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Atlanta Included Among Top 10 Cities For Young Adults

October 6, 2011 by Thom Abbott

Ok. You’ve toiled and troubled and now you’ve got that college degree. No more checks from Mom and Dad….this is the REAL world now. So, you want to go where they is a job of course, but you still want to enjoy life, right? After all you are in your 20’s and have the world in front of you.

Well, then take a look at the recently released list of Top Ten Cities For Young Adults from Kiplinger.com. How does such a list come about and what was considered? Theylooked for cities with high starting salaries for college grads (sweet!), using data from Payscale.com.; a cost-of-living score near or below 100, the national average, and affordable monthly rents. And perhaps the most important to the 20-somethings….cities where the percentage of residents ages 20 to 29 is near or above the average of 13.8%.

And the Top 10 Cities For Young Adults are….

Cincinnati, Ohio
Seattle, Washington
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Washington, D.C.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Chicago, Illinois
Madison, Wisconsin
Atlanta, Georgia
New York City

Ok, Ok…I hear you already saying Chicago, NYC and D.C.? You must be kidding. (I kinda thought the same thing to be honest!) But I think you always need to look at survey’s like this and realize they are taking lots of averages of things to come up with their numbers.

InTown Atlanta Night Life Take Atlanta as an example….they list the average monthly rent at $897. I’m here to tell you that you won’t be paying that in Midtown Atlanta for rent! Now, if you are willing to head OTP (Outside The Perimeter) your chances will greatly improve on that number.

But the importat point here is this…Atlanta got ranked with some pretty rockin’ cities, don’t you think? And while I am NOT a 20-something, I can tell you that Atlanta has some fun place to hang out, like Midtown Atlanta, Little Five Points and Virginia Highlands. I pretty happy to be part of the Top 10 Cities For Young Adults!

So, if you just graduated from school, and you are looking for a cool place to hang your hat….welcome to ATL! Give me a call, we’ll check out some neighborhoods and get you settled in a great rental, or if you really want to plant some roots, I can show you some great deals on condo living in Midtown, Midtown West, Buckhead and beyond!

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More Parents Buying Apartments for Their Children

June 20, 2011 by Thom Abbott

I’ve already worked with several parents of GATech students that have done this very thing! It’s an awesome way to make a real estate investment (especially with prices down where they are now) and either have an asset to sell in the future, or perhaps turn it into a weekend city getaway retreat after the kid(s) have left college.

Check out this story from the New York Times….Thom

Real estate brokers say that in the last year, they have seen more parents shopping for apartments for their grown children, hoping to take advantage of low mortgage rates and apartment prices that are still about 20 percent down from the market’s peak.

“I got a digital watch for graduation,” said Barry Silverman, an executive vice president of Halstead Property, “but I’ve worked with families where the children are getting an apartment.”

These congratulatory apartments are often studios or small one-bedrooms, but on occasion they are bigger-ticket items, he said, because “the parents see it as a long-term investment and a good place to park their money.”

In many cases, brokers say, the parents do not live in the New York area and view the apartment as a potential pied-à-terre for themselves when the child decides to move on. Some buy it as a straight-out gift, a gesture of profound affection sweetened by the current generous tax exclusion. Others buy it as an investment and retain ownership, and still others acquire it through a family trust for joint ownership.

For the rest of the article that appeared in the New York Times, click on More Parents Buying Apartments For Their Children.

Georgia Tech Condo Housing Viewpoint Midtown

May 21, 2011 by Thom Abbott

As we continue our review of Georgia Tech Condo Housing options for the Georgia Tech student and parents, it’s time to look at the newest building close to the Georgia Tech Campus. A beauty, a class act…and my personal favorite!

Viewpoint Midtown Atlanta arrived on the Midtown Atlanta Condo scene in 2008. Original plans called for a total of THREE residential towers, but those plans have since been scrapped. (This picture gives you and idea of what the plan was!!) Might be a good thing for current and future owners! Of the 378 original homes, there are just a handful of unsold homes remaining! And all of those are one bedroom or one bedroom + den floor plans. If you are looking for a 2 bedroom home, we will be on the search for a resale listing. A Georgia Tech parent looking for Georgia Tech Condo Housing will want to move quickly on this community.

