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Don’t miss this gorgeous Harts Mill cul-de-sac home in the desirable Montgomery Elementary school district! 

Regency Cove is a cozy neighborhood originally constructed in the late 1990’s in the incredibly popular and fast growing Harts Mill area of DeKalb County.  The quiet community is a refreshing setting within a few miles of Buckhead and Dunwoody, and its close proximity to Peachtree and I-285 make it convenient to anywhere in Atlanta.  With a great location and lower taxes, you get the best of both worlds here in Regency Cove.  Highlights of the neighborhood include an active Homeowners Association, which organizes holiday block parties and exciting events.  Neighbors gather in the quiet cul-de-sac on a regular basis as it provides a safe haven for playing and catching up. 

Hope you are not looking for a home needing work!  This private residence is an incredible value with upgrades such as new granite countertops in the kitchen along with a new stainless gas range and hood, new custom paint throughout, and fresh new landscaping in the front yard and back courtyard.  Even the door handles and cabinet pulls have been updated!  From the minute you walk in, you’ll notice one fantastic feature immediately.  The home has been well cared for, and it shines.  The carpet is clean, the hardwoods are rich, the paint is neutral with your tastes in mind, and the ceilings soar.  This is the traditional home with the open floor plan you’ve been looking for, perfect for all styles of living.  You will find a two story foyer opening to a separate formal living room balanced by a formal dining room large enough for the biggest of dinner parties and complete with a beautiful trey ceiling and detailed wainscoting.  The kitchen is updated and home to a shiny new stainless range and overhead hood as well as desirable and durable granite countertops.  The kitchen’s breakfast area is a popular spot highlighted by a large bay window and a built-in granite countertop desk perfect for homework or checking email.  The main living room is a grand retreat with a marble surround fireplace and abounding space filled with natural light from the wall of windows lining the back of the home.  The back stairs make for more square footage on the first floor.  The second story is home to two secondary bedrooms in addition to the master suite.  The master bedroom is oversized featuring two large walk-in closets and trey ceiling.  The master bathroom makes for a spa-like morning every morning with marble floors, a separate shower, jetted tub, water closet, and double vanities.  The two additional bedrooms are spacious and share a large bathroom with double vanities.  The fully fenced rear courtyard is private and professionally landscaped with great space for outdoor enjoyment or entertaining. 

The neighbors are gracious and friendly, and the HOA is positively active.  The location is convenient and desirable, and this home is move in ready and waiting for you! 

Are you considering an Atlanta relocation?  Are you a first time Atlanta home buyer?  This home might just be the PERFECT fit for you!  Call The Peters Company to see this home today – 770-634-2782!

What a pleasure to work with Katy and Dan over the past several months!  It all begin when a friend (Thanks, Scott) referred Katy and Dan our way.  Andy met with them, listed their home in the Laurel Hills neighborhood of Decatur, and sold it a couple of months later.  Click here to see their past home. 

When it came to looking for a new home, Katy and Dan were fun for us!  They had a vision.  While many home buyers want a move in ready home, Dan and Katy didn’t mind work.  They wanted a home that they could make their very own.  And, lucky for Katy – Dan is HANDY!  Katy and Dan loved living in Decatur so much in their past Laurel Hills home - they decided to stay.   They purchased a fantastic Decatur estate in the Druid Hills neighborhood.  An added bonus for Katy and Dan - The home is 1.2 miles from Brickstore Pub, 0.9 miles to Taqueria del Sol, and a nice walk to Downtown Decatur. 

Andy and I are anxiously awaiting the tour when they put their plans into action.  This Decatur ranch has fantastic curb appeal, an elongated kitchen with an eat-in area, 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a large screened in porch, AND a FULL basement that is partially finished with a living space, kitchenette, bedroom and bath.  Best part yet:  Katy and Dan plan to rent out the basement apartment for a little extra revenue. 

If I must say so myself, Andy did an EXCELLENT job negotiating a great price on this Druid Hills home – the 2nd lowest priced sold home in the past 12 months.  Our buyers, Katy and Dan, are thrilled!  And, the sellers are pleased that their late mother’s home is in good hands.  A win-win!

