Michael Stevens Blog - Alpharetta, Milton, GA Real Estate Agent

Milton /Crooked Creek - Outstanding Opportunity for Investors and Perfectionists

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:40:08 -0600

5 Bedroom, 5 ½ bath, 4-sided brick home in the prestigious Crooked Creek Community in Milton needs an enterprising builder. The exterior is 95 percent complete and the location is ideal - a large, wooded lot on Alpharetta Athletic Club golf course. It has a three-car, side entry garage, a level lot and a full, stubbed basement.

The interior is a dry-walled, blank canvass. The home includes an elevator shaft, a great, open floor plan, oversized bedrooms and a full terrace level. Completion would require $150,000-$200,000 of work. New homes in this community are highly sought-after and often sell for over $600,000. Investors - Bring your designer touches and expertise and enjoy the instant equity. Agents - bring that picky buyer and give them the satisfaction of choosing every detail without having to start from the ground up.

The neighborhood has some of the best schools anywhere in Georgia.

Cogburn Woods Elementary - ranked a perfect 10 by GreatSchools.com

Hopewell Middle School - ranked a perfect 10 by GreatSchools.com

Milton High School - ranked a perfect 10 by GreatSchools.com

Amazing!

For more information, please contact Michael Stevens:

770-664-9302 770-664-9302, mike@northatlantateam.com, RE/MAX 400 North.

The above information is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted against errors and omissions. Independently Owned and Operated. Equal Housing Opportunity.

New Listing - Great Home For Sale in Roswell - Gorgeous 4/2.5 With Amazing Level Yard

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:35:12 -0500

New Listing in Roswell fo $400,000

Your buyers will thank you for showing this immaculate 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home for sale in Roswell with an amazing yard. It has everything - the best schools, a large, level backyard for entertaining, and designer features and upgrades throughout.

The stunning kitchen is warm and inviting with cherry stain cabinets, hard surface counters and stainless appliances. The island looks out onto the great room to allow hosts to cook and entertain.

The master bed has trey ceilings, a sitting area and his and her closets. Painted a cool light green, the room is designed to promote calm and provide an oasis from stress.

But, the real show stopper is the yard - with a beautiful brick patio and lots of space framed by thick, shady woods, this home is a delightful escape from the hectic city commute.

Your buyers will have no trouble imagining themselves relaxing in comfort and reading a book in the sitting room, or cozying-up to the two-story stone fireplace in the living room or kicking back on the patio with friends and enjoy the tranquil view.

This neighborhood also boasts some of the best schools in Georgia:

Mountain Park Elementary

Crabapple Middle

Roswell High School

For more information, please contact Michael Stevens 770-664-9302 770-664-9302, mike@northatlantateam.com, RE/MAX 400 North.

The above information is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted against errors and omissions. Independently Owned and Operated. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Sandy Springs Home For Sale – 5550 Whitner Drive NW – Don’t Miss This One – Much Larger than it Appears

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:17:06 -0500

New Listing - 5550 Whitner Drive NW, Sandy Springs, Georgia 30327 REDUCED - $779,000!

Enjoy the peace and quiet of this lovely traditional home in comfortable, well-established neighborhood situated on a large, private lot with a park-like backyard.

Watch birds as you drink coffee from the deck. Laugh with friends as you serve a gourmet dinner in the warmth of the spacious kitchen and keeping room.

Enjoy a good book in the tranquility of the living room, or simply appreciate the privacy and breathing space afforded by five large bedrooms on three floors.

With a redesigned kitchen and 4 remodeled baths, this home is a designer showcase. The kitchen was even featured in a interior design magazine. You will love the appliances - including Subzero refrigerator and Thermador cook top and oven.

This community not only has excellent public schools, it is also conveniently located walking distance to Holy Innocents Episcopal School (Kindergarten-12th Grade).

Heards Ferry Elementary

Ridgeview Charter Middle School

Riverwood International Charter High School

Holy Innocents Episcopal School

For more information, please contact Michael Stevens 770-664-9302, mike@northatlantateam.com, RE/MAX 400 North.

