February // March Edition
The Buckhead Office
DIGITAL MAGAZINE
TABLE OF CONTENTS Pocket Guides to Atlanta Neighborhoods City Guide to the Atlanta Beltline Dreamy Designs to Elevate your Kitchen Why Spring is the Best Time to List What You Can Buy for $300-$450,000 Staff Pick! Featured Property
BUCKHEAD Le Bon Nosh - this light filled café is the perfect spot to get some work done with a latte & croissant The White House Restaurant (mom & pop to the bone!)
GU ID ES Area Recommendations from some of our very own
local experts!
Anis Cafe & Bistro - run by a lovely Frenchman, Arnault! French hospitality with a southern twist. Bring your dog & kids to enjoy the Patio! Location! Close to everything the city has to offer!
We love the walkability of the area - walk to the Duck Pond, to grab a slice of pizza, to the farmers market. It’s the best of both worlds - location & easy driving access! - ELIZABETH PERRY
VININGS Vinings Farmers Market Watch the world go by on the patio at Paces & Vine Oat Milk Lattes at Read book shop in Vinings Jubilee Quick drive to Buckhead, Midtown, & Marietta Street Close to the Chattahoochee River & access to trails Super friendly village feel, supports the local schools & community
Another cool Vinings option is Muss and Turners - it has a speakeasy secret bar called Eleanor’s, you walk in through a refrigerator door! - MATT MARTIN
BROOK HAVEN Home to POUR wine bar, Haven, Valenza, Vero Pizza, Verde, Kaleidoscope, One Sushi & more Easy access to Marta, just north of Buckhead, super easy access to 400 & I-85, with Peachtree Road running up the middle
ANSLEY PARK Bantam + Biddy for great breakfast & coffee, The Nook, Varuni, Napol, & Brooklyn Bagel Bakery are great local eats. Ansley Mall provides all that you need for every day Easy access to the Beltline, grab a bike and see all the different neighborhoods throughout the city
It is home to 14 parks, 3 swimming pools, & 332+ acres of park land
Red Light Cafe is a killer Jazz club, and Piedmont Park for exercise & entertainment
We have many great events an outdoor Fall Arts Festival, & the Cherry Blossom Festival featuring live bands, local artists, a Kids Zone, Pet World & Classic Car Show. Truly, something for everybody!
Lots of neighborhood parks Winn, McClatchey & the Dell + several more “Pocket Parks” like Eubanks & Yonah. Piedmont Park is a fun one if you have dogs! - ERIN YABROUDY
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SANDY SPRINGS Sandy Springs Cinema & Tap House-EXCELLENT movie theater with food & alcohol Sandy springs has one of the best breakfast places Buttermilk kitchen. They literally have the best biscuits, jelly, omelettes & pancakes!! - Maia Ivanova Rumi’s, The Select & many morerestaurants. There is a farmer’s market on saturdays in spring & summer Whitewater Creek - tucked into a neighborhood alongside the Chattahoochee. I take my golden retriever weekly to walk and play in the river (when the weather is right of course.) - LAURA GREEN
MIDTOWN The best coffee & dessert is Apres Diem. If it is a celebration, try the Sugar Factory You can’t see Midtown without Piedmont Park. The Beltline goes right through the park & connects all the way to the West End. See free concerts & movies on the lawn. There are playgrounds & an off leash dog park Visit the High Museum, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Fox Theatre (for shows & daytime tours), & Botanical Gardens. Whole World Theatre (for improv)
My favorite coffee/dessert spot in Midtown is Apres Diem. I’m a little partial since it was the first date for me and my husband. The desserts are always different and worth the calories. - PAM SANTIAGO
The Eastside Trail Enjoy the Atlanta BeltLine’s most popular stretch, the Eastside Trail, from Piedmont Park to Ponce City & Old Fourth Ward.
The Westside Trail This trail stitches together some of Atlanta’s oldest & most historic neighborhoods
Bicycle Barn This cool shop offers rentals, repairs, & everything you need to enjoy a spring ride!
Relay Bikes Another option for affordable bike rentals, offered in a few locations.
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Dancing Goats Located at Ponce City market, this shop has indoor & patio seating! The cafe au lait is highly recommended!
Spiller Park You can grab an oat milk latte and do some shopping at this fun Ponce City option!
The James Room The James Room is a thriving black-owned business that focuses on socialization & positive energy - the inside looks so fun!
Inman Perk One of life’s little perks - choose between coffee shop classics & modern favorites!