If you are looking for an agent that can negotiate an excellent value, look no further.  You are in good company with The Peters Company.  770-634-2782.

Welcome to 2010!  This is our first listing of the New Year to hit the market!  And, it’s a great one!  There is a reason our listings don’t last.  From marketing to pricing to staging, we know how to get homes sold in the least amount of time for the most amount of money. Run, don’t walk!  It’s sure to go fast… 

Modern Day Luxury Renovated to Original Craftsman Charm

Old is new again. Originally built in 1930, this immaculate renovation reminds us of a much simpler Decatur. The custom paint and trim fit perfectly and help restore the home to original cottage charm. But don’t let this little trip down memory lane fool you!  This Decatur home, nestled in historic Decatur Heights, is equipped with everything and more that you’d expect from a brand new home, at a fraction of the price.  Within easy walking distance of downtown Decatur, all your favorite hot spots are at your back door.  Also, since you have easy access to Ponce de Leon, the main thoroughfares and public transportation are convenient.  The fenced corner lot provides great privacy and enhances the overall function and curb appeal of the home, and you are districted for the desirable Winnona Park Elementary School within the City Schools of Decatur cluster.

An open floorplan in a 70 year old house? Absolutely! You will love the natural light, flow and openness created in the main living room, dining room, and gourmet kitchen running the length of the home. The rich original hardwood floors and warm custom paint finishes tie everything together. The original fireplace has been brought back to life with modern day gas logs. The tiled kitchen features the granite countertops and counter space you have been looking for with a complimenting tile backsplash and extra outlets for convenience. In addition, the custom cabinets are painted to accent and give the kitchen an ultra updated appeal. The home includes three separate bedrooms along with two separate bathrooms. The updated motif is continued in the baths. No more perfect example than the crisp and clean master bathroom including tasteful tile and an oversized master shower complete with two shower heads. The guest bath includes modern designer light and bath fixtures and includes a classically unique antique slipper tub.

If you’re considering a Decatur relocation or an Atlanta relocation, this may just be the home for you!  What a perfect commute to Emory, Agnes Scott, Decatur Square, CDC, Downtown Atlanta, Midtown Atlanta, Buckhead, or Brookhaven.  This home is also nearby entertainment, shopping, and restaurant destinations such as DeKalb Farmer’s Market, Eddie’s Attic, Watershed Restaurant, Brick Store Pub, Wahoo! A Decatur Grill, and Fernbank.

Your home is waiting. Time is not on your side. This beautifully updated charmer will not last long, and once you see it, you will understand why.  Click on the flyer below for the full PDF image.

Brookhaven, a busy intown Atlanta community, is nestled between Buckhead and Sandy Springs.  Peachtree Road separates east and west Brookhaven.  The westside of Brookhaven is well known for historic homes in the neighborhood that bears the community’s name and the classically popular Capital City Club.   The new Sembler Town Brookhaven development will bring even more modern day convenience to the area including commercial, retail, and restaurants.  The eastside of Brookhaven is filled with blossoming neighborhoods such as Ashford Park, Drew Valley, Brookhaven Fields, Brookhaven Gardens, Brookhaven Heights, Fernwood Park, and Hillsdale to name a few.  New developments along Dresden Drive like Village Place at Brookhaven on the eastside have furthered property values and the desirability of the area.

Click Here for an Easy One Click Brookhaven (30319) Foreclosure and Short Sale Search.

Foreclosures are affecting every market, even the high flying community of Brookhaven.  The above link is updated daily for all active listings in the 30319 zip code 0f Brookhaven so make sure you bookmark this page for easy access and reference. 

Andy and Lesley Peters with The Peters Company at Keller Williams Realty Peachtree Road are well versed in Atlanta Brookhaven real estate.  In fact, we live in Brookhaven ourselves!  We represent both buyers and sellers, and we are intimately familiar with the Brookhaven short sale and foreclosure market. For more information about The Peters Company, visit our website at www.thepeterscompany.com. You’ll also find us on Kudzu.com under “The Peters Company” where we have received well over 40 5-star reviews and are ranked as one of Atlanta’s highest rated real estate teams. Give us a call today at 770-634-2782. We look forward to working with you and helping you take advantage of today’s market!

