emory homes: Fixing up the House - Declutter First! - 12/03/16 10:41 AM
If you've lived in your house for any length of time, chances are good that it could stand an overhaul.  And, if you are contemplating the sale of your Decatur home in the near future, a few tips might be useful.
Many young families have rooms in their home that serve multiple purposes - dining rooms turned into toy rooms, closets that are overflowing, and hallways jammed with strollers, shoes, and play equipment.  Older homeowners often have homes that are are filled with years of accumulation - their collections and those of their adult children. Most of us could use some de-cluttering advice:
Whatever your circumstances, … (2 comments)

emory homes: Decatur Homes Financing Tips - 05/24/16 07:51 AM
As financing becomes more complex, many Decatur home buyers are mystified by the lending process.  Atlanta Decatur Homes advises Buyers to find a good, professiona llender who knows their stuff, someone who can anticipate any issues that may arise and walk you through them.  We can also recommend our favorite lenders, who are professional and experienced.
Here are a few questions to ask your Lender:
Lock-ins are important when rates are rising – ask how long the lock-in period runs and whether you can get a lower rate if rates drop during the period’ Ask whether you will be required to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (and ask them to explain PMI … (0 comments)

emory homes: Medlock Park - No Commute Emory Neighborhood - 05/16/16 03:39 AM
While Emory commuters from outside the Atlanta Perimeter are gathering their children and rushing to their cars, homeowners in placid Medlock Park are still snoozing, or enjoying a second cup of coffee.
As North Decatur Road, the main conduit to the Emory community (Emory Hospital, Emory University, Eggleston Children’s Hospital, the Center for Disease Control ) creeps with traffic, many Medlock Park residents walk, bike or catch an Emory Shuttle Bus to work in the area.
Medlock Park residents are also fortunate to have nearby shopping centers with grocery stores, restaurants and shops, including a new Walmart, the DeKalb Farmers Market and soon to open Sprouts Market. There is also … (0 comments)

emory homes: Decatur - A Walkable Eventful City! - 05/16/16 02:46 AM
Decatur is located less than 8 miles from Downtown Atlanta and approximately 2.5 miles from Emory University, Emory Hospital, Eggleston Children’s Hospital and the Center for Disease Control. Decatur is a small City with major civic participation, local Police and Fire Departments and a renown School System.
Neighborhoods around Decatur contain renovated older bungalow-style homes, well-kept lawns, parks and sidewalks. It has a vibrant, friendly atmosphere and many residents live close enough to walk to shops, restaurants, and frequent downtown events. Annual events for Decatur are organized by the Decatur Business Association and other civic and educational organizations. It’s a rare week … (0 comments)

emory homes: Decatur, Georgia - Fun Events to Attend - 07/01/14 02:08 AM
Real estate sales for housing in Atlanta and Decatur homes are brisk, with some properties selling before they are actively on the market.  Homes in Decatur are at a particular premium and there is a reasonable explanation.
Decatur is a fun place to live - has excellent schools, and  it’s own municipal services like first class Police and Fire Departments.  In addition, the City of Decatur sponsors so many local events and festivals throughout the year, it’s hard to keep track of everything you could attend.
For example, the Decatur Arts Festival was held this past Memorial Day weekend and is … (3 comments)

emory homes: City of Decatur - Something for Everyone! - 04/16/14 07:22 AM
Decatur, Georgia, has become one of the most popular in-town neighborhoods in the metropolitan Atlanta area.   Early citizens rejected a proposal to make Decatur a major railway terminal because they didn’t want the noise and pollution, and subsequent city planners have built a vibrant community that oozes charm and retains the original character of the surrounding neighborhoods. Decatur is a small city that has done things right!

What makes the City of Decatur Great?
Location is always key for prospective home buyers, and Decatur is centrally located just a few miles Northeast of Atlanta,  about 20 minutes from the Atlanta … (1 comments)

emory homes: Winston Place - Featured Decatur Condo Complex - 01/24/13 01:33 AM
Several  features make condos and townhomes an attractive choice for home buyers.   Winston Place is a charming small complex conveniently located close to shopping, restaurants, and medical facilities like Emory and the VA hospitals.
Winston Place is one of the few complexes in the area with full garages and some one-level units.  It also has a strong Homeowners Association and well-landscaped grounds and pool area. According to the Atlanta area multiple listing service,  two and three bedroom units here sold last year between $200,000 and $269,000.
 