The above information is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted against errors and omissions. Independently Owned and Operated. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Alpharetta Home for Sale 3075 Winston Terrace Court - Perfect for First Time Home Buyer

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 09:35:24 -0500

Welcome to 3075 Winston Terrace Court, a lovely, well-maintained home in cozy Winthrope Park swim community in Alpharetta. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick-front home is located in a quiet cul-de-sac and offers many extras:

A large kitchen with granite counters and breakfast area with a view to the great room

•· A master suite with a sitting room, perfect for an additional office area

•· A luxurious master bath with double vanities, separate shower and jetted tub

A media room on the main - perfect for a home office

•· Large walk-in closets

•· An awesome 2-car garage with painted floor and large additional storage area

An oversized deck perfect for entertaining

•· A location walking distance to dining and shopping in fashionable downtown Alpharetta

Beautiful, well-tended landscaping

This home is a fabulous opportunity for a first-time home buyer. Nestled in a private yet convenient community in Alpharetta, it has great schools, amazing shopping and a gorgeous, green environment. This home is a must-see.

Schools:

For more information, please contact Michael Stevens 770-664-9302, mike@northatlantateam.com, RE/MAX 400 North.

The above information is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted against errors and omissions. Independently Owned and Operated. Equal Housing Opportunity.

LEASED - Alpharetta Executive Home for Lease or Sale - Michael Stevens Re/Max Milton, GA

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:52:32 -0600

5 bedroom Master on Main Home with Finished Basement

3243 Chipping Wood Court in the Crooked Creek Neighborhood

Milton, GA or Alpharetta, GA

Cogburn Woods Elementary and Milton High School

Tucked away on a nice level wooded lot with almost no traffic in front this hardcoat stucco home is vacant and ready to move in. Nice master on Main with Huge finished basement. Three bedrooms two full baths upstairs and lots of extra finshed space down with a full bath, TV room and recreation room. Plus plenty of storage.

Nice size backyard with large playground - we can remove playground if you prefer.

Contact Michael Stevens

RE/Max Greater Atlanta

770-664-9302

mstevens@remax.net

www.liveinnorthgeorgia.com

Alpharetta Golf Course Home 5 Bedrooms 4.5 Baths with Gunite Pool

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 09:45:44 -0500

Located in Alpharetta's Horse Country Area (now the City of Milton, GA) Beautiful 4 sided brick, Cul-de-sac acre plus lot with new pool on the golf course. Sitting deep into a very quiet cul-de-sac this home is right off the 4th green on the Trophy Club Club Golf Course.

See more information about this home at www.555championshills.com

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Alpharetta Home for Rent Alpharetta, GA - Executive Home for Lease Alpharetta, GA- Real Estate - Michael Stevens Re/Max

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:21:20 -0500

Executive Home for Lease

$3500.00 per month includes HOA and Lawn Maintenace

Swim Tennis Community blocks from Northpoint Parkway and GA 400 at Exit 9 or 10

Excellent Schools! Fully Fenced yard, 3 Car Garage!

Walk to the Alpharetta Greenway, New Prospect Elementary and Rock Creek Park just blocks from the home.

6 Bedrooms 6 Baths in Kimball Farms, Alpharetta, GA 30022

Finished Terrace Level with Billiards, Media, Bar, Play Area, Gym, Workshop. Terrace Level furniture can be left in the home for you! Billiard Table, Large Sectional Sofa, Bar Stools, Gym, Etc.

5500 Sq Feet plus gorgeous basement and perfect yard.

Call for easy showing! 770-664-9302

Call Mike Stevens Re/Max Greater Atlanta 770-664-9302

www.liveinnorthgeorgia.com

610 Greenview Terrace Crooked Creek Golf Alpharetta Milton GA 30004 Real Estate Michael Mike Stevens

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 16:07:09 -0500

New Golf Course Home For Sale

Master on the Main 6 Bedrooms 4 1/2 baths with partially finished terrace level that walks out to the large flat back yard and golf course.