The Peters Company just listed this beautifully renovated 3bed/2bath classic in historic Decatur. It’s located in the Clairemont-Great Lakes neighborhood and incredibly convenient to Emory Hospital, DeKalb Medical Hospital, and CDC.  The home has been renovated and updated front to back, side to side, and a recent addition makes for an expanded kitchen and an oversized master suite.  The home sits back tucked away from the road, and the lot is large and deep with a deck overlooking the private fenced in yard.  You must see this home. You’re going to love it, and it won’t last long!  We are well versed in the Decatur home sale market, and we have helped many buyers in Decatur as well.  To see this listing, please contact Andy at 770.634.2782 or andy@thepeterscompany.com for an easy appointment.

We are blessed to intimately know many diverse areas of Atlanta, including inside the perimeter from Downtown north and the outer arc of DeKalb, North Fulton, and Gwinnett Counties. There is perhaps no market we know better than the Buckhead/Brookhaven market. Lesley and I have been fortunate to help buyers and sellers here for years. We have fortunately seen the rise, and unfortunately we have seen the fall. Isn’t that the case everywhere, and won’t it always be the case? The answer is certainly yes, and while the popularity of intown Atlanta’s Brookhaven sustained and sheltered property values for an extended amount of time, it has, like all the other areas, given way to the market. Having shown property in Brookhaven quite a bit recently, there are areas which were historically high flyers that are now prime for the picking for the first time homebuyer again. Ashford Park, the babydoll on the eastside of Brookhaven, has some unbelievable deals right now. As of today, there are 100 active listings in Ashford Park, and I don’t think I’m going out on a limb here by saying that you can get what you want for the price you want. New construction infill became “the way” of the neighborhood several years ago, and now that the market has softened there are some amazing new homes available at a mere fraction of their original list prices. Drew Valley, which is the across the street neighbor to Ashford Park, has even better values. For years Brookhaven home values grew in double digits to the point that prices really grew out of the first time homebuyer’s wheelhouse price range. With values being down 10% or more over last year, the first time homebuyer is coming back to the area! Personally, I think that’s a great thing. The first time homebuyer brings a lot of energy into the community. They renovate houses. They spend money. They make the area better. What goes up must come down, and that has been the case with the real estate market time and time again, but buying real estate in desirable areas like Brookhaven never goes out of style.

First time homebuyers, you already know this, but I would be remiss if I didn’t mention it time and time again. The goverment is giving away $8,000 in tax credit through December 1st of this year. There are special stipulations so contact us for details. In addition, these are the lowest interst rates on record in over 30 years, and a glut of inventory gives you the pick of the litter. Smart buying decisions right now will translate into money in your pocket in the future. For more information on the Buckhead/Brookhaven area or if we can help you in any of the other areas of Atlanta, please contact us via email at andy@thepeterscompany.com or via the “contact us” page on our website. We would love to help you maximize your opportunity in this market.

photo courtesy of BrookhavenGardens.com

Brookhaven Gardens is a small residential neighborhood in the incredibly popular and fast growing Brookhaven community of DeKalb County in intown Atlanta.  The neighborhood, originally constructed in the late 1990′s, is home to a variety of floorplans and size homes.  You will find the small neighborhood tucked away within the larger Brookhaven Fields community and adjacent to the even larger Drew Valley community. 

Highlights of the neighborhood include an active Homeowners Association, which acts indepently and also participates within the larger Brookhaven Fields Civic Association.  Each year in the fall, Brookhaven Gardens organizes a block party filled with great food courtesy of the neighbors, karaoke machines, pony rides, visits from the local police and fire departments giving tours of police cars and fire engines, football on TV, and other surprises.  In addition, Brookhaven Gardens participates in the annual Brookhaven Fields Yard Sale, an event that grows every year and one that you should give serious consideration to attending if you have never seen it.  It’s the largest organized yard sale I’ve ever seen in Atlanta.

