Location Draws Home Buyers to Meadowbrook

Meadowbrook is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Sandy Springs. With homes built in the 1950′s, you primarily find ranch homes filled with upgrades and renovations. Of course, there is the occasional homesite in which the original house was removed and a new home built in its place. As an old neighborhood, mature trees line the streets and fill both front and backyards. In addition, the homesites tend to be a bit bigger than what you can find with new construction. While all of these features are appealing, there is one major reason home shoppers flock to Meadowbrook – location.

Meadowbrook sits off of Roswell Road at the very southern tip of Sandy Springs. In other words, the address is basically in Buckhead. Chastain Park, along with many restaurants, shops and other recreational outlets, is within walking distance of the community.

Typically, there aren’t more than a handful of homes available at any given time, with prices starting in the $300′s and ranging to over a million for some of the newer homes. Here are two Sandy Springs homes currently for sale in Meadowbrook:

• 4611 Dalmer Road – Listed at $649,000, this beautiful, renovated home features four bedrooms and four baths. It also has a formal living room, formal dining room with marble fireplace, a keeping room, family room with vaulted ceilings and antique wood beams and master suite with spa bath featuring a separate garden tub and shower. The kitchen is filled with upgraded features and fine finishes including stainless steel appliances, a Bosch cooktop and over, custom cabinets and granite countertops. Custom molding and hardwood floors can be found throughout the home. To top it all of, the home features an expansive, private backyard with room for a pool. Read more

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Increase in Sandy Springs Home Sales

The first quarter numbers are in for metro Atlanta residential real estate, and things are looking good. While overall Atlanta sales improved 2% from the first quarter in 2010, Sandy Springs experienced a 28% increase in home sales over last year!

It’s so refreshing to have some positive real estate news to share, and these statistics are hopefully a sign that we are on the upswing of recovery. Remember that these numbers from the first quarter cannot be attributed to a home buyer tax credit or other federal incentives, and with no external influencing factors, it seems likely we will continue to see an increase in home sales. As for home buyers, it does mean we are at the beginning of the end of the buyer’s market.

Those looking to relocate to Sandy Springs, need to go ahead and take advantage of the fantastic deals available now before the prices begin to rise. Here is one example of the amazing opportunities currently available: Read more

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City of Sandy Springs is Purchasing Flood Damaged Homes

Using state and federal funds, the City of Sandy Springs plans to purchase six houses that were damaged in the 2009 flood. In fact, the city recently closed on the first one. Not only will these efforts help the current homeowners, but they will positively affect the Sandy Springs real estate market in general by eliminating unsellable lots.

After purchasing the homes, the city will demolish them and then level the lots. The six homes in question all have substantial damage from multiple floods. The city received $2.7 million to complete the project, but as part of the program, the homeowners must agree to pay 15% of the demolition costs.

The first property is located on Pine Forest Road and was purchased for $400,000. The second home, located on Hitching Post Trail, should be closing soon and was sold to the City for $385,000. The remaining four homes are also located in the same area. It is expected to take up to a year to complete work on all homes. Read more

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Final Opportunity at The Promenade at NorthPlace

It’s time to act if you have had your eye on owning one of the luxury Sandy Springs condos at The Promenade at NorthPlace. The community is dangerously close to selling out, with only one home remaining, and it just happens to be the model home for the community. Featuring the Ormond home plan with two bedrooms and two and one-half baths, the spacious home also includes a dining room, family room, kitchen with breakfast area and private deck. Being the model home, you’ll find a myriad of upgraded interior finished throughout, including hardwood floors, 42″ cabinets, stainless steel appliances, built-ins, tile backsplash and much more. The model home is a desirable end unit location and is priced at $189,900.

The Promenade at NorthPlace is a popular community conveniently located just 1/2 mile from GA 400. It provides easy access to I-285, I-85 and a variety of shopping and dining. In addition, the community offers a wonderful amenity package with a neighborhood pool, outdoor fireplace, maintenance free lifestyle and beautifully landscaped park like settings.

The model home is open by appointment only, so contact your real estate agent to schedule a VIP tour.

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Bank Approved Short Sale on LEED Built Home

In honor of Earth Day, how about a featured home post on a green built home? Custom home shoppers in Sandy Springs are in luck because this exquisite 9,600 square foot home, 500 Belada Boulevard, has been reduced in price to only $1,850,000. The current asking price is a bank approved short sale, meaning you have the opportunity to purchase this house for an amazing deal. The home is custom designed and features a historic Southern exterior, which perfectly complements the atmosphere of the prestigious Country Hills Estates, the neighborhood where this home is situated. The home features six bedrooms, six full bathrooms and two half baths. You’ll also find five fireplaces throughout the house, one of which is located in the master suite.

Built in 2010, it is a new construction home. Making the deal even sweeter, the builder constructed the home to meet LEED standards. You can get specific details about the LEED features of the home when taking a tour, but basically this means the home was built with eco-friendly materials to improve energy-efficiency.

Just by looking at a few photos, it’s easy to see that this is one exquisite home. Listed at the current asking price, it is sure to sell quickly, so don’t delay in setting up an appointment to take a tour. If you need any assistance in your luxury Sandy Springs home search, don’t hesitate to contact us.