All rooms are oversized with large open hallways as well. Upstairs there are 4 large bedrooms with an additional bonus room. The terrace level features a finished office/bedroom and tons more room to finish how you would like. The main floor offers a very large kitchen that overlooks the familiy room, sunroom, two decks and the backyard and golf course.

Builders own home - extremely high quality construction.

for more details visit

www.610greenviewterrace.com

Our main website www.liveinnorthgeorgia.com

Michael (Mike) Stevens 770-664-9302

Satellite Image - taken during the winter but shows the relationship to the golf course. The back yard is much bigger than it looks in the photo.

Atlanta Area 4th of July Celebrations - Michael Stevens Re/Max Greater Atlanta

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:10:37 -0500

2008 - Atlanta Area - 4^thof July Celebrations

You can also view this all online on my website at www.LiveInNorthGeorgia.com

Centennial Olympic Park - July 4^th

Family fun begins early with children's activities including arts and crafts, face painting, performances, inflatables, stilt walkers, and more! Stay cool in the world famous Fountain of Rings or relax on the Great Lawn.

Free musical entertainment starts in the late afternoon before a nationally acclaimed, headline act performs. A special selection of patriot music will be synchronized with impressive fireworks to light up the beautiful, downtown Atlanta

http://www.centennialpark.com/events/fjuly.html

Lenox Square 49^th Annual 4^th of July - Sponsored in part by RE/MAX

Food, Live Entertainment, and Fireworks! All of the fun begins at 5pm. WSB-TV Live Telecast begins at 9pm.

For more information visit www.simon.com/mall/event_details.aspx?ID=207&EID=80724

Fantastic Fourth Celebration at Stone Mountain - July 3^rd-5^th

There will be a Laser show each of the three evenings located on the Memorial Lawn of Stone Mountain Park. However, on July 4^th the laser show will begin at 9:30pm and the fireworks display on this evening will take place on both the top and bottom of the mountain. A second laser show will begin 15-30 minutes after the fireworks display has ended and there will be no fireworks display after the second laser show.

Guest are encouraged to arrive early and enjoy all of the attractions that the Park offers. There will be no free park re-entry allowed. Special event parking fees will be in effect July 3-5: $10.00 per vehicle (14 or fewer passengers) for a one-time permit or $35 for an annual permit.

For more information please call 770.498.5690 or visit www.stonemountainpark.com

Light Up The Lake Fireworks Independence Day Celebration

Lake Lanier islands will feature live entertainment, games, and family fun all day long. North Georgia's largest fireworks display will be presented at dark from the Beach and Waterpark. Emerald Pointe & Conference Center guests will also enjoy poolside promotions and activities.

For more information please call 770.932.7200 or visit www.lakelanierislands.com

July 4^th Celebration at Wills Park

The City of Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department's take place on Friday, July 4^th, from 4pm to 10:15pm at Wills Park.

List of events for the day:

•- 4-10pm Food Vendors in various park locations

•- 5-8pm Children's Activities on the Alpharetta Community Center Event Lawn

•- Fireworks display to begin at dusk.

For more information please call 678.297.6130 or visit www.alpharetta.ga.us - special events

Red, White, and Dunwoody!!

On Friday, July 4, 2008 at 9:30 a.m., the Dunwoody Homeowners Association and the Dunwoody Crier Newspaper will host the annual 4th of July Parade featuring marching bands, floats, clowns, animal units and local celebrities. Last year the parade attracted over 2,000 participants and 25,000 spectators!

For more information visit www.dunwoodyga.org/calendar_july4.html

July 4^th Fireworks Extravaganza - Roswell High School

FREE - Bring the whole family to Roswell High School for entertainment, fun and fireworks. Emcee: Moby, a popular radio personality.

