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It's all about Location! Townhome for Sale at Livsey Commons in Tucker, GA
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0 comments • Jen Bowman - Real Estate Agent in Decatur, GA serving metro Atlanta • September 16 2008 07:35PMOwn the home that is Currently Featured on HGTV's My First Place!
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1 comment • Jen Bowman - Real Estate Agent in Decatur, GA serving metro Atlanta • September 15 2008 04:22PMNew Construction Home minutes to Downtown Atlanta
Save BIG with Incentives and Grants from the Atlanta Development Authority! New Construction in Lakewood, Minutes to Downtown Atlanta
This property qualifies for a 4% grant from the Atlanta Development Authority along with a 10% of purchase price as an additional incentive! That's $33,586!!!
Home Atlanta is a mortgage program that provides a 30 year mortgage at a fixed rate not to exceed 6.25% along with a 4% grant to assist with closing cost. Eligible borrowers can also receive 10% of the purchase price as an additional incentive to assist with down payment. You probably qualify! Contact me now to ask me how!!!
Fabulous new 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home has 10 foot ceilings and dramatic 8 foot paneled doors with levered handles.
Chef's kitchen has tile backsplash, granite countertops, stained cabinets, stainless steel appliances, butler's pantry, breakfast bar & breakfast room. The kitchen even has a tray ceiling!
Hardwood floors throughout the entire main level. The light fixtures are modern brushed nickel.
The master bedroom on the main level has a tray ceiling, bay windows, walk in closet and master bath suite. The master bath has jacuzzi tub, separate tile shower, water closet, dual granite vanities and beveled mirror.
Conveniently located in Hot Lakewood, just minutes south of downtown Atlanta. Priced to sell at $239,900, so with the Grants and Incentives it's closer to $200K! Bring all Offers! Come relax on your front rocking chair porch and private back deck.
Home Atlanta is a mortgage program that provides a 30 year mortgage at a fixed rate not to exceed 6.25% along with a 4% grant to assist with closing cost. Eligible borrowers can also receive 10% of the purchase price as an additional incentive to assist with down payment. You probably qualify! Contact me now to ask me how!!!
Fabulous new 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home has 10 foot ceilings and dramatic 8 foot paneled doors with levered handles.
Chef's kitchen has tile backsplash, granite countertops, stained cabinets, stainless steel appliances, butler's pantry, breakfast bar & breakfast room. The kitchen even has a tray ceiling!
Hardwood floors throughout the entire main level. The light fixtures are modern brushed nickel.
The master bedroom on the main level has a tray ceiling, bay windows, walk in closet and master bath suite. The master bath has jacuzzi tub, separate tile shower, water closet, dual granite vanities and beveled mirror.
Conveniently located in Hot Lakewood, just minutes south of downtown Atlanta. Priced to sell at $239,900, so with the Grants and Incentives it's closer to $200K! Bring all Offers! Come relax on your front rocking chair porch and private back deck.
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Asking Price: $239,900.00
Flexibility: Negotiable
Additional Pricing Information: Lease purchase available $7,500 down, 1,500 a month.Special Financing available with Grants from the Atlanta Development Authority!!!
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Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2.5
Parking: Driveway
Year Built: 2007
Subdivision: Lakewood
Lot Size: under 1/2
Agent Name: Jennifer Bowman
Broker: Success Realty
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Range/Oven
Dishwasher
Sink Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Fireplace
Hardwood Floors
Security System
Kitchen Island
Vaulted Ceilings
Attic
Butler's Pantry
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1 comment • Jen Bowman - Real Estate Agent in Decatur, GA serving metro Atlanta • September 14 2008 02:24PMWalking Tours around the City of Decatur
Did you know that the City of Decatur, GA has created 6 Informative Walking Tours? They range from easy 1 mile to what they call challenging 4 mile. I did the "challenging" 4 mile with my Dad who is in his mid 60's the other day. The temperature was in the upper 80's so it was kind of hot out. It is pretty level walking and we managed it just fine. But, just for fun we stopped for dinner in between at Tesoro the new Mexican restaurant next to Twains at the end of Church St. in Decatur.
