Newtown Park is located in Johns Creek, Georgia and it is one of the most popular parks in North Fulton county, in part, because it has its own dog park. It’s also a popular athletic site for kids in the Johns Creek and Alpharetta area. At any given time, the 46 acre Newtown Park may offer soccer, flag football, lacrosse, t-ball, baseball, softball, or tennis. Newtown Park also offers programs for children with special needs. The park is supported by the Newtown Park Community Foundation, a non-profit organization, and recreational and athletic activities are managed by Newtown Recreation, also a non-profit organization.
Some of the many amenities at Newtown Park include:
· A children’s play area
· 6 Hard tennis courts
· 2 Multi-purpose athletic fields
· 2 Outdoor basketball courts
· The Newtown Dog Park
· A pond
· 2 Baseball fields
· A walking and jogging trail
· Public restrooms
· Several picnic pavilions
· A community house
· Historic school building
The Newtown Dog Park is very popular amongst local dog owners. It is located inside Newtown Park. The area, which his about half an acre in size, is fenced in and features two separate areas for small dogs and larger dogs. There are benches spread throughout the Dog Park for doggie parents to rest while their “kids” are playing. There is also a dog water drinking station. Waste bags are provided.
Newtown Park is the perfect place for your family. Whether you have a child with special needs, a child who is into sports, or just a fury child who needs to spend time at the dog park, Newtown Park is a great place for you. It is located at 3150 Old Alabama Road in Johns Creek, right across from the Johns Creek Fire Station. View homes for sale in Johns Creek neighborhoods near Newtown Park.
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Noonday Park is located at 489 Hawkins Store Road in Kennesaw Georgia. The large park offers a little bit of something for everyone in North and East Cobb County. View homes for sale in Kennesaw neighborhoods near Noonday Park.
Amenities at Noonday Park include:
· 12 Soccer fields
· 2 Soccer practice fields
· 2 Football fields / soccer fields
· 1 Playground
· 1 Bicycle motocross or BMX track
· 2 Concessions Stands
· 1 Meeting Room
· 1 Picnic pavilion
The BMX track at Noonday Park is one of the park’s most unique features. It is one of two in Cobb County (the other is in Wild Horse Creek Park in nearby Powder Springs, Georgia), and youth BMX is organized by Cobb County BMX, a volunteer organization. To race at either track, you must join the American Bicycle Association (ABA), because Cobb County BMX is sanctioned under ABA. Cobb County BMX has been going strong for over 20 years!
Soccer is the other big sport at Noonday Park. The park host both youth and adult soccer leagues. Youth soccer is offered in both the spring and fall months through several volunteer organizations throughout Cobb County. Men’s, women’s, and co-ed soccer teams are also offered through volunteer associations.
In addition to soccer and BMX, Blackwell Bears youth football and cheerleading is offered at Noonday Park for kids ages five to twelve. The picnic pavilion at Noonday Park is available for free t anyone who would like to use it for a party, reunion, or other fun event. There is no need to make reservations.
Just like the homes, shopping, and businesses of East Cobb County, there is something for families and people of all ages to do at Noonday Park.
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North Park is located at 13450 Cogburn Road in Milton, Georgia. It serves Milton, Alpharetta, Roswell, Johns Creek, and other cities in North Fulton County. North Park has something for everyone. View homes for sale in Alpharetta neighborhoods near North Park.
Amenities at North Park in Alpharetta include:
• Lighted tennis courts
• 1 Football field
• 1 Multi-purpose field
• 8 Lighted softball fields
• 2 Picnic pavilions, which are available for use for parties, picnics, and other celebrations
• 2 Children’s playgrounds
• 1 Adult Activity Center
• 1 Arts Building
• 1 Walking Trail
North Park is also home to the North Metro Miracle League. The North Metro Miracle League allows children and adults with disabilities to play inclusive, adapted versions of sports and other social activities offered at North Park. The North Metro Miracle League formed in 2002; today, it has 22 baseball teams, a wheelchair accessible playground, a 40 x 60 picnic pavilion, a multi-purpose family center, and an adapted sports complex, which features a barrier free sports field. The family center has restrooms, concession areas, meeting and office space, a privacy suite, and a combination restroom / first aid area. All of this can be found inside North Park.
