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Geneva East Subdivision

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 21:46:48 -0500

Sho-Deen, Inc. began building Geneva East in 1982 in answer to the demand for affordable housing. The quality constructed homes are single family homes with detached garage. The garage is located on an alley.

The subdivision entrance, off East Side Drive, is the 13.7 acre Moore Park. Moore Park has a playground, soccer field, and Geneva’s only water spraygound.

Children living here will attend Harrison Street Elementary School.

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Sterling Manor

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 21:44:48 -0500

The Sterling Manor subdivision consists of approximately 225 custom-built single-family homes and 100 townhomes which were built by Town & Country Homes. There are still a few vacant lots available for building a custom home.

The Sterling Manor Park located at the north end of the subdivision has two tennis courts, basketball hoops, a baseball field, playground and covered pavilion. There is a walking trail around the park. There is a paved pedestrian/bike trail from the park all the way to Kaneville Road which borders the south side of the subdivision.

Geneva’s two Middle Schools, Geneva Middle School South and Geneva Middle School North as well as Peck Farm Park are located just across the street from the trail’s end. The Park and its walking path get much use by both children and adults. Children living in this subdivision will attend Heartland Elementary School in the neighboring Heartland subdivision.

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Sterling Manor Subdivision

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 21:43:44 -0500

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Randall Square

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 21:41:56 -0500

Randall Square is a subdivision of approximately 200 homes built by Westway Construction. The subdivision was begun in 1987. Randall Square consists of mostly 2-story colonial style homes with a few ranch style homes. They range from 1725 square feet to 2800 square feet with 2-car garages. There are sidewalks on all streets and you often see children and adults out walking or riding bicycles.

The children in Randall Square attend Heartland Elementary School, located in the neighboring Heartland subdivision. Located just west of Randall Road and a little north of Fabyan Parkway the subdivision has its own 6.3 acre park with ball fields and playground.

Adjacent to the park and the subdivision are Geneva’s two Middle Schools, Geneva Middle School South and Geneva Middle School North.

Adjacent to the Middle Schools is the 395 acre Peck Farm Park Interpretative Center and the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center.

Delnor Hospital and the Geneva Commons shopping center are located just north of the subdivision on Randall Road. You will find a Best Buy, Gander Mountain, McDonald’s, Panera Bread, UPS Store, Borders Books, Marshall’s, Old Navy, Michael’s and a few other restaurants within walking distance of Randall Square.

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Randall Square Subdivision

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 21:40:45 -0500

Adjacent to the park and the subdivision are Geneva’s two Middle Schools, Geneva Middle School South and Geneva Middle School North.

Adjacent to the Middle Schools is the 395 acre Peck Farm Park Interpretative Center and the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Randall Square homes or any of the surrounding Geneva neighborhoods.

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Kenston Homes for Sale

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:31:14 -0500

Kenston built by Sho-Deen, Inc. They back up to the Geneva Golf Club with its beautiful greens and are just outside the historic district of downtown Geneva.

The children living here will attend the new Williamsburg Elementary School which opens Fall 2009.

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Williamsburg Village Homes for Sale

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:29:10 -0500

Williamsburg Village condos built by Sho-Deen, Inc. in the early 1990’s are just off State Street, the main street of Geneva. Located close to downtown Geneva, three grocery stores, and the Geneva Commons, everything one needs is a short drive or walk.

The children living here will attend the new Williamsburg Elementary School which opens Fall 2009.

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Pepper Valley Homes for Sale

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:25:10 -0500

Pepper Valley was begun around 1970 by Westway Construction. There are mature trees and sidewalks throughout. There is a Pepper Valley Home Owners Association with optional dues which grant membership to the Pepper Valley Pool and Clubhouse nestled in the center of the subdivision. There is open space with walking/biking trails meandering through the subdivision. There are single family detached homes, townhomes and apartments.

The children living here will attend the new Williamsburg Elementary School which opens Fall 2009.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Pepper Valley homes or any of the surrounding Geneva neighborhoods.

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Fields of Geneva East Homes for Sale

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:22:52 -0500

An extension of the original Geneva East subdivision, the Fields of Geneva East, built by Sho-Deen, Inc. are single family homes with attached garages. The subdivision entrance, off East Side Drive, is the 13.7 acre Moore Park. Moore Park has a playground, soccer field, and Geneva’s only water spraygound. Children living here will attend Harrison Street Elementary School.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Fields of Geneva East homes or any of the surrounding Geneva neighborhoods.