What’s so special about Viewpoint in my opinion? The developer, Novare Group (known for Metropolis, Spire, Twelve Atlantic Station, Twelve Centennial Park, The Atlantic, Realm, Eclipse and Gallery….whew!) just seemed to get the package right here. From the lobby to the amenities to the variety of floor plans and finishes…it all just comes together.

But, the amenities of Viewpoint Midtown Atlanta probably do set it apart. Located on the 11th and 12th Floors of the building, they were creatively designed and separated into 4 distinct areas. The main club room features a pool table, movie theater, catering kitchen with wet bar and ample table and couch seating throughout the space. Enjoy you favorite programs on several big screen TV’s or make your own music with a iPod docking station.

On either side of the tower on the 11th floor are two distinct amenity areas. One is the Zen Garden, complete with beautiful landscaping, a water feature, grilling areas and an outdoor “living room” with flat screen TV and a fireplace. It’s just so cool! I could see this being the perfect outdoor “study hall” with a couple of Georgia Tech classmates! The other side of the 11th floor is the pool. Surrounded by lush plantings and cozy areas with lounge chairs, this is THE way to escape a Hotlanta summer for sure! There is also a wet bar, two huge gas grilling “bars” and ample tables for dining alfresco once you’ve got that steak ready!A perfect place to unwind after a crazy week of classes at Georgia Tech, and a great place to entertain your Georgia Tech parents!

Located on the 12th floor is the state-of-the-art Fitness Center. Work out while watching your own personal TV on the cardio equipment, or take in the Midtown vistas through floor-to-ceiling windows!

Ok, on to the homes! A variety of one and 2 bedroom floor plans offer the Georgia Tech parent or student various living options. If you are looking to have a room mate during your time at Georgia Tech, then a 2 bedroom home would be the best choice. Some of them might require some slight modifications to actually close off one of the bedrooms, but I can help you find a contractor for this task.

Security and safety are a concern for any Georgia Tech parent and student. Viewpoint is a controlled access building, and access is gained by having a key card, which in turn only allows you to gain access to the lobby, your parking floor, your residential floor and the amenities area.

The location of Viewpoint on Peachtree Street, between 6th and 7th Streets is a perfect location for the Georgia tech student. The Technology Square portion of campus is within easy walking distance and the Tech Trolley and Stinger will take you further into the main campus.

If you are a Georgia Tech parent looking for Georgia Tech Condo Housing options, I invite you to look at Viewpoint Midtown Atlanta! I’m sure you will love the building as much as I do!

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855 Peachtree Street #1412, Atlanta, GA

855 Peachtree Street #1412
Atlanta, GA

$310,000
- Lot Size
- Home Size
  
  748 sqft
- Beds
  
  1 Bed
- Baths
  
  1 Bath
855 Peachtree Street NE #1508, Atlanta, GA

855 Peachtree Street NE #1508
Atlanta, GA

$379,900
- Lot Size
- Home Size
  
  803 sqft
- Beds
  
  2 Beds
- Baths
  
  1 Bath
855 Peachtree Street NE #2911, Atlanta, GA

855 Peachtree Street NE #2911
Atlanta, GA

$415,000
- Lot Size
- Home Size
  
  838 sqft
- Beds
  
  2 Beds
- Baths
  
  1 Bath
855 Peachtree Street NE #1308, Atlanta, GA

855 Peachtree Street NE #1308
Atlanta, GA

$365,000
- Lot Size
- Home Size
  
  803 sqft
- Beds
  
  1 Bed
- Baths
  
  1 Bath
855 Peachtree Street NE #1312, Atlanta, GA

855 Peachtree Street NE #1312
Atlanta, GA

$300,000
- Lot Size
- Home Size
  
  748 sqft
- Beds
  
  1 Bed
- Baths
  
  1 Bath
855 Peachtree Street NE #2914, Atlanta, GA

855 Peachtree Street NE #2914
Atlanta, GA

$499,000
- Lot Size
- Home Size
  
  1,000 sqft
- Beds
  
  2 Beds
- Baths
  
  2 Baths
855 Peachtree Street NE #1201, Atlanta, GA

855 Peachtree Street NE #1201
Atlanta, GA

$374,900
- Lot Size
- Home Size
  
  802 sqft
- Beds
  
  1 Bed
- Baths
  
  1 Bath

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Georgia Tech Condo Housing – Metropolis Midtown

May 9, 2011 by Thom Abbott

Our next “look” at off campus housing options for Georgia Tech students and Georgia Tech Condo Housing takes us to Metropolis Midtown. This building could sort of be called “the one that started it all” with regards to what is now high rise living in Midtown Atlanta. A great building, and another excellent choice for parents and students from Georgia Tech who are looking to make a real estate investment while attending school.

