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By Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com, Associate Broker
(Harry Norman, REALTORS® )
 Looking for the Top Realtor in Decatur? Anthony Acosta delivers experience, results, and trusted service across Metro Atlanta. 🏡✨🏘️ Why Work with the Top Realtor in Decatur?Decatur blends charm, walkability, and community—making it one of Atlanta’s most in-demand neighborhoods. Working with the Top Realtor in Decatur, Anthony Acosta, ensures expert guidance at every step. With over two decades of experience, Anthony knows the area’s unique architecture, school zones, and property trends. From historic craftsman homes to new construction, he helps buyers and sellers make confident, informed decisions. 🔑 Personalized Service. Proven Results.Anthony offers more than transactions—he provides strategic, personalized real estate solutions. As an Associate Broker with Harry Norman, REALTORS® ...
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By Karen Dembsky, Atlanta Home Staging
(Peachtree Home Staging LLC, Home Staging in Atlanta, GA)
Atlanta Decatur Vacant Home sells as fast as the Staged Home Next Door! I know what you are thinking . . . WHAT??? HOW COULD THIS BE?  We at Peachtree Home Staging have poured our heart and soul into the value of Home Staging and how staged homes sell faster than vacant homes .  73% faster than vacant homes according to RESA's most recent stats published. Well, I can tell you why this vacant sold as fast as our staged home next door!  Read on . . . One of the many Home Builder/Investors that we work with on a regular basis called me with target dates for staging two houses.  The construction of the two homes were to be completed within days of each other, both were in the $500,000 price range, and the homes sat side by side in the Oakhurst neighborhood of Decatur, GA in Atlanta.  We lin...
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Short Sale Opportunity in Decatur, GA - By The Mark Spain Team Thank you for visiting our Decatur real estate search site including Decatur Short Sale Houses. Here you will be able to search all homes for sale in the Decatur Georgia real estate MLS. This includes all Decatur properties for sale such as homes, condominiums and houses and also includes HUD Homes, foreclosures and Short-Sales. If you are ready to buy or sell a house, we can help you out as a Decatur Georgia real estate agent which includes Decatur Short Sale Houses. If you see a house you want more information on or would like to schedule a showing, be sure to call The Mark Spain Team, a great Decatur Georgia Realtor, at 770-886-9000. If you would like to buy a new Decatur Georgia home, we can get you in contact with Decat...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Medlock Commons - Open House Decatur GA There are 3 homes for sale at Medlock Commons in Decatur.  We will be holding 2 of them open Sunday, June 3, 2012 from 2 to 5 p.m. 2451 Medlock Commons is a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home on a basement lot in the cul de sac.   Features include Jenn-Air and Bosch appliances, coffered ceilings and a butler’s pantry.  My favorite feature is the screened in back porch overlooking the small and beautifully landscaped backyard.  This home is listed at $525,000. 2431 Medlock Commons is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on a slab.   Features include a wet bar and wine rack in the family room and built in cabinetry surrounding the fireplace.  My favorite feature on this home is the fabulous private back patio.  It’s like sitting in a gardener’s dream.   This home is l...
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By Sharon Kolb, Broker - Atlanta Decatur Homes
(Atlanta Decatur Homes)
  Posted on March 31, 2012by atlantadecaturhomes The Dog Park Decatur, Georgia is one of the loveliest small cities in the Atlanta area, well-known for its walkability factor, for charming Decatur homes, friendly neighborhoods and fine restaurants and shopping. It’s also a dog-friendly city with some great local Decatur Dog Parks. In a comprehensive article by Wikipedia, the Dog Park is described as “ a facility set aside for dogs to exercise and play off-leash in a controlled environment under the supervision of their owner. Dog Parks are popular everywhere, offering safe exercise areas for dogs and an opportunity for owners to gather and socialize while their dogs play. Several excellent Dog Parks are located in neighborhoods around the Emory University area in De...
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By Sharon Kolb, Broker - Atlanta Decatur Homes
(Atlanta Decatur Homes)
  Posted on March 20, 2012by atlantadecaturhomes The Medlock Park area is nestled between Scott Boulevard, North Superior Avenue and North Decatur Road in Decatur, Georgia. Small well-kept bungalows and brick ranches predominate, with newer construction interspersed. Families and individuals are drawn to the neighborhood by affordable housing and the convenience to Emory University, located less than 3 miles away. Medlock Park Sales Update Thirty-seven homes sold in the Medlock Park area during 2011, with prices ranging from $90,000 – $350,000, selling for slightly less than in 2010, The average list price was $192,424 and the average sale price was $180,497, averaging 100 days on the market. Medlock Park Shopping/Hospital Facilities Popular restaurants, grocery sto...
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By Sally English, Sally English Atlanta Real Estate Agent
(The English Team)
It occurred to me yesterday that Decatur has reached a new zenith in it's status as the dining destination .in Atlanta Georgia,  I have long touted Decatur's many dining options and have been a frequent diner at many of the lovely restaurants that line the streets around the Courthouse.  But it was a personal milestone that awakened me to exactly how I feel about Decatur as "The" Atlanta" dining destination.   My husband and I celebrated our 31st wedding anniversary yesterday (March 14, 2012) and as is our custom, decided to celebrate by dining at a "special" restaurant.  In the past we would have headed to Buckhead in search of fine dining that met our requirement of "something special" for a special occasion. And these old standards are still worthy of a visit.  La Grotta, Ninos, Pric...
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By Kerry Lucasse, Your Urban Nest Atlanta Real Estate Consultant
(eXp Realty - Urban Nest Real Estate Group)
JUST LISTED TODAY! 446 Ansley St | Decatur, GA | 30030 Just steps from the Oakhurst Village, this super cute cottage is the perfect fit for a  first-time buyer or young family.  The inviting screened porch greets you and once inside, you are welcomed with gleaming hardwood flooring and a light-filled living room.   The formal dining room is perfectly positioned between the kitchen and the living room, making it ideal for entertaining.  The white and bright kitchen overlooks the fenced backyard and the enclosed sunroom (perfect for a small home office!).    Two well-appointed bedrooms are just down the hall, both with hardwood flooring and lots of light and plenty of room for a queen-sized bed. If you decide to make this your new home, you will be in the highly acclaimed Oakhurst Element...
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By Sharon Kolb, Broker - Atlanta Decatur Homes
(Atlanta Decatur Homes)
Posted on March 8, 2012 by atlantadecaturhomes The National Association of Realtors thinks that property values will rise 1.1% this year, but this modest rise in value may not help your home to sell.  Popular realtor site, Active Rain,  indicates mixed expectations from various sources. Our economy is still fragile and home sales are up only slightly.  Until the job market and the building industry improve considerably and foreclosures and short sales ebb, home prices will not go up.  If Your Home Doesn’t Sell, Is Renting the Best Move? Maybe.  If  you are offered a new position across the country, the opportunity may be too good to pass up.  The decision will be whether to sell your home at any cost, even at a loss, or to consider leasing the property.  If you deci...
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By Patrick Realty Group, The Key to All of Your Real Estate Solutions
(Keller WIlliams Realty Atlanta Partners)
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By Sharon Kolb, Broker - Atlanta Decatur Homes
(Atlanta Decatur Homes)
Posted on February 9, 2012 by atlantadecaturhomes   The American Dream and home ownership have been partners for a long time. One of the cornerstones of our American housing policy has been the Home