We did Tour #3 which they call Sycamore and More. I actually learned something about Decatur, although I've lived here 12 years. The first 2 story house ever built in Decatur was in 1830. It's listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It's callled the High House, an appropriate name if you think about it being a 2 story house. It's on the corner of N. Candler and Sycamore Streets near the Library.
The tour starts at the Bandstand at the Square in Decatur. It takes you past the Presbyterian Church, which is not on the tour, but is interesting anyway. When you go by it, you'll notice 3 concrete posts sticking up out of the ground on the corner of Church and Sycamore Streets. Those were old hitching posts for horses back in the day. It takes you by the Decatur Rec Center on Sycamore. You'll pass the High House which I mentioned above. Then you'll go by the Methodist Chapel on the corner of Sycamore and Commerce Drive. It's built from Stone Mountain granite, and occupies the same property as the original log church, founded in 1826. You'll go down Historic Sycamore Street which was once a stagecoach route, characterized by it's fine houses, some of the largest in Decatur. You'll loop back up and go down Glendale Ave into the Glenwood Estates Neighborhood which was established in 1925. The homes feature large lots and natural landscaping. You'll loop back up and onto Ponce de Leon Ave passing Glenwood Elementary School. The last stop will bring you back to the Old Courthouse on the Square. The Old Courthouse still has the granite walls and great columns of the original structure built in 1898. Currently it is the Welcome Center and home of Dekalb Historical Society.
As I do the other walking tours, I'll post them with my comments. You can get the tours downloaded from Decatur's website DecaturGA.com or from the Decatur Rec Center, Downtown Development Authority Office or local shops like One Step at a Time in Oakhurst.
Check with your local area and see if walking tours are available. It's a fun way to see a city from a different perspective, even your own city. I found a neat website called MapMyWalk.com so you can actually make your own walking tours wherever you are.
Let me know about great walking paths or tours in your area.
0 comments • Jen Bowman - Real Estate Agent in Decatur, GA serving metro Atlanta • September 14 2008 12:18PMBuild Your Dream Home on this Lot among Luxury Homes
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0 comments • Jen Bowman - Real Estate Agent in Decatur, GA serving metro Atlanta • September 13 2008 05:40PMDecatur Concerts on the Square
If you haven't been to a Concert on the Square in Decatur, GA now is the time to get out and enjoy these free events. The concerts are played at the center of the Square in the Gazebo behind the old Courthouse. Bring your blankets and a cooler and just relax. Concerts are every Saturday night in May and September from 7-9:30 pm. Stick around after the show and visit one of the many local pubs and restaurants. Or get some food to go and enjoy it on the lawn. These events are just another reason why Decatur, GA is a great place to live, work and play.
Haven't been to Decatur yet? Here's how to get here:
From the MARTA rail line:
Go to Decatur Station (E-6). Take east exit for Church Street and west exit for bandstand.
From I-285 Southbound: (Stone Mountain, Snellville, Athens, Conyers)
Take Stone Mountain Freeway (US 78) west (Exit 39A). About 1/2 mile after divided highway ends and becomes Scott Boulevard. Bear left onto Church Street. Continue on Church Street about two miles to downtown Decatur.
From I-285 Northbound: (College Park, Fayetteville, Henry Co, Airport)
Get off at Covington Highway (US 278) (Exit 43) and turn left. Continue through downtown Avondale Estates (where Covington Highway becomes Main Street) past the Avondale MARTA station. Turn right onto E. Trinity Place.
From I-85:
Get off at Clairmont Road Exit (91) and go south on Clairmont about 4 1/2 miles until it dead-ends at the Old Courthouse. Turn left onto E. Ponce de Leon Avenue, go one block and turn right onto Church Street.
From North (Chamblee, Toco Hills):
Take Clairmont Road south until it dead-ends at the Old Courthouse. Turn left onto Ponce de Leon Avenue, go one block and turn right onto Church Street.
From I-20 (South):
Take Candler Road (Exit 65) north about four miles. After crossing railroad tracks, the road bears to the left and becomes E. Trinity Place.
From East (Clarkston, Scottdale):
Take East Ponce de Leon Avenue west. Just past Avondale MARTA station, turn left onto Sycamore Street.
From West (Midtown, Virginia-Highland):
Take Ponce de Leon Avenue east to downtown Decatur. After passing Old Courthouse, turn right on Church Street.