Home buyers who choose condos and townhomes are looking for well-kept complexes in desirable neighborhoods close to … (0 comments)

emory homes: Atlanta Rental Market - Investment Frenzy - 01/17/13 07:40 AM
It’s no secret that Atlanta and the surrounding area have endured a difficult real estate market during the past 4-5 years. Atlanta has had one of the highest number of foreclosures and short sales in the country, but is experiencing a dramatic change.

Prime Neighborhoods Improve
With the economy slowly recovering and the housing market improving as well, some parts of the Atlanta real estate market like the Emory University, Virginia Highlands, Buckhead and City of Decatur neighborhoods are seeing multiple offers and rising sales prices.
Foreclosures and short sales in the Atlanta area
Another area of the Atlanta … (0 comments)

emory homes: Great Lakes - City of Decatur Homes - 04/19/11 10:30 AM
Posted on April 19, 2011 by atlantadecaturhomes
One of the most desirable neighborhoods in the City of Decatur is located just off Clairemont  Avenue. Some of the most beautiful Decatur Homes are found in Great Lakes, which  was named for long-vanished Lake Seneca, now a mostly dry stream in Waddell Park. 
History of Great Lakes
The surrounding streets were named for the famous French explorer, Samuel de Champlain and the Great Lakeshe discovered in the early 1600′s - Lake Huron, Lake Superior, Lake Erie, Lake Seneca, and Lake Ontario.
Champlain was the first European to explore and describe the Great Lakes, … (0 comments)

emory homes: Lions Gate - Atlanta Townhomes across from Olmsted Park - 04/17/11 12:11 PM
Posted on April 17, 2011 by atlantadecaturhomes
Lions Gate, an Atlanta Townhome and Condominium complex, is located in Fulton County off Ponce de Leon Avenue  on the edge of Druid Hills. Lions Gateis convenient to downtown Atlanta, the Carter Center and Emory University.  Shopping is close by and the Airport is an easy drive.

This charming Williamsburg-style complex is enhanced by lush grounds and attractive landscaping. Units are priced from the $200′s to mid $300,000′s and are characterized by large rooms with dense moldings.  Many of the units have been recently upgraded or totally renovated.

Lions Gate has the distinction … (2 comments)

emory homes: Emory Area Townhomes & Condos - Tuxworth Springs, Heritage Two and The Park at Emory - 04/03/11 06:21 AM
Posted on April 3, 2011 by atlantadecaturhomes
Emory University and the Emory Medical Center are among the highest employers in DeKalb County.  Professors, faculty, residents, doctors, nurses, and staff  live in the surrounding 3-5 square miles, generally designated as the Emory Area.
This area encompasses parts of Atlanta along Briarcliff Road and North Decatur Road, nearby Decatur and  the  City of Decatur.  All of these neighborhoods are in unincorporated DeKalb County where the property taxes are lower, except those located in the City of Decatur, where both City taxes and Dekalb county taxes are required.
A casual drive through the Emory … (1 comments)

emory homes: Managing Residential Property in Atlanta - 03/11/11 05:31 AM
Posted on March 10, 2011 by atlantadecaturhomes
If you have decided to rent your home in Atlanta, hiring a professional property manager is a sensible move.  Unless you are up-to-date on all the local, state, and national laws that affect property leasing, you could be subjecting yourself to unnecessary risk.  Here are a few factors that may help you decide whether to tackle the job yourself or hire a professional:
Can you market your property effectively? Can you screen your tenants, check references, employment, and past residencies? Can you check a tenant's credit? Do you have time to show the property? … (0 comments)

emory homes: 1010 Scott Boulevard, A-5, Delightful First Floor Decatur Condo! - 03/06/11 09:25 AM
1010 Scott Boulevard, A-5, Delightful First Floor Decatur Condo!
Posted on March 6, 2011 by atlantadecaturhomes
Priced at  $117,900, 1010 Scott Boulevard, Scott Court at The Woodlands, is located in a prime Decatur neighborhood, less than 2 miles from Emory University, shopping, and  restaurants.  This complex is also ideally located adjacent to The Woodlands Nature Preserve.

The Woodlands Nature Preserve is  a sheltered gem in the heart of Decatur that was  saved from development by the Morse family, who settled on the wooded property in 1946 when the land was bordered by Clairemont Avenue and a dirt track called Scott Boulevard.  … (1 comments)