The 15th Annual Showcase Home Tour Begins March 10th
February 28, 2011 by lauraeverett
Filed under Events, Homes, Homes from $300,000, Neighborhoods
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Want a sneak peek as to what real estate is like in historic Roswell? Well, the Roswell Women’s Club is providing you with the perfect opportunity during their 15th Annual Showcase Home Tour. The focus of the 2011 tour is Providence, a group of classic brownstone homes in Historic Roswell. The club has selected three homes to be decorated in three distinct styles: modern, contemporary, and elegant casual. Providence is located just off Roswell’s historic Canton Street and within walking distance of the Canton Street shops and restaurants.
With the exciting professional decorating talent of Cantoni, Room and Board, S.N.O.B. Inc. (Slightly North of Buckhead) Design, Sol Interiors, Uptowne Designs, L. Green Studios, LLC Interior Design and Walker & Cross Designs, the 15th annual Showcase Home Tour will delight and inspire all who attend. These beautiful Providence Brownstones by Arie Kohn Architects, P.C. are designed with an appreciation for history and decorated in tune with today’s living styles. Read more
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Wednesday Walks at Barrington Hall
February 26, 2011 by lauraeverett
Filed under Events
Starting next Wednesday, March 2, 2011, Barrington Hall will be hosting Wednesday walks in the garden. These morning strolls begin at 9:30 a.m. and will be held every Wednesday through October. Come and enjoy a guided walk through the beautiful gardens at the historic Barrington Hall, where you will not only learn about the gardens that you are walking through, but also get useful tips for your own garden. The different topics will include heirloom roses, growing herbs, wildflowers and pruning shrubs and trees. While signing up is not required, it is appreciated, so call 770-640-3855 to reserve your spot. Oh, the best part is that these informative walks are free of charge. See you Wednesday!
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Foxhall and the Walk at Heritage are Under New Management
February 24, 2011 by lauraeverett
Filed under Homes, Neighborhoods, Real Estate
Homeside Properties, Inc., an Associa company, recently expanded its already diverse company profile by adding new community associations to its client portfolio, including two in Roswell. One of which is Foxhall, a large neighborhood consisting of 275 single family homes. With such a large capacity, of course the community would feature exceptional amenities including a swimming pool and tennis courts. The other community that is now under the management of Homeside Properties, Inc. is The Walk at Heritage, an intimate enclave of 16 condominium units. The Walk at Heritage is within walking distance to great shopping and homeowners enjoy access to the amenities at The Heritage at Roswell.
As the community management company for these communities, Homeside will perform a variety of different tasks associated with maintaining the order and integrity of the neighborhood as well as the amenities. Read more
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Homestead Exemption Deadline is Fast Approaching
February 23, 2011 by lauraeverett
Filed under Real Estate
One of the easiest ways to save money as a homeowner is to apply for the homestead exemption. Basically, no one enjoys paying taxes and property taxes can reach some pretty high numbers. However, by applying for the homestead exemption, you automatically reduce your property taxes significantly as you are exempt from city operating, city school operating, city parks, state QBE and county operating taxes. It’s simple to apply; all you have to do is visit the Fulton County Board of Assessors and present a valid Georgia photo identification and provide a current copy of your Fulton County vehicle registration. The deadline is April 1, 2011 – so make this a priority on your to do list.
We’d also like to point out that Fulton County has increased the exemption amount from $25,000 to $30,000 for the 2011 tax year. The exemption automatically renews; so, if you are currently receiving the basic homestead exemption, you do not need to reapply unless there is a change of ownership on the property. The increased amount will be granted to homeowners who are currently receiving this exemption and to first-time applicants who qualify. To qualify for any exemptions, you must own and occupy the property as your primary residence as of January 1, 2011 and be a permanent legal resident of Fulton County. For more information on homestead exemptions, visit the Fulton County Board of Assessors website.
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Georgia Rides to the Capitol on March 22nd!
February 19, 2011 by lauraeverett
Filed under Events
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Roswell bikers, it’s time to get political! Georgia Rides to the Capitol, a police-escorted bike ride from Roswell to the Capitol building, is only one month away, scheduled for March 22, 2011. The event is somewhat of a political protest as hundreds of metro Atlanta bikers storm the steps of the Capitol building voicing their opinions on relevant legislation. So, what are the bills in question for the 2011 legislative session?
For starters the “Three Foot Minimum Passing” law once again found its way on the agenda for this legislative session. The bill has been introduced this year as HB 180. As the title suggests, the law would require vehicles to pass bikers with at least a three foot cushion. 16 states already have safe passing legislation, and it’s time that Georgia became number 17. Read more
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Georgia Ensemble Theatre Presents Inherit the Wind
February 16, 2011 by lauraeverett
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It’s time to take a night off of work, school and the rest of your daily stressors and immerse yourselves in the local talent of the Georgia Ensemble Theatre. The next play in the 2010 – 2011 season, Inherit the Wind, will be opening on February 24, 2011, and tickets are already on sale. This particular performance is one that you will not want to miss because Inherit the Wind happens to be one of the greatest epic plays of the 20th century.