From West (Downtown Atlanta):
Take DeKalb Avenue east to downtown Decatur (DeKalb Avenue becomes Howard in Decatur). Turn left on McDonough Street at Decatur High School.
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0 comments • Jen Bowman - Real Estate Agent in Decatur, GA serving metro Atlanta • September 13 2008 04:56PMLuxury Condo with Skyline Views in Buckhead, Atlanta, GA
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0 comments • Jen Bowman - Real Estate Agent in Decatur, GA serving metro Atlanta • September 13 2008 02:24PMOktoberfest in Helen, GeorgiaOktoberfest (that's not a typo or ignorance, that's how "they" spell it) is going on in Helen, Georgia. It's in the North GA mountains, just an hour and a half north of Atlanta. Helen is a little Alpine Village and they do a German Oktoberfest every year. This year it's from September 11 through November 2. It started out small in the 70's but has grown to be one of the largest parties in the Southeast. It's a fun time, just be prepared for the crowds. There is German music, the polka, the chicken dance, (Who came up with that one anyway?) and of course Beer. If you want to stay in Helen during the festival, try to book your hotel as soon as possible. They do fill up quickly. Take time to enjoy the beautiful scenery while you're there. In a few weeks the leaves will be changing and I'm sure it will be stunning. For more info on it and to get $1 off coupons you can go to http://www.helenchamber.com/oktoberfest.htm 1 comment • Jen Bowman - Real Estate Agent in Decatur, GA serving metro Atlanta • September 12 2008 07:56AMDekalb County GA Plumbing Ordinance- A Must See for Home Buyers and SellersIf you are buying or selling a home in Dekalb County, GA you need to be aware of the following plumbing ordinance. This is now another required step in the Home Buying or Selling process. Effective June 1, 2008, sellers are required to disclose the Dekalb County Ordinance when selling their homes. Listing agents in Dekalb should add a notice of this ordinance to the seller's disclosure and/or sales contract. Before the new homeowner can obtain water service, they must provide written proof from a home inspector, licensed plumber, or a Department of Watershed Inspector. This certificate will be required with their application for water service. Single family homes and condos must meet the following: Based on average home sales statistics, Dekalb County expects to save 360,000 gallons of water per day by enacting this ordinance and predicts it will take more than 33 years to replace all of the older water guzzling toilets and fixtures. There are some exemptions to this ordinance which include the following: DeKalb County has also enacted a rebate program.There are 2 rebates available: $100.00 rebate for the replacement with High Efficiency toilets (HET's) that use 1.28 gallons or less per flush and $50.00 for "low-flow" (1.6 gallons per flush). You have 60 days from the date of purchase to apply for the rebate. Three rebates maximum per household. Here is the list of qualifying toilets http://www.epa.gov/watersense/pp/find_het.htm For more details and to download the application, go to http://www.dekalbwatershed.com/PDF/ToiletRebateProgramGuidelines.pdf Sellers will have to disclose the Ordinance as part of the disclosure and/or sales contract. The Georgia Association of Realtors has prepared such a Disclosure. Please note that the Ordinance applies to houses and condos in unincorporated DeKalb County. The Georgia Association of Realtors advises: "If the property is located within a city in DeKalb County, such as Decatur, Chamblee or Lithonia, the ordinance does not apply. If Dunwoody becomes a city later on this year, the ordinance will not apply. However, until that occurs, Dunwoody will remain in unincorporated DeKalb County and as such be subject to the ordinance." So, if you are a Seller, you have a huge advantage if you install water saving toilets PLUS you will be able to take advantage of the Rebate. The budget is limited, so the Rebates are only available for a limited time! PLUS, more importantly: Since a Buyer won't be able to receive Water service on the day of closing until he can provide proof that all fixtures are compliant, he/she may even discount the offer or pass on your home after all! For more info on home buying or selling in GA, please contact Jen Bowman, Broker Associate with Success Realty at 404-456-5024 Read more of the Georgia Real Estate Voice. Search the MLS for homes. 8 comments • Jen Bowman - Real Estate Agent in Decatur, GA serving metro Atlanta • September 10 2008 07:47AMContent © 2009 'Frequent Contributors'. Design © 2009 ActiveRain Corp. Logos and service marks owned by copyright holder. |