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Blackberry Homes for Sale

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:16:59 -0500

Westway Construction began building the Blackberry subdivision in the late 1980’s. The homes are mostly two-story colonial homes with attached 2 car garage. The children living here will attend the new Williamsburg Elementary School which opens Fall 2009.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Blackberry homes or any of the surrounding Geneva neighborhoods.

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Eagle Brook Homes for Sale

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:12:27 -0500

Eagle Brook subdivision was begun by Joe Keim Enterprises and Genevafield Venture has over 500 single-family homes with a few lots remaining available. Building began in 1990 with the centerpiece of the development an 18-hole, 6,830-yard, championship golf course. The 254 acre Eagle Brook Country Club Golf Course, of which 92 acres are preserved wetlands, is surrounded by custom built homes.

Children living in this subdivision can walk to the Western Avenue Elementary School and have two parks within the subdivision to play at.

Eagle Brook Park is a 5.26 acre park located on Bent Tree Drive and has a baseball diamond, picnic area, and playground. The smaller 1.39 acre Fargo Park, on Fargo Avenue, has a playground and picnic area.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Eagle Brook homes or any of the surrounding Geneva neighborhoods.

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Geneva East Homes for Sale

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:10:03 -0500

The subdivision entrance, off East Side Drive, is the 13.7 acre Moore Park. Moore Park has a playground, soccer field, and Geneva’s only water spraygound.

Children living here will attend Harrison Street Elementary School.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Geneva East homes or any of the surrounding Geneva neighborhoods.

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Sterling Manor Homes for Sale

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:07:34 -0500

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Randall Square Homes for Sale

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 22:52:56 -0500

Adjacent to the park and the subdivision are Geneva’s two Middle Schools, Geneva Middle School South and Geneva Middle School North.

Adjacent to the Middle Schools is the 395 acre Peck Farm Park Interpretative Center and the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Randall Square homes or any of the surrounding Geneva neighborhoods.

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Horseshoe Bend

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:55:38 -0500

Horseshoe Bend

Horseshoe Bend is a premier Country Club community, nestled next to the Chattahoochee River in Roswell, Georgia. Consisting of over 1200 homes, Horseshoe Bend boasts a wooded environment, lakes, walking and bike paths, and a friendly community. The Horseshoe Bend Country Club features an 18 hole golf course, swimming and tennis facilities, and an elegant club atmosphere.

The community of Horseshoe Bend is located off Holcomb Bridge Road just down the road from the intersection of Holcomb Bridge Road and GA 400.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Horseshoe Bend homes or any of the surrounding Roswell neighborhoods.

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Hawkins Cove

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:48:22 -0500

Hawkins Cove

Hawkins Cove is a community of 26 homes in Roswell, Georgia. The community of Hawkins Cove is located East of Houze Road at Hawkins Cove Trail.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Hawkins Cove homes or any of the surrounding Roswell neighborhoods.

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Darien Park

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:42:11 -0500

Darien Park

Darien Park is a community of 32 homes in Roswell, Georgia founded in 1987. The community of Darien Park is located West of Houze Road at Darien Park Drive.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Darien Park homes or any of the surrounding Roswell neighborhoods.

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Cranwood

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:40:21 -0500

Cranwood

Cranwood is a community of 11 homes in Roswell, Georgia. The community of Cranwood is located West of Crabapple Road off of Chaffin Road at Cranwood Cove.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Cranwood homes or any of the surrounding Roswell neighborhoods.

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Crabapple Pointe

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:31:17 -0500

Crabapple Pointe

Crabapple Pointe is a community of 32 homes in Roswell, Georgia. The community of Crabapple Pointe is located South of the intersection of E Crossville Road and Crabapple Road off of Crabapple Road at Kendemere Point.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Crabapple Pointe homes or any of the surrounding Roswell neighborhoods.

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Coleman Ridge

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:28:33 -0500

Coleman Ridge

Coleman Ridge is a community of 43 homes in Roswell, Georgia. The community of Coleman Ridge is located at the intersection of Willeo Road and Coleman Road.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Coleman Ridge homes or any of the surrounding Roswell neighborhoods.

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Chimney Lakes

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:27:10 -0500

Chimney Lakes

The Chimney Lakes community consists of 350 + homes which are located in East Cobb, Georgia. The community physically resides in Cobb County, but has a Roswell address. As such, residents have lower property taxes and have access to the premium rated schools in East Cobb: Shallowford Falls Elementary, Simpson Middle, and Lassiter High.

