About Decatur's Oakhurst

The 11th Annual Oakhurst Arts & Music Festival is just around the corner!

On Saturday, October 11th the Oakhurst festival will kick off with the Oakhurst Fun Run and then the festival will take place in the center of the Oakhurst community in Harmony Park (at the intersection of Oakview & East Lake Drive).

The Festival seems to get bigger and better each year. There will be a parade, 50+ local artists, a community information area with local non-profit groups, an activty area for the kids, and live music -- Eight different groups are scheduled to play throughout the day.

The festival starts at 10 am on Saturday and ends at 7 pm. After that, be sure to head over for some great food and beverages at one of Oakhurst's many restaurants, such as the Universal Joint, Mojos, Kavarna, Palate and more.

....HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!!

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO SIGN UP FOR THE FUN RUN, please go to:

http://oakhurstartsandmusicfestival.com/index.php

Thinking of moving to this fantastic intown Atlanta neighborhood? Please stop by my website to view all of the homes for sale in Oakhurst, get market data and learn a bit more about our real estate services.

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Questions? Call your Oakhurst Decatur real estate expert,

Kerry Lucasse, at 404.432.1844.

I would be honored to help you find or sell your Oakhurst home!

Oakhurst - Decatur Real Estate

Formerly one of Decatur's best-kept secrets, Oakhurst's active neighborhood association now brings in thousands of people each year for the many festivals and events, such as the Jazz Nights at Scottish Rite, the Wine Tasting Festival, and the annual Oakhurst Arts Festival.

The hub of Oakhurst is called "Oakhurst Village," which showcases some of the finest in local restaurants and shops in Intown Atlanta, such as the Universal Joint (U-Joint), The Matador, Mojo Pizza and the new Kavarna coffee & wine bar. Other amenities that simply add to the "neighborhood" package include the Oakhurst Dog Park, McKoy park, Oakhurst Community Garden, as well as the historic Scottish Rite Hospital which is now home to The Seen Art Gallery, Palate Wine & Desert Bar, and a new fitness center (coming soon).

OAKHURST HOMES FOR SALE

The home styles range from Craftsman bungalows to the "four-square" homes of the early 1900s, many designed by Lila Ross Wilburn, an architect and graduate of Agnes Scott College. If you are looking for a solid real estate investment, Oakhurst should be at the top of your list. Property values are always on the rise, as people gravitate to the small-town atmosphere, parks, restaurants, and some of the finest elementary schools you'll find in Metro Atlanta.

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If you'd like to see homes for sale in the neighborhoods surrounding Oakhurst -- such as Candler Park, Kirkwood, Druid Hills, East Lake, and Winnona Park, please visit:

http://www.ATLhomesearch.com/neighborhoods.html

Oakhurst - Decatur Real Estate

You hear the horror stories on the evening news. What is really happening in your neighborhood? First of all, the Oakhurst market data for 2007 was VERY promising. Homes on average were only on the market for 69 days, up just slightly from 59 days in 2006.

Oakhurst home values -- comparing 2006 vs 2007

Average Sale Price in 2006 = $313,096

Average Sale Price in 2007 = $376,777 (up 17%)

The 17% increase is partially due to the new construction homes in Oakhurst, which command a price of $550,000 to $900,000. To give you a better picture, let's compare the sales of the typical 3 bedroom / 2 bath home:

Average Sale Price of a 3 bed / 2 bath in 2006 = $302,994

Average Sale Price of a 3 bed / 2 bath in 2007 = $345,478 (up 12.2%)

In 2008, Oakhurst is also off to a great start:

# of Homes on the Market = 55 (range in price $180k - $789K)

# of Homes Under Contract = 9

# of Homes Sold = 4 (average price of $318,250)

If you would like to see all of the available homes for sale in Oakhurst, please visit:

www.inOAKHURSTga.com

To search for real estate by Intown Atlanta Neighborhoods, go to:

www.ATLhomesearch.com/neighborhoods.html

I live and work in Oakhurst and would be happy to answer any questions you may have about the neighborhood. Call me anytime at 404.432.1844.

Thank you!

REALTOR, Keller Williams

This is my favorite Oakhurst - Decatur event of the year. All of the local Oakhust businesses usually participate, so it is always an adventure to sip some wine at the auto repair center... or the laudromat! The FUR BUS is also available to take you to the shops on College Ave.

The event does sell out each year, so be sure to buy your tickets ahead of time. Here are all the details from the Oakhurst web site...

"On February 23 from 4 pm to 7 pm, sample wines from around the world as selected by two local Oakhurst residents. Attendees will visit all participating local Oakhurst businesses each featuring a different wine selection to taste.

Tickets will go on-sale on Saturday, January 26th at local Oakhurst businesses for a cost of $20 per ticket. Business locations pre-selling tickets include:

* Steinbeck's
* Universal Joint (U-Joint)
* Kavarna Café
* Tajma-Hound

Tickets will be available at the door the day of the event for a cost of $25 per tickets. Cash Only.

The Wine Crawl is one of numerous events the Oakhurst Neighbor Association and the business of Oakhurst partner together on to enhance our community. Proceeds from the event will used to support volunteer efforts in the community including MLK Volunteer Day, needs for senior citizens and materials for our local schools."

If you are considering a move to Oakhurst, this is a FANTASTIC way to get a true feel for the neighborhood, the local businesses and of course, the local residents.

To view all available homes in Oakhurst, please visit: www.inOAKHURSTga.com

...Hope to see you on FEBRUARY 23rd!