The Childhood Home I am an Atlanta native, one of the few left I believe. More precisely a Decatur native, which is a quaint little town just 7 miles east of Atlanta. A few days ago, I had an opportunity to drive by my childhood home. It was sort of a small house by today's standards, but remains in a great neighborhood to this day. The back yard of the home abutted a small area of woods with a trail that led to the playground of the elementary school.  On the other side of the school was a forest, fairly sizable, that was great for explorations as a kid. On the other side of the playground was a ravine with a single set of train tracks running through it. What a great place to grow up. My end of the street had about 30 homes, and to this day I can still name every single neighbor and t... 05/12/2010

Homes in Medlock Heights, Decatur, Georgia Medlock Heights Subdivision in Decatur is a great location for starting out in the metro Atlanta area. The neighborhood is centrally located in unincorporated DeKalb County, and is served by Laurel Ridge elementary school, Shamrock Middle School, and Druid Hills High School. Homes in Medlock Heights are within minutes of Downtown Decatur, Emory, the CDC, and the Atlanta VA hospital. Shopping available to the neighborhood is 5 minutes away at North Decatur, 5 minutes away in Downtown Decatur, 5 minutes away at Toco Hills shopping center, and 2 minutes to North DeKalb Mall. Residents of Medlock Heights would have roughly a 20 minute commute to Downtown Atlanta. Nearby hospitals would be Emory, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, DeKalb Medical Cent... 05/11/2010

Homes in Pine Glen, Decatur, Georgia Pine Glen Subdivision in Decatur is a great location for starting out in the metro Atlanta area. The neighborhood is centrally located in unincorporated DeKalb County, and is served by Laurel Ridge elementary school, Shamrock Middle School, and Druid Hills High School. Homes in Pine Glen are within minutes of Downtown Decatur, Emory, the CDC, and the Atlanta VA hospital. Shopping available to the neighborhood is 8 minutes away at North Decatur, 8 minutes away in Downtown Decatur, 6 minutes away at Toco Hills shopping center, and 2 minutes to North DeKalb Mall. Residents of North Druid Valley would have roughly a 20 minute commute to Downtown Atlanta. Nearby hospitals would be Emory, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, DeKalb Medical Center, and the Atl... 05/06/2010

Homes in North Druid Valley, Decatur, Georgia North Druid Valley Subdivision in Decatur is a great location for starting out in the metro Atlanta area. The neighborhood is centrally located in unincorporated DeKalb County, and is served by Laurel Ridge elementary school, Shamrock Middle School, and Druid Hills High School. Homes in North Druid Valley are within minutes of Downtown Decatur, Emory, the CDC, and the Atlanta VA hospital. Shopping available to the neighborhood is 5 minutes away at North Decatur, 5 minutes away in Downtown Decatur, 5 minutes away at Toco Hills shopping center, and 2 minutes to North DeKalb Mall. Residents of North Druid Valley would have roughly a 20 minute commute to Downtown Atlanta. Nearby hospitals would be Emory, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, DeKalb ... 05/04/2010

Relocating to Atlanta, Georgia... If you are planning on relocating to the Atlanta, Georgia area, consider homeownership in Decatur. The City of Decatur is approximately 7 miles east of Atlanta, and is one of the hottest areas around for real estate. Shopping, eateries, colleges, hospitals, public transportation, childrens activities, and great housing are what you'll find in Decatur. For more information on the City of Decatur, visit http://decaturga.com/. Once you've decided on Decatur, consider Benefield Realty Company as your source for real estate.  To search and view homes in Decatur click on the following link:  http://www.georgiamls.com/agentsite/index.cfm?SiteID=BENB The site is very easy to navigate and there is no registration required. Decatur is located in DeKalb County, Ge... 04/24/2010

 Craftsman-style Bungalows for Sale in Atlanta Georgia - New Construction Craftsman Homes As an Atlanta real estate agent, I see hundreds of homes each year and thoughout it all, the 1920s or 1930s bungalow is still my favorite.  I will admit that an older home can require repairs, extensive maintenance and/or upgrades, so I've also grown quite fond of the new contruction Craftsman-style homes around Atlanta. After trying to search for new or newer Craftsman homes online, I've noticed that it can be a bit of a challenge, so I created a one-stop shop on my website, www.ATLhomesearch.com.  You can search for Craftsman-style homes by neighborhood, subdivision or just few ALL the homes currently available in Metro Atlanta....   >>> View ALL the new or newer Craftsman Homes for sale in Atlan... 04/22/2010

