sale.
Charlotte Mansions – This your chance to take a peek at what a Million Dollars will buy you in a luxury Charlotte Home. Charlotte’s most elegant Mansions reflect the rich culture that’s so prevalent throughout the entire City.
Austin Texas Mansions – Check out some of the most Amazing Mansions in Texas. Austin is know for it dramatic landscapes and breathtaking Homes. This is your chance to see all of Austin’s most expensive homes currently on the market.
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Here is a list of Celebrities that have Mansions in and around the Atlanta area.
Jeff Foxworthy
Elton John
Andre 3000
Jermaine Dupri
Patrick Ewing
Dallas Austin
Emmanual Lewis
Kenny Rogers
Ron White
Michael Vick
Usher
Dominque Wilkins
Warrick Dunn
Ludacris
Whitney Houston
Bobby Brown
Jane Fonda
Tyler Perry
Ted Turner
Bernie Marcus
Nancy Grace
Ying Yang Twins
Chipper Jones
Big Boi
John Mayer
Janet Jackson
P-Diddy
Ne-Yo
If you know of any more local celebrities with homes here is Atlanta post a response Below!
For the year of 2006, 28 homes sold in Underwood Hills for an average sale price of $367,000 with an average days on Market of 59. The lowest price home sold was $168,000 and the most expensive home sold was $580,000. Feel free to contact the ianmarshall.com team if you have any detailed questions about Underwood Hills or any of the surrounding neighborhoods.
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2.) 1st big HOP. Time to look for a home in a good Elementary school. 1st step in the hop is to call us to list your current home. 2nd step is to look for homes in Dunwoody, East Cobb, Norcross, Morningside or Buckhead. These are areas in Atlanta know for some of the top public elementary schools. Not all schools in these areas are the best but some of the most notable schools (from the web site Schooldigger.com) are Vanderlyn, Tritt, Mountain Park, Mount Bethel, Murdock, Simpson, Livsey, Brandon, Crabapple Crossing, Sope Creek, Fernbank, Austin, Timber Ridge.
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Sterling Oaks Townhomes are classy townhomes with upgrades galore and boulevard style streets. Sterling Oaks Townhomes have several different floorplans. Each Sterling Oaks Townhome have granite kitchen, pantry, fireplace in living area, separate dining rooms, 10 foot ceilings, recessed lighting, and real hardwoods. All Sterling Oaks Townhomes are 3 stories with both front and rear decks and a 1 car garage.
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Fantastic 4BR/3BA in Hillsdale! Gorgeous hardwood floors on main level, Renovated kitchen w/ handsome maple cabinetry, recessed lighting, & granite counters opens to separate den, full finished daylight basement features huge family room, great rear deck and private fenced-in backyard!.jpg)
Located just down the street from the new Edgewood Retail District, Kirkwood has has appreciated faster than most Atlanta neighborhoods. It’s easy to see why: it’s just minutes from Downtown Atlanta and the interstate, has a wide selection of beautifully restored bungalows and newer homes, and residents know their neighbors and can walk down sidewalks under mature trees to nearby parks and businesses.