Piedmont Dog Park You’ll find lots of room to run & every kind of dog under the sun at this central spot in the city! ParkGrounds They couldn’t decide between a morning cup or dog park, so enjoy both at this gem! Monday Night Brewing A porch full of flavorful ales & abundant string lights will be a go-to spot for you & your pup to unwind! The Family Dog Sit. Drink. Stay. The slogan says it all, come in for a bite and stay for Game Day!
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New Design Styles to Elevate your Kitchen
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Material, Texture, and Tone Mixing A mix of natural stone types, different shades of wood, and both matte and glossy surfaces are your recipe for a smart custom look.
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Floating Shelves and Open Spaces Replace your upper cabinets with floating shelves instead! They are a great way to make a kitchen feel bigger and brighter. Try placing shelves around a kitchen window to allow more light to filter in.
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Bright Lighting Natural sunlight and vibrant indoor light fixtures come together to change the mood of your kitchen as day turns into night.
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Nooks Abound! Even in a small kitchen, a gathering spot near a window creates a cozy indoor-outdoor feel. Built-in seating is a no-fail option to make the most of a kitchen nook. Add patterned throw pillows as a finishing touch.
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Moody Hues, Light Counter tops Black can add some sophistication to your kitchen. A softer option is “almost black” colors that are rich and warm, like deep blues and cozy greens.
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Keep It Flexible
Whether you’re wowing guests, enjoying a comfy morning, or helping your kids with their homework, there is a good chance your kitchen is the center of it all. Keep the “heart” of your home ready to handle all of your home’s memories!
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5 REASONS to list in
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Demand is very strong 6.18 million homes were sold in 2021. This was the largest number of home sales in 15 years. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for NAR, explains: “Sales for the entire year finished strong, reaching the highest annual level since 2006... With mortgage rates expected to rise in 2022, it’s likely that a portion of December buyers were intent on avoiding the inevitable rate increases.”
Supply is very limited The National Association of REALTORS® also reveals that, while home sales are skyrocketing, the inventory of existing homes for sale is continuing to drop dramatically. Houses are essentially selling as fast as they’re hitting the market – in fact, NAR reports that the average house is on the market for only 21 days. It’s this imbalance between high buyer demand and a low supply of houses for sale that gives sellers such an advantage.
Right now, sellers have maximum leverage For homeowners who are thinking about selling, there may never be a better time than right now. While demand is this high and inventory is this low, you’ll have leverage in all aspects of the sale of your house. Today’s buyers know they need to be flexible negotiators that make very competitive offers, Competitive sales price, flexible closing date, potential for a leaseback to allow you more time to find a home, and minimal offer contingencies are a few things a seller can expect in this market.
War m weather makes buyers active Another pro to selling a home in the spring is that you won’t have to fight snow, ice and bitter cold temps when moving to a new home. You also won’t have to worry about overheating. Springtime temperatures are usually just right for moving and make for an enjoyable warm weather relocation. If you prefer to beat the cold and the heat, then spring may be the right time to list your home.
It’s a great way to use home equity According to the latest data from CoreLogic, as of the third quarter of 2020, the average homeowner gained $17,000 in equity over the past year, and that number continues to grow as home values appreciate. Equity is a type of forced savings that grows during your time as a homeowner and can be put toward bigger goals, like buying your next dream home.
WHAT YOU CAN BUY FOR
$300$450,000
Listed by ERIN COKER
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PROPERTIES LISTED IN METRO ATLANTA
$450,000 6903 WINDING WADE TRAIL | 4 BD | 4 BA
Listed by Erin Coker
$399,000 700 PARK REGENCY PLACE NE, #1001 | 1 BD | 1 BA
Listed by Jolynne Szymanski
$400,000 1900 MCJENKIN DRIVE NE | 3 BD | 1 BA | 1 HB
Listed by Kathie Lyons
$319,000 625 PIEDMONT AVENUE, #107 | 1 BD | 1 BA
Listed by Hasan Pasha
PICK $2,150,000 5335 LONG ISLAND DRIVE NW
Sandy Springs
6 BD | 6 BA | 1 HB
5335 Long Island Drive is a certified natural wildlife habitat, nestled on two lush acres in Sandy Springs! It features a two-story conservatory at the rear of the home, a heated pool, gazebo, and tennis court, but the real beauty can be found in the aviary and recirculating waterfall. The picturesque nature that surrounds this property will make you feel as though you’re in a dream. The property was featured in the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s 2019 Gardens for Connoisseurs Tour.
Listed by Sara Ohmer