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On the Hunt for Homes in Hammond Hills

Hammond Hills is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in all of Sandy Springs. In 2010, the community made the list of top selling neighborhoods, and, due to its popularity, will likely make the list in 2011. Why do so many seek out Hammond Hills for their new home? Well, location is a big draw, especially being within walking distance to Hammond Park. Also, active families love the Hammond Hills Swim & Tennis Club. Not only does this include amenities like tennis courts, swimming pools and a playground, but this association exceeds expectations by planning regular events and parties for members.

One such event is taking place this Saturday, April 16, 2011. It is open to members and non-members, so if you are contemplating a move to Hammond Hills, attend the upcoming Wine & Cheese event to get an idea of whether or not the neighborhood is a fit. Admission is $10 per person and $15 per couple.

For those that do find Hammond Hills appealing, here are two homes currently for sale in the neighborhood:

• 5890 Hilderbrand Dr – Priced at $699,900, this contemporary/modern home features four bedrooms and three and one-half baths. The interior is filled with upgraded features like granite countertops, marble baths, wet bar and more. In addition, the home sits on a lot over an acre in size!
• 5805 Garber Dr – Listed at only $317,000, this four bedroom/two and one-half bath home features a screened-in porch, flat backyard and updated kitchen. The formal dining room is complete with a built-in buffet, and accents like these can be found throughout the rest of the home. With this asking price, the home will not be available long.

At any given time, Hammond Hills typically has a few options of homes for sale starting around the $300′s. If we can help you with your Hammond Hills home search, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Move-In Ready Townhomes in the Heart of Sandy Springs

The popularity of townhomes is on the rise and has been for the past few years. Homebuyers are finding the low-maintenance lifestyle incredibly appealing, and are trading in weekends filled with yard work for leisurely time spent however you want. For anyone looking to own a home and avoid the many demands of regular maintenance and lawn care, Sandy Springs has a wide selection of townhome communities for you to choose from.

One townhome community in Sandy Springs that has homes ready for immediate move-in is Highlands of Sandy Springs. This beautiful, gated community is currently offering a variety of  townhomes priced from the $200s. Interior features includes extensive trim packages, granite countertops, tile backsplashes, hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. Home designs included two and three bedroom plans with spacious kitchens, loft areas and many offer bonus or media rooms. Highlands of Sandy Springs offers two gated entranceways, a community pool, fitness center and clubhouse. The community is conveniently located on Roswell Road just a short drive to GA 400, Buckhead, Atlanta and the Perimeter Mall area.

One great thing about townhomes these days is that you do not have to sacrifice living space or luxury when choosing them. Many townhomes now offer the same about of square footage as single-family homes, and even more in some cases. Read more

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Avalon Townhomes Now Priced from only $89,900

Many investors and financial advisors recommend homeownership as one of the best ways to increase your overall wealth, and considering the current state of the housing market, there shouldn’t be anything stopping you from taking this step. You can purchase homes in Sandy Springs for under $100,000, resulting in monthly mortgage payments that are comparable, if not less, to your monthly rent payments. One such community where homes are priced from only $89,900 is Avalon of Sandy Springs.

The townhomes at Avalon feature two or three bedrooms with one and one-half baths or two and one-half baths. Recently renovated, you’ll find features like stainless steel appliance packages, energy-efficient windows, water saving toilets and even granite countertops and hardwood floors in some homes. Making these exceptional homes even more affordable, they are FHA approved, which means that you can secure a townhome at Avalon for only 3.5% as a down payment. Read more

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Record Sales at Sandy Springs’ Serrano Condos

Remember how we were just telling you about the FHA approved condos at Serrano? Well, they recently made headlines for experiencing record sales in the past five months. Since August 2010, these luxury Sandy Springs condos have sold 51% of the available units. Selling over half of the inventory in only five months is considered a success in any economy, but given the current circumstances of the housing market, this feat is truly remarkable and speaks volumes about the product.

In the Sandy Springs real estate market, you will be hard pressed to find another community that offers such affordable pricing in such a prime location, and it is probably these characteristics that have made Serrano recession-proof. In the past five months, the average price of homes sold was $142,605, but the community does have units as low as the $120′s. However, the low price does not mean that you have to sacrifice on the quality or elegance of your home since stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, crown molding, glass enclosed showers, hardwood floors and balconies are just a few of the included features.

We already discussed why these condos were such a fantastic opportunity for first time home buyers, but it seems as though home shoppers are figuring that out all on their own. Read more

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FHA Condos Perfect for First-Time Buyers

There is no denying that it’s a buyer’s market out there. If you can, then you definitely need to be purchasing while the prices are down and interest rates are low. However,  young professionals and new couples typically have not had the opportunity to save enough money to put 20% on a new home and think that they are unable to take advantage of the buyer’s market. Well, this is when FHA financing comes to play.

By qualifying for an FHA loan, you are only required to put 3.5% down in order to purchase a home. While you are thinking that not many homes in Sandy Springs would offer FHA loans, take a look at Serrano.

Serrano features one, two and three bedroom condos in Sandy Springs only minutes from Perimeter Mall and GA 400. With a Mediterranean-inspired atmosphere, Serrano offers luxury living in a low-key environment. Each unit features hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, crown molding and more. Read more

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