Atlantic Station
Atlantic Station is a revolutionary new mixed used development in Midtown Atlanta. Built on the former site of the Atlantic Steel Mill, the community is comprised of three distinct areas along 17th Street between the Downtown Connector and Northside Drive. They are known (from east to west) as The District, The Commons, and The Village.
The District
The District is where most of Atlantic Station's retail and office space is located. Opened on October 21, 2005, it is set up in the style of an outdoor mall, with many choices of shopping, dining, and a 16-screen Regal movie theater. Above the retail levels is an additional two to three stories of condominiums known as ATLofts. The District is actually above two stories of a7,300 space parking garage.
The southwest corner of The District is home to the 26-story, 336-foot TWELVE Hotel and Residences Atlantic Station, which was completed in December, 2005. In addition, townhomes constructed by Beazer Homes in 2004 line 16th Street one block south of The District.
The Commons
The Commons is home to many low-rise condominiums, apartments, townhomes, and a large man-made pond that is actually located within the median of 17th Street.
Residences include:
The Village
The Village is located on the westernmost portion of Atlantic Station and comprises an IKEA store that opened on June 29, 2005, and private student housing known as The Flats.
The 138-acre Atlantic Station in Atlanta, GA places residences, office towers and retail establishments within walking distance of each other in an environmentally-friendly setting.
Atlantic Station offers residences geared to a range of income levels. Available housing includes apartments, condos, single-family dwellings, townhouses and duplexes. Animal-lovers will appreciate Atlantic Station in Atlanta's pet park with fire hydrants. Cyclists may enjoy the bicycle lanes lining 17th Street and the 17th Street Bridge, known for its bright yellow color. On those occasions when it's necessary to venture beyond the grounds of Atlantic Station in Atlanta, GA, travelers may catch a free shuttle to the MARTA Arts Center station nearby.
Atlanta Real Estate
With unique communities like Atlantic Station and Buckhead, the world class city of Atlanta Georgia has become a model of smart urban development and living.
Homes in Atlanta
Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the most populous city in the state. Between 2000 and 2006, the Atlanta metropolitan area grew 20.5%, the highest percentage amongst the top-ten US metro areas. Atlanta's skyline is punctuated with high rise and midrise buildings of modern and postmodern vintage. Its tallest landmark, the Bank of America Plaza, stands at 1,023 feet. The Plaza is the tallest building in the United States outside of Chicago and New York City.
The city is comprised of three main districts, Downtown, Midtown and Buckhead. There are a number of fortune 500 companies with headquaters here including Coca-cola, Home Depot and UPS. Major employers also include Delta Airlines.
Relocating to Atlanta GA? Contact me! To help you make the most informed choices, I'll provide you with a detailed neighborhood report related to any Atlanta homes that interest you.
Woodstock Georgia Community Info
Over a century old, Woodstock has some great historical buildings and stories to tell. One of the county's oldest towns, Woodstock's brick sidewalks and Georgian Colonial architecture will charm you, but make no mistake - this is a city with an eye to the future.
Fast Facts About Woodstock GA Real Estate
Woodstock is Cherokee County's fastest growing city
Located in Cherokee County, the city of Woodstock just 25 miles north of Atlanta. With easy access to 575 and highway 92, Woodstock real estate also offers great access, a factor that's contributed to its growing popularity with homeowners over the past 10 years. Woodstock has great restaurants, movie theaters and night life. Several new shopping and residential projects are currently under development in Woodstock and the growth shows no signs of slowing down.
Relocating to Woodstock? Contact me! To help you make the most informed choices, I'll provide you with a detailed neighborhood report related to any Woodstock homes that interest you. Families can also visit my Cherokee County Schools page to learn about educational choices in Woodstock GA.
East Cobb Schools
East Cobb has established itself in the Atlanta region as a place well sought-after for its family-friendly environment. Many people who have been relocated out of East Cobb will move back, unable to find another city which meets their family's needs as well.
East Cobb schools are consistently rated in the top of the Standardized testing results in the state of Georgia. Cobb School District, which is the second largest in Georgia, and has 15,000 employees in 120 facilities, is the largest employer in Cobb County. The neighborhoods surrounding Lassiter High, Allen C. Pope High and Walton High are extremely popular. All three high schools are rated a 10 out of 10 at Great Schools.net.
The Marietta City School District is also a desired aspect of the East Cobb part of Marietta, and one of the school systems of choice for families relocating to East Cobb. East Cobb shares the district with Marietta. Marietta City Schools are governed by their own school board serving approximately 8,000 students. The city's 12 schools are known for their high level of academic success and count four Georgia Schools of Excellence and one National School of Excellence among their ranks. The Marietta City school nutrition program is another source of pride, collecting numerous awards and accolades including the 2007 LISN Award. Marietta schools have also been singled out for their success at narrowing achievement gaps between various student populations. Teachers in the system are getting tech savvy with a program that gives them each a laptop when they're hired. Many parents are also attracted to the low student-to-teacher ratio, which rests at just 18 to 1.
Additionally, Newsweek named Marietta High School as one of the best high schools in the nation for the second year in a row - placing it among the top 5% of all high schools in America in both 2006 and 2007.
East Cobb Higher Education
Students will find plenty of local opportunities in higher education in East Cobb:
· Kennesaw State University is the third largest state university in the entire state of Georgia. The school has over 60 Graduate and Masters Degree programs for the more then 20,000 students attending Kennesaw each year.
· Chattahoochee Technical College offers one of the first diploma and Associates Degree in Homeland Security and has recently added more classes and other Degrees to be added such as' Emergency Management and Fire Science. These graduating students will not only be searching out jobs in the federal level but every major corporation, hospital, and airport will be searching out employees excelling in this aspect of our ever-changing world. The school as a whole has a 96% job placement success with over 6,000 students annually.
• Southern Polytechnic State University was founded in 1948 and located in Marietta is just twenty minutes from downtown Atlanta. This is the only college in Georgia to offer Bachelors' of Architecture Degree and the only college nationwide to offer a Degree in Mapping and Surveying.
Plenty of parks and green space, a low crime rate, cultural programs, golf courses and attractive modern neighborhoods are all part of what makes Kennesaw a great place for families to live.
Just 20 miles northwest of Atlanta, with major shopping centers and quick access to I-75, Kennesaw is well-located and convenient. Ammenities include Kennesaw State University, a full degreee granting institution sought after for its programs in nursing, business and education.
Community minded, Kennesaw often throws a good party during the summer, entertaining citizens with outdoor concerts, movies, living history programs and outdoor markets. Downtown Kennesaw is filled with antique stores, specialty shops and restaurants.
Founded in the 1830s when the railway came through Cobb County, Kennesaw has a rich history. Greek revival, neoclassical, and Georgian Colonial style homes all bear witness to times past. Attractions in Kennesaw include:
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