Metropolis Midtown Atlanta

This addition to the Midtown Atlanta skyline arrived in 2002. Metropolis Midtown consists of two towers, separate on the 6th Floor by the pool deck and Club Room. There are some 498 homes, ranging from studio’s to one and two bedroom homes. At the time of construction, this was THE new option in Midtown. You wanted new, you bought at Metropolis. The building has numerous studio floor plans and as a real estate investment, you want to look carefully at what type of condominium floor plan you purchase. Both from a usability standpoint, but also from a resale perspective.

While a studio-type floor plan (a home where there are no walls separating living and sleeping areas) might work for an individual, it can be challenging for two people when there is not a clear division of space. But, Metropolis Midtown still offers one and two bedroom floor plans that are great options for Georgia Tech Condo Housing.

The building features the security system that Novare Group became noted for in their follow up buildings, Spire Midtown and Viewpoint Midtown. Controlled access lobbies, elevators and floor access provide parents and students both the comfort of knowing that not just anyone can enter the building. A 24 hour Concierge is available in the lobby to great guests as well as accept packages and dry cleaning for residents.

The Amenities Deck, located on the 6th Floor features a pool, grilling areas and a separate building which has the Club Room and Fitness Center. This particular design did not include a movie theater which you now find in the newer buildings. However, there are several flat screen TV’s in the club room area.

Metropolis Midtown Atlanta retail includes Taco Mac, Jimmy John’s and the UPS Store. Currently there are a couple vacant spaces with the departure of YES Home, and Silk Restaurant.

This map show the location of Metropolis Midtown Atlanta in relation to the Georgia Tech campus…

: Metropolis Midtown and Georgia Tech Campus

Metropolis Midtown Atlanta. A great Georgia Tech Condo Housing option to call home while your student is attending Georgia Tech. And perhaps a future weekend get away for the Georgia Tech Parent once the student(s) has moved on.

If you would like more information about this Midtown Atlanta Condominium community, please contact me!

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Did you miss one of our other posts about Georgia Tech Condo Housing? Here is a current list of posts:

Cornerstone Village

Mid City Lofts

Spire Midtown

Plaza Midtown

Georgia Tech Condo Housing – Spire Midtown Atlanta

May 5, 2011 by Thom Abbott

Looking for a great option for Georgia Tech Condo Housing? Then let me take you to a building near and dear to my heart. I bought a home in Spire in it’s pre-construction sales days when you had to lean against the wall to sign your contract and the building sold out in THREE WEEKS! Wow! I’ve since sold my place, but still love the community feel you get in the building. But, you too would be happy having YOUR Georgia Tech student living in Spire Midtown Atlanta.

Spire Midtown Atlanta was the next “child” of Novare Group after their ever popular Metropolis Midtown. (I’ve yet to review this building…stay tuned!) But, kinda like an automobile design, we learn as we go along. So, Novare improved on Spire with upgraded cabinetry in the kitchen’s and baths, a choice of cabinet colors (but only if you changed floors) and less studio floor plans and more one bedroom plans.

Constructed on the corner of 7th and Peachtree Streets, it certainly has taken its place as a Midtown Mile icon. And the moment you step in the lobby, you will certainly see why. Spire Midtown Atlanta is everything a condominium community should be, yet offers amenities and security that are sure to be important to any parent looking for Georgia Tech Condo Housing.

The lobby is…..striking. You truly like coming home, or welcoming guests here. Not the original color design when built, and in fact has been changed twice to the current design you see here on the right. 24 hour Concierge and Security greet you in the lobby. A secured “second lobby” is controlled access for residents, and the Concierge can send your guests up and control exactly which elevator and floor they are going to. Elevators are also controlled access, and resident can only access their parking level, amenities level and the floor where their home is located.