Perhaps one of Brookhaven Gardens’ best features is also the area’s best kept secret, a small fountain filled pond, home to at least 10 beautiful and friendly ducks.  Neighbors sometimes pause for a humorous duck crossing in the street, and many are found feeding the neighborhood “pets” from their waterside decks.  The community is built around the pond, and a waterfront gazebo is a welcoming spot for visitors to feed the ducks or enjoy the sounds of the fountain.

The quiet community is a refreshing suburban setting within 1 mile of the hustle and bustle of Buckhead.  The homes within Brookhaven Gardens are still considered an exceptional value given their size.  When compared to new construction in the area, an objective buyer will quickly see that these spacious homes, priced in the $500,000+ range, are undervalued.  My wife and I lived within half of a mile of this neighborhood in Ashford Park for many years, and we never even knew Brookhaven Gardens existed until we began looking for larger affordable housing in the area.  We love Brookhaven, and we were willing to sacrifice space in order to stay in the area.  Thanks to this neighborhood, we didn’t have to do that.  We moved into Brookhaven Gardens almost 2 years ago, and our home is much bigger than we thought we would find.  We have thoroughly enjoyed our time here, and the location is to die for.  Nowadays, I’m surprised the word is not out about this great neighborhood.  Of course, the homeowners of Brookhaven Gardens would just assume you not know about their little secret.  That’s what makes it special.

Lesley and I would like to congratulate Lynn on the sale of her home, which closed today (Tuesday October 14th).  Lynn is more than a client.  She’s a friend and a neighbor in Brookhaven Gardens.  We’re so sad to see her go, but we are happy for her and her move to sunny California.  Before moving out Lynn had an estate sale, which we advertised on the blog earlier, and someone asked her if she had miracle workers selling her house.  I don’t know about miracle workers, but we have certainly provided our clients with information and processes that get results.  If we can help you with anything relating to real estate, give us a call or shoot us an email.  We’d love to help you. – Andy

Are we reaching the bottom?  Everyone wants to know.  You typically don’t know you’ve reached a bottom until things are heading north again.  Well, the good news in DeKalb County is just that.  Year over year home sales in the month of July pushed into positive territory again, and in August pending sales were up 43% over last August. 

DeKalb County is home for us, and we could help make it home for you.  With great areas like Brookhaven, Decatur, Dunwoody, Stone Mountain, and up and comers like Chamblee and Doraville, DeKalb County is well positioned and a great place to call home.

Sembler creates restaurant, retail ‘village’

Atlanta Business Chronicle – by Rachael Tobin Ramos Staff Writer 

Jeff Fuqua, president of retail developer The Sembler Co., is about to bring urban cuisine to the semi-suburban enclave north of Lenox Square.

For the mixed-use project that has been named Town: Brookhaven, Fuqua hopes to create a Virginia-Highland “north,” he said.

He’s lured nearly a dozen local restaurant concepts to his Brookhaven development, including Ray’s on the River, Nuevo Laredo Cantina, Atkins Park Tavern, Rolling Bones Premium Pit BBQ, San Francisco Coffee Roasting Co., The Real Chow Baby: New American Stir Fry, Genki Noodles and Sushi, Sogno Gelato, Raving Brands’ The Flying Biscuit Café and Moe’s Southwest Grill and Mirko Pasta, from a co-owner of the Figo pasta chain.

“I made the decision about 10 months ago not to align ourselves with national tenants,” said Fuqua. He’s also looking for 10 local fashion retailers, such as Bill Hallman.

The 600,000-square-foot, $500 million project in Brookhaven has been changing in response to the neighbors, said Fuqua. The site is on Peachtree Road, adjacent to Oglethorpe University.

Neighbors urged him to shelve plans for a high-rise, and to consider the local restaurant angle, he said, which he has done.

Brookhaven, a wealthy enclave north of Buckhead, for years had little more than a now-closed Jocks & Jills Sports Grill to satisfy the area’s hungry families, empty nesters and 2,000 Oglethorpe University students.

“There were no local, chef-driven restaurants,” said Fuqua.

Recently, the Jocks & Jills became Hudson Grille by Metrotainment Cafes, and several restaurants, including Valenza, have opened on Dresden Drive.

With construction of Town: Brookhaven, nearly 90,000 square feet of restaurants will change the culinary scene.