Home Staging Atlanta - Before & After Pictures A couple of months ago, one of our Atlanta investors that we've been working with for the past 2 years called on us to see three homes he had recently purchased. Two months later, one is still under construction and is going thru some major renovations. The other we staged two weeks ago and received multiple contracts and is under contract. The third home is a home we staged today in Decatur, GA. As you'll see, the home was vacant and went thru a pretty dramatic change. Here's the before picture:   Here's the after picture:   Another angle:   After Picture:   And of course, a close-up for our Home Staging Atlanta website:   04/15/2010

The Oakhurst Elementary School Online Auction will be open until April 16th, 2010. Proceeds from this auction will benefit students of Oakhurst Elementary School in Decatur, GA by funding 2010-2011 field trip experiences. Support your local Decatur elementary school by donating to the Online Auction. There is artwork, haircuts, plants, and crafts among the offerings, plus local businesses offer gift certificates or services.  There is also things from teeth whitening to routers.    The auction will be open for bids April 12 through April 16, 2010. All proceeds benefit Oakhurst Elementary Field Trips. That means it pays for all students for the next full school year of field trips! Visit online at at http://oakhurstauction.com. If you would like to view the online catalog, go to the webs... 04/14/2010

Homes in Glenwood Estates, Decatur, Georgia Homes in Glenwood Estates in Decatur, Georgia are some of the finest homes the City of Decatur has to offer. This subdivision is adjacent to the newly renovated Glenlake Park that offers swimming, tennis, and picnicking. Clairemont Elementary School, Renfroe Middle School, and Decatur High School serve as the public city schools for the neighborhood. All of the houses in Glenwood Estates are within minutes of Downtown Decatur, Emory, the CDC, and the Atlanta VA hospital. Shopping is available to the neighborhood at North Decatur (approximately 5 minutes away), Downtown Decatur (2 minutes), Toco Hills (8 minutes), and North DeKalb Mall (5 minutes). Residents of Glenwood Estates would have roughly a 15 minute commute to Downtown Atlanta. Nearby ... 04/13/2010

Homes in Ridgeland Park, Decatur, Georgia Homes in Ridgeland Park in Decatur Georgia are some of the most sought after homes in metro Atlanta. This subdivision is unique in that part of the subdivision is located within the city limits of Decatur and part of it is located in unincorporated DeKalb County. Consequently Medlock Elementary School, Clairemont Elementary School, Shamrock Middle School, Renfroe Middle School, Decatur High School and Druid Hills High School all serve as the public schools for the neighborhood. All of the houses in Ridgeland Park are within minutes of Downtown Decatur, Emory, the CDC, and the Atlanta VA hospital. Shopping is available to the neighborhood at North Decatur (approximately 4 minutes away), Downtown Decatur (3 minutes), & Toco Hills (8 minutes). Resi... 04/13/2010

Homes in North Decatur Heights, Decatur, Georgia Homes in Clairmont Heights in Decatur are some of the best affordable homes in metro Atlanta. This subdivision is centrally located in DeKalb County. Medlock Elementary School, Shamrock Middle School, and Druid Hills High School serve as the public schools for the neighborhood. All of the houses in North Decatur Heights are within minutes of Downtown Decatur, Emory, the CDC, and the Atlanta VA hospital. Shopping is available to the neighborhood at North Decatur (approximately 2 minutes away), Downtown Decatur (5 minutes), & Toco Hills (5 minutes). Residents of Clairmont Heights would have roughly a 15 minute commute to Downtown Atlanta. Nearby hospitals would be Emory, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, DeKalb Medical Center, and the Atlan... 04/12/2010

Decatur, Georgia Realtor Leads - (800) 900-2807 Even through this Real Estate downward spin, we are still seeing an increased number of families relocating to cities such as: San Diego, Austin, Decatur, etc… Still the #1 drive is jobs, and that cannot be disputed. Although another big reason for relocation that started in 2008, was due to great foreclosure prices. Cities such as Scottsdale, and Decatur have both seem dramatic drops in real estate prices, which is driving the people to purchase real etate in those cities. If you are not working with families whom want to purchase foreclosed homes, you are leaving a huge chunk of money on the table. One of the top discussions right now on RealTown and ActiveRain is in regards to boosting your business with foreclosures. Call us at (800) 9... 04/06/2010