Scheduled Events:

•- 4:30pm Clark King (Teen Roswell Rocks 2007 Winners

•- 5:30pm Wichita

•- 6:30pm Big Biscuit Band

•- 7:30pm Banks and Shane

•- Fireworks at Dark

•- Concessions include: Miller's Ale House, Cotton Candy, Snow Cones and more.

For more information www.roswellgov.com or call 770.641.3705

City of Cumming 4^th of July Celebration

The City of Cumming has the BEST 4^th of July Celebration around!! Our Independence Day Celebration begins on July 3^rd at 6pm with various vendors including food and drink, inflatable's for kids, a live band, wonderful fireworks display along with an all age dance contest following the fireworks. Bring your blanket, set out on the lawn and enjoy the festivities. There is no admission or parking fee for the July 3^rd celebration! On July 4^th come and enjoy the famous Steam Engine Parade beginning at 10am. The Parade will include steam engines, antique tractors, antique cars, and many other floats decorated in the spirit of the holiday. Following the parade you can take a closer look at the steam engines, tractors and cars at the Fairgrounds.

Thursday, July 3^rd @ Cumming Fairgrounds

•- 9am Vendors Open

•- 7:30pm Band begins to play

•- 9:30pm Fireworks Show

Friday, July 4^th

•- 9am Vendors Open For Sale (till 1pm)

•- 10am Parade Begins

•- Parade Ends at Fairgrounds @ approximately 12noon

•- 1pm Celebration Over

For more information visit www.cummingfair.net/html/4th_of_july.html

July 4^th Parade, Concert and Fireworks in Decatur

Join Decatur's in a July 4^th Pied Piper Parade as it winds through downtown Decatur. Decorate your wagon, ride your bike, skate, or walk this event.

The parade begins at 6pmat the First Baptist Church of Decatur and ends at the Community Bandstand on the square with a presentation of colors and the Star Spangled Banner.

A concert featuring the Callanwolde Concert Band, begins at 7pm in the Community Bandstand. Fireworks begin at dark (approximately 9pm) and are shot from the top of the DeKalb County parking deck.

For more information call 404.731.8386 or visit www.decaturga.com/events_july4.aspx

Surf and Sand Spectacular at Callaway Gardens - July 4^th

The celebration begins early and lasts into the night at our annual July 4^th Surf & Sand Spectacular. We celebrate Independence Day with a day of pure fun. So pack a picnic and sunscreen, round up your friends and family, and head to Callaway Gardens for a spectacular Fourth of July!

For more information visit www.callawaygardens.com

Have a safe and Happy 4^th of July - Michael Stevens - Re/Max Greater Atlanta - 770-664-9302

You can also view this all online on my website at www.LiveInNorthGeorgia.com

Re/Max Hot Air Balloon Rides - Alpharetta, Milton, Cumming, GA - Michael Stevens Real Estate

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 11:49:09 -0500

Two Re/Max Hot Air Balloons available for rides or tethered events.

I was driving into the office on Thursday and one of the Re/Max Balloons was attempting to land in the parking lot. The space was a little tight so the pilot took the balloon back up just enough to cross the road and land in the lot across the street. The weather was calm he was able set it down in the lot and stay there while the riders took turns getting out and taking pictures of their friends who were still in the balloon. I mean there was nothing holding it down - it was just balanced perfectly in the ground with no ropes or anything holding it place. There were two couples plus the pilot on board and they loved the ride.

After about 10 minutes the chase vehicle showed up and helped everyone get out and then help the pilot deflate the balloon and pack it away. It took about ten minutes to put the whole thing away in the van. I was simply amazed and very jealous that I was not on the ride. I have decided to offer rides to my clients. I think this will be a very memorable event and I can't wait to take my first ride as well.

If you are interested in purchasing a ride I can get you the info - just send me an email and I will get you the contact info. They offer rides to the general public as well.