Spire Midtown Atlanta made quite an impression with their Sky Club on the 7th and 8th Floors. Internet stations, catering kitchen and wet bar, pool table and movie screen room were, and still are quite impressive. The stone and wood accents along with gas log fireplaces make for some inviting conversation areas.

The building is just 5 blocks from Technology Square where students can catch the Tech Trolley or The Stinger for transportation further into the Georgia Tech campus.

Spire Midtown Atlanta offers 18 different floor plans ranging from 678 sq. ft for a studio plan (yes they still did two studio floor plans, to 1,356 for a premium 2 bedroom home overlooking Peachtree Street. This building, I think, will be a timeless addition to Midtown Atlanta, and one you will be proud to call home.

For more information about Spire Midtown Atlanta, or to Search for Spire Midtown Atlanta Homes For Sale, just visit the links. The map below will give you an indication of the location of Spire in relation to the Georgia Tech campus.

If you’d like a personal tour of this exceptional Georgia Tech Condo housing option, please contact me today!

Georgia Tech Condo Housing-Plaza Midtown Condominiums

May 3, 2011 by Thom Abbott

Graduation is just around the corner, and the halls, and streets of Georgia Tech will be a bit quieter for a couple months. Of course, many students continue on through the Summer to either get caught up on classes they have missed, or try to shorten their stay at Georgia Tech. But one thing is pretty constant through all of this…Where Is YOUR Georgia Tech Student going to live?

Georgia Tech Condo Housing

I always make the disclaimer, NO, there are not any condominiums located ON the Georgia Tech campus. But living in a condominium is a great option for a student, and a potential investment for BOTH the parent and the student. I’ve reviewed Cornerstone Village
Condominums, and Mid City Loft Condominiums. Now let’s look at Plaza Midtown.

Plaza Midtown was built in 2006 and is a striking building against the Midtown Atlanta skyline with its twin, oval-shaped glass towers. The community has around 400 homes, ranging in size from 1 bedrooms with 761 sq. ft to 2 bedroom homes with up to 1,512 sq ft. These homes offered minimal options in the kitchen, and you will find the same granite and tiled back splash in the kitchen, but different colored cabinetry, depending on the floor the home is located. With the exception of lower floors, most of the views from the generous balconies are breathtaking. Views range from Downtown, overlooking the pool and the Georgia Tech campus to Midtown and north to Buckhead and Kennesaw Mountain!

I concern I often hear when working with parents who are considering Georgia Tech Condo Housing is safety. Plaza Midtown has considered that in its design and safety features. Parking for residential owners is gated and separate from the retail parking area. Access to the building, whether from the street level or in the parking garage is card -access controlled. Elevators are also controlled access and residents can only access the lobby, amenities level, parking garage and their specific floor. An access code is required to visit another floor in the buildings. There is a 24 hour concierge and security also patrols the retail garage and perimeter of the building.

When considering which Georgia Tech Condo Housing option is right for you or your student, you want to consider the amenities the community offers. They might be something you don’t specifically use now, but long-term they can effect your resale value. Never to fear at Plaza Midtown….the
amenities are awesome. The 6th Floor contains a roof top garden and resort style pool…perhaps one of the largest pools of any Midtown Atlanta condo building! There is a sleek, modern clubhouse that
contains the bar, restrooms, pool table and two “living room” areas complete with gas log fireplaces and flat screen TV’s. A complete fitness center is sure to keep anyone in tip-top shape!

The most unique feature of Plaza Midtown is the Publix Urban Market, located on the street level of the building on Spring Street. This grocery is accessed by residents of both towers by elevator, and you never have to step outside. Great for security AND convenience! Additionally, there are numerous restaurants in the building, including Prickly Pear Taqueria, Marlow’s Tavern, J.Christopher’s, Dressed Salads, and Steel Restaurant! You can dine away and never leave the building!

If you or your student need to travel via Hartsfield Jackson International, the Midtown MARTA station is just across the street from Plaza Midtown!

Looking for a great option for Georgia Tech Condo Housing?

You just might have found it at Plaza Midtown.

Contact me to learn about some of the incredible values you can find in this building in today’s market!

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