Touching on many issues that are relevant in today’s society, Inherit the Wind is a fictionalized account of the 1925 Scopes “Monkey” Trial, which deals with the persecution of a Tennessee teacher covering evolution in a high school science class. At the heart of the play, you’ll find a debate on whether or not we even have the right to think for ourselves. As Americans aren’t we encouraged to celebrate our differences? Or do we push for conformity? Inherit the Wind digs into the heart and soul of America in a timely search for perspective and enduring hope. Read more
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Join Keep Roswell Beautiful on the Big Creek Wetlands Workday
February 12, 2011 by lauraeverett
Filed under Events
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Looking to fulfill a quota for service hours? Well, Roswell needs volunteers to help restore the Big Creek Wetlands. Participants will be picking up litter, removing invasive species, planting new vegetation and restoring the wetland banks and water quality. This is a great opportunity to rack up some service hours while helping make Roswell a better and cleaner place to live. The Big Creek Wetlands provide an ideal setting for picnics, walks, jogs and fun days with the family.
The work day is scheduled for Saturday, March 5, 2011 from 9 a.m. to noon. If you register by March 1, 2011, you’ll get a free lunch during the day. Volunteers need to meet in the gravel parking lot off of Old Alabama Road (look for directional signage).
For more information and registration, contact Laura Aikens, Environmental Education Coordinator, at 770-641-3742 or laikens@roswellgov.com.
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New Construction in Roswell
February 10, 2011 by lauraeverett
Filed under Homes, Homes from $300,000, Neighborhoods
In the market for a new home in Roswell? There is no doubt that the current housing market is giving you a plethora of options and opportunities to purchase more home for your money. Even better, there is plenty of new construction that is just as affordable, and in some cases more affordable, than buying resale. One such example are the new homes being built in Stonewyck, a gated community of only 18 homes located off of Old Alabama Road near the Holcomb Bridge intersection. Originally, these homes were on the market for $800,000 or more, but the new construction from Sharp Residential is priced from the $360′s.
The neighborhood is currently accepting pre-sales, and you have your choice of 10 different floorplans, including the award-winning Briarcliff II floorplan. By purchasing during the pre-sale phase, you are able to customize the floorplan to fit your personal needs and style. However, with all of the options available, you more than likely will not need to amend the layout at all and will only be choosing the fine finishes and features you would like to see in your home. Read more
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Romance is in the Air in Roswell
February 6, 2011 by lauraeverett
Filed under Restaurants
When it comes to having a romantic date night on Valentine’s Day, Roswell residents do not lack for options. One of the classic dates, of course, is dining out. The only problem is deciding where to go. Well, it all depends on what you are looking for.
If you want a dining experience in which you and your significant other will spend a few hours in a dimly lit dining room, look no further than the Melting Pot. When it comes to romance, Melting Pot delivers, and they are even offering a special five-course Valentine’s Day menu. With each course, you can choose between two different options and it will be either $75 per person or $65 per person, depending on the entree course. They are even opening at noon on February 12th and 13th, giving you more opportunities to take advantage of the delectable menu. Call 770-518-4100 for reservations.
Aqua Blue is a Roswell favorite, included in many “Best of Atlanta” lists. Not only are they offering a special Valentine’s Day menu for $50 a person, but they also give you the option of adding a gift package of long stem roses and champagne. Read more
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Top Selling 2010 Roswell Neighborhoods
February 4, 2011 by Aaron Hofmann
Filed under Real Estate
Time for a little recap of 2010 for Roswell Georgia real estate. You probably hear more chatter at the office water cooler about how bad the Roswell real estate market was in 2010. Seems fun to talk about bad news. But in reality, Roswell homes still sold in 2010, in fact 868 homes sold, which was up from 800 in 2009.
It’s always interesting to see which neighborhoods buyers were attracted to during their Roswell home search. Where were people buying Roswell homes in 2010? Well, let’s find out. Here are the Top Selling Roswell Neighborhoods in 2010.
Please hold your applause until all winners are announced and let’s hope that there aren’t any long-winded acceptance speeches. Just can’t stand those long acceptance speeches.
Top Selling Roswell Neighborhoods in 2010
- Horseshoe Bend
- Martins landing
- Brookfield Country Club
- Willow Springs
- Edenwilde
- Barrington Farms
- Litchfield Hundred
- Saddle Creek
- Westchester
- Crabapple Lake
- Centennial
- Woodfield
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