Village Walk in Decatur GA Village Walk is a small community in the city limits of Decatur GA.  It's off of Commerce Drive near College Ave. Village Walk Drive and Village Walk Court are the 2 streets that make up the Decatur subdivision. There are 25 brick cluster homes in Village Walk. They were built in 1999 and 2000. They range in square footage from just under 2000 square feet to just over 3300 square feet.  The homes are 3 & 4 bedroom plans with 3 to 3.5 baths. They all have 2 car garages.  The lots are small and low maintenance, like we see in many in-town neighborhoods.   Village Walk is within easy walking distance to Decatur restaurants including Fellini's Pizza. There is a wide variety of grocery stores within the vicinity, including the Dekalb Farmers Market, a huge internat... 04/05/2010

Keswick Place in Decatur GA Keswick Place townhomes are located within the 4 square miles that is the City of Decatur in Dekalb County, GA.  Keswick Place is located at 1335 Church St. Decatur GA 30030. There are 19 homes in this quaint community.  They are all 3 levels with 2 car garages and large decks built for entertaining. Home Owner Association dues range from $120 to $160 per month depending on the size of the unit. It covers water, sewer, trash collection, exterior maintenance, fire insurance and liability and the reserve fund.  Townhouses at Keswick Place range in size from 1740 to 2800 square feet.    Students at Keswick Place attend sought after city of Decatur schools. They include Clairemont Elementary, Renfroe Middle School and Decatur High School. Keswick Place was built ... 04/03/2010

This new listing is awesome. It has all the period charm and character we come to expect from the wonderful Oakhurst neighborhood. With soaring 10+ coffered ceilings, huge rooms, a private backyard, and beautiful front porch, this property is ideal for entertaining and kids. To view pictures and more information about this property, please visit 164 Feld AvenueFor more listings by The Anderson Group, please visit www.tagatlanta.com 04/02/2010

Homes in Clairemont Estates, Decatur, Georgia Homes in Clairemont Estates are very unique in that they are situated right in the heart of Downtown Decatur. Nestled amongst lots of hardwoods and flowering trees, these homes are within walking distance of everything Decatur has to offer. The Decatur station of Atlanta's mass transit rail line, MARTA, is within walking distance as well, making access to most of metro Atlanta available, including Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. Homeowners in Clairemont Estates have roughly a 15 minute commute to Downtown Atlanta. Shopping of all types is readily available within walking distance. Nearby hospitals would be Emory, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, DeKalb Medical Center, and the Atlanta VA Hospital. There are several notable colleges and universit... 04/01/2010

Looks like good news for homeowners in the Medlock School district of Decatur, GA. It appears it will be one of the elementary schools removed from the list of closings. Medlock is the ideal neighborhood school and has served the area since the 1950's. A big Thanks goes out to all area neighbors voicing their opinions to the school board. This area has been a strong, sought after area for years and a quality school in the neighborhood will definately help things stay that way. Anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Medlock School district, please don't hesitate to get in touch with me. If you would like to browse homes in the area online, use the following link for a site that is very easy to navigate and no registration is required. http://www.georgiamls.com/agentsite/index.cfm?Si... 03/31/2010

This new listing is awesome. It has all the period character and charm we come to expect from the wonderful Oakhurst neighborhood. With soaring 10+ coffered ceilings, huge rooms, a private backyard, and beautiful front porch, this property is ideal for entertaining and kids. To view pictures and more information about this property, please visit 164 Feld AvenueFor more listings by The Anderson Group, please visit www.tagatlanta.com 03/30/2010

Another wonderful listing brought to you by The Anderson Group: 21 Oakhurst Common Dr. is a lovely 3 bedroom and 2 1/2 bath townhome in the heart of the Oakhurst community. Enjoy walking to McKoy Park, Oakhurst Village and restaurants. This home has beautiful designer decor, hardwood floors, formal living/dining room, and great room with beautiful fireplace. The home has a Chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops, master suite with luxury bath, and a delightful walk out porch. Basement is ready to be finished. For more information about 21 Oakhurst Common Dr., please contact Tom Anderson, 404-277-9581 or email at tom@tagatlanta.com 03/30/2010

Another incredible listing brought to you by The Anderson Group: 1462 Montevallo Circle is a six bedroom and 5 1/2 bath stunning 4 sided brick traditional. The home is located in the family friendly Leafmore neighborhood right off Oak Grove and Lavista Rd. This home is a close walk to swim/ tennis, shopping, and restaurants. No detail left unturned with this luxurious home, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, master suite with fireplace and magnificent bath, finished terrace level. For more information about 1462 Montevallo Circle please contact Tom Anderson at 404-277-9581 or email tom@tagatlanta.com. 03/30/2010