Feel free to contact us if you have any detailed questions about the Chimney Lakes homes or any of the surrounding Roswell neighborhoods.

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Successful Short Sales

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:22:23 -0500

Each week we're planning to provide an example of a successful short sale in metro Atlanta. They come in all shapes and sizes. For the homeowner, it means avoiding foreclosure and being able to move on with their life without the damage that foreclosure can cause.

2006 Kensington Green Drive,

Smyrna, GA 30080

For the home buyer, they were able to benefit from the current market.

The original homeowner purchased this luxury Smyrna townhome for $517,800 in 2006. Through the short sale process, the home buyer was able to purchase the townhome for $361,500. That's a savings of $156,000 or 30%.

The point that we want to show with this weekly series, is that distressed Atlanta homeowners have an option in avoiding foreclosure and that short sales are accepted everyday. What we also want to point out for Atlana home buyers, is that opportunities are available and should not be overlooked.

Contact us if you would like to talk to us more about short sales.

Potential Short Sale in Vinings Pointe Subdivision in Smyrna Georgia

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:14:53 -0500

Vinings Pointe is a highly sought after swim/tennis neighborhood in Smyrna Vinings. You'll love this brick tradtional with open floor plan and lots of natural light. Potential Short Sale! Wonderful brick traditional home in highly sought after swim/tennis neighborhood in Smyrna Vinings.

The home has been freshly painted inside and out, includes new hardwoods throughout the main floor, new Berber carpet, new tile in the Master Bathroom, new granite countertops and tile backsplash in the Kitchen.

The home features a large open floorplan with separate Living Room, Dining Room, Great Room, Office and large Kitchen on the main floor.

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Possible Short Sale in Vinings Pointe

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Tue, 19 May 2009 12:58:55 -0500

Aaron Hofmann | Keller Williams | 770-653-9601

1208 Bickham Way, Smyrna, GA

Updated Brick Traditional in Popular Swim/Tennis - Potential Short Sale

4BR/2.5BA Single Family House

offered at $300,000

Year Built	1999
Sq Footage	Unspecified
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	.25 acres
HOA/Maint	$52 per month

DESCRIPTION

Wonderful brick traditional home in highly sought after swim/tennis neighborhood in Smyrna Vinings.

The home has been freshly painted inside and out, includes new hardwoods throughout the main floor, new tile in the Master Bathroom, new granite countertops and tile backsplash in the Kitchen.

The home features a large open floorplan with separate Living Room, Dining Room, Great Room, Office and large Kitchen on the main floor.

Not only will you appreciate the recent updates, but also the extensive millwork, the amazing number of windows and don't forget about the price.

This home is priced to sell quickly at $30,000 less than comparable homes in the neighborhood!!!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor
Tile floor	Family room	Living room
Office/Den	Dining room	Breakfast nook
Dishwasher	Refrigerator	Stove/Oven
Microwave	Granite countertop	Attic
Laundry area - inside	Balcony, Deck, or Patio	Yard

COMMUNITY FEATURES

Clubhouse	Swimming pool(s)	Tennis court(s)
Playground

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

1208 Bickham Way Front	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Aaron Hofmann

Keller Williams

770-653-9601

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: May 18, 2009, 10:34am PDT

Foreclosure Rates in Atlanta and Surrounding Areas

Carl Martens (Zowbie Consulting) — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 09:12:13 -0500

Foreclosure rates in metro Atlanta range from 9.9 percent in Clayton County to 3.7 percent in Cobb County, according to HUD.

By the Numbers

NSP Allocation; Local foreclosure rate; Local abandonment risk; Statewide foreclosure rate

Georgia total; $77,085,125; 5.2%; Medium; 5.2%

Atlanta; $12,316,082; 5.6%; High; 5.2%

Augusta; $2,473,064; 6.8%; High; 5.2%

Clayton County; $9,732,126; 9.9%; High; 5.2%

Cobb County; $6,889,134; 3.7%; Medium; 5.2%

Columbus-Muscogee; $3,117,039; 6.3%; High; 5.2%

DeKalb County; $18,545,013; 6.4%; High; 5.2%

Fulton County; $10,333,410; 5.4%; High; 5.2%

Gwinnett County; $10,507,827; 4.6%; Low; 5.2%

Savannah; $2,038,631; 6.0%; High; 5.2%

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