I also have the information available on my website at www.liveinnorthgeoria.com

Crooked Creek Community in Milton, (Alpharetta) GA votes to privatize and guard gate the community. Real Estate Information

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 17:48:47 -0500

The Crooked Creek HOA has voted to build new amenities and to privatize the roads and add a 24 hour manned guard gate.

In April 2008 the Crooked Creek HOA Board presented a proposal at it's Annual Homeowners meetings to take over the ownership of the roads from the City of Milton and gate the neighborhood. In addition they voted on a plan to improve the existing communtiy amenities with a nearly $4,000,000.00 investment (more on the amentiy project in a future blog). The gating proposal will allow the community to manage the roads themselves and to add a 24/7 guard gate house and restrict access to the community.

Just over 80% of the nearly 450 votes cast at the meeting were in favor to the proposal. Now the HOA Board needs to work out the details with the city staff and Mayor and Council on what to do next. There are many steps involved including; designing the entrances and guard house, working out future repair needs for the roads and determining exactly what percentage of residents the City Council is going to require to pass the required new City Ordinance allowing the road privatization.

The CC HOA Board is in the process of working through these details now and this will likely take until sometime in early 2009 to work through all the details.

The biggest hurdle is the fact that the existing city requirement for road privatization stands at 100% of the homeowners. This requirement was simply copied from Fulton County when Milton became a city in December 2006. Everyone knows that getting 100% of all 640 homes to agree on something like this will be impossible (getting 100% of people to agree on anything is nearly impossible). Most city governments do not have a similar rule since 100% is so restrictive - others leave it up to a case by case basis. Crooked Creek is asking for the ordinance to be changed to somewhere between 50 and 75%.

The other hurdle is the road repair issue. The Crooked Creek HOA is asking the city to repair the existing roads prior to turning them over to the Community. The neighborhood is roughly 14 years old. The roads were built and paid for by the Developer and Homeowners (as the cost of initial road construction was built into the price of the lots). Fulton County was in charge of road repair for the first 12 years and now the City of Milton is responsible for any repairs/repaving. In that time no repaving has been done and very few, if any, repairs were completed yet many repairs are required and long overdue. In that time of course the residents have been paying property taxes for the roads and have received none to date. Once the Community takes over the roads (assuming everything else works out) the residents will still continue to pay taxes for roads repairs but the City will not be allowed to do any to a private roadway. As you can see the residents argument is that they have paid for the roads and have paid taxes for 14 years and received no benefit from the local government.

To me as a resident, the proposal the board has for the City is a win win. Make some repairs now and never make another while continuing to receive the tax revenue forever. Crooked Creek is 11% of the City of Milton population and slightly more of the property tax base. The community is asking the city for the equivalent of paving only about 1 mile of road now for the trade of never paving or repairing the roads again. Not a bad trade since they get to keep all future road tax revenue.

The design issues mentioned earlier are not a big deal and should sort themselves out quite easily.

I am a resident, HOA board member and area Realtor, and it is my personal belief that gating Crooked Creek will greatly increase demand for the community. I have also discussed this with dozens of other Realtors who know the Community and they feel the same. Many people inside the Community were shocked by the overwhelming turnout at the Annual Meeting and by the huge majority that favored the proposal. Now it's just a matter of time to work out all the details.

So stay tuned to see what happens.

3920 Winterberry Road, Cumming, GA 30040 - Home for Sale Michael Stevens Alpharetta Real Estate

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 11:41:04 -0500

Beautiful Luxury Home located in the Preserve at Fieldstone Looking for a deal? You found it! This home is listed $140K below what the owner paid for it 12 months ago. Beautiful Custom Built home is upgraded with the finest of everything. Largest Home in Subdivision. Gourmet Chef's Kitchen w/Granite Countertops, Huge Island, Oversized Gas Cooktop. and Breakfast Bar, 48" Built-In Sub Zero, Built-In Wine Fridge, Breakfast Room, and Fireseide Keeping room with Paneled Ceiling. Large Screened in Porch with Wood Burning Stack Stone Fireplace. Upgraded Iron Fenced Backyard with year round green fescue grass. True Energy Efficient Home located in Preserve at Fieldstone

For more information on this home and a virtual tour click here.