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Ocee Park is located in Johns Creek, Georgia, and it serves the families of Johns Creek, Alpharetta, and other North Fulton County cities. There is so much to do at the 37-acre park, no matter how old you are or what your favorite outdoor activity is.
Some of the amenities at Ocee Park include:
· 1 Children’s play area
· 2 Hard tennis courts
· 1 T-ball field for little ball players
· 7 fields for the youth baseball and softball leagues
· Batting cages to accompany the baseball and softball fields
· 2 Outdoor basketball courts
· 2 Sand volley ball courts
· 1 Trail for walking and jogging
· Public restrooms
· Several picnic pavilions
Ocee Park is great for families in the Johns Creek area because it offers many ways for you to have fun or get in shape. Whether you want to take a walk on the trails with your entire family, play a pick-up game of basketball or tennis, or sign your kids up for the Ocee Park youth baseball and softball programs, there is truly something for everyone.
The Ocee Park Athletic Association has been sponsoring youth baseball and softball since 1993. Both boys and girls, ages five to sixteen, are able to take part in the league and today, over 1,100 families with 1,700 participating children belong to the Athletic Association. Both the softball and baseball teams play in the spring and fall, and both have access to online coaching videos which can help improve their game. The Ocee Park Athletic Association is a charter member of the Babe Ruth league and both teams play under Babe Ruth League guidelines.
Ocee Park in Johns Creek is located at 10900 Buice Road (off Kimball Bridge Road). View homes for sale in Johns Creek neighborhoods near Ocee Park.
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There are several aspects to consider when it comes to pools and home values. You may be thinking of adding a pool to your existing home or you may be in the market for a home, and wondering if you should consider purchasing one with a pool. With either of these scenarios, you’re probably getting a wide range of opinions from your friends, co-workers and maybe even a Realtor.
There’s a perpetuating myth in the real estate world that pools do not add value to a home. Here’s a fact:
According to the National Association of Realtors statistics, pools can add 5-11% in value to a home! The variations come regionally (areas that have longer periods where a pool can be used, tend to see a higher return) and by the type of pool you put in (water features, like a water fall, will add more value).
So why do you frequently hear, “don’t buy a home with a pool” or it’s a waste of money to add a pool to your home?” I believe that it started many years ago when pools required a lot more maintenance than they do today and the construction was such that you had to make frequent and often expensive repairs. With todays advanced design, pool ownership is much more pleasant, requiring less time and upkeep, and therefore has gained in popularity.
We’ve found that there is a larger pool of Buyers looking for a home with a pool in today’s market versus many years ago. Demand goes up, prices will follow. While it’s true that having a pool eliminates many Buyers who don’t want a pool, those Buyers who are in the market, have a limited supply and (typically) will be willing to pay more for a home that already has the pool they want. So we’ve found that we can usually sell a home with a pool faster and recoup some (usually not all) of the owners investment for a well-designed pool.
I don’t recommend you add a pool if you’re only considering resale value. While it’s possible, it’s unlikely that you will gain back more than what you put in. But think of the enjoyment that you and your family will have and the time you’ll spend gathered around the pool. We’ve found that especially with teenagers, a pool can be the attraction families are looking for to keep the kids gathered at your home instead of somewhere else where you can’t see what they’re up to. You’ll likely have more time to provide influence with your children and their friends. What price is that worth to you?
I am a founding member of Keller Williams Realty Consultants in Roswell and service N. Fulton County--Roswell, Alpharetta, Milton, Dunwoody and Sandy Springs as well as East Cobb and Woodstock
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