For information on this and all homes in the area please visit my main website at www.liveinnorthgeorgia.com.

Call Michael Stevens anytime at 800-30-RIGHT. 800-307-4448

410 Meadowgate Close, Dunwoody, GA 30350 - Home for Sale Michael Stevens Real Estate

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 11:29:46 -0500

Gorgeous like new 4 Sided brick traditional home on large private cul-du-sac. This a wonderful area. It is very close into the Atlanta and surrounded by three of the best private schools in the City. The back yard is very large and the home sits up above the homes behind it and next to it so you feel very private inside the house - even though the yard is very flat in front and back.

For more information and virtual tour on this home click here

For information on this and all homes in the area please visit my main website at www.liveinnorthgeorgia.com.

Call Michael Stevens anytime at 800-30-RIGHT. 800-307-4448

3270 Sydenham Court, Cumming, GA 30041 - Home for sale Michael Stevens Real estate

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 11:18:06 -0500

$564,500

Wooded, totally private, beautifully landscaped home located on cul-du-sac in Seven Oaks subdivision within Windermere. This stunning, well crafted home features a huge gourmet kitchen, beautiful family room and breath-taking views. You'll find every upgrade imaginable.

For more information and a virtual tour please visit www.3270sydenham.com

Call Michael Stevens anytime at 800-30-RIGHT. 800-307-4448

For information on this and all homes in the area please visit my main website at www.liveinnorthgeorgia.com.

Crooked Creek Golf Course Acquired and Renamed - Alpharetta, Milton, GA

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 09:15:16 -0500

The Crooked Creek Golf Club was recently purchased by Affiniti Golf Partners - Their website is http://www.affinitigolf.com. This golf management company was also the owner/management company for the Alpharetta Country Club located just a few miles from Crooked Creek.

Affiniti has joined the memberships of the two clubs together and renamed the two facilities to now be called the Alpharetta Athletic Club or "AAC" for short and now calls Crooked Creek the "East Course" and the old Alpharetta Country Club the "West Course"

This is all a little confusing since the club is actually located in Milton, GA which is a new city that was unincorporated Fulton County with an Alpharetta address. (the city sits on the northern border of Alpharetta, GA and is 40,000+ acres with a population of roughly 22,000 people) Many of the folks who live in the new city of Milton would prefer the new club be called the "Milton Athletic Club" instead and rumor has it that a possible name change is being considered. I'll talk more about the City of Milton in a future blog.

If you know anyone looking to buy a home in the area and they are looking for a golf membership the AAC is a great option. The facilities are nice and the old Crooked Creek Golf Course is one of the finest for the money in Georgia. The new owners have already spend a bunch of money adding all new golf carts, many new flat panel TV's throught the club and giving the exterior of the Clubhouse a much needed face lift.

For more information on the AAC and Crooked Creek - please visit my website dedicated to the Crooked Creek Community at www.crookedcreekhomesales.com. the Crooked Creek Community HOA has recently voted to spend $4,000,000.00 to update their community amenity facilities and to also potentially gate the community with 24 hour manned gates. More on that in a future blog as well.

730 Autumn Close, Milton (Alpharetta), Georgia 30004 Michael Stevens Alpharetta Real Estate Crooked Creek Golf Homes

Michael Stevens (RE/Max 400 North) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:17:43 -0500

Mike Stevens and www.CrookedCreekHomeSales.com just listed 730 Autumn Close. This home is located in the excclusive Golf Course Community of Crooked Creek (the Golf Course has been renamed "Alpharetta Athletic Club")

3-Sides Brick Home with private back yard overlooking the Golf Course.

For more information and a virtual tour please click here.

For information on any real estate in Milton or Alpharetta Georgia please click here or call Mike Stevens today. 800-307-4448

For information on the Crooked Creek Neighborhood click here We have a website dedicated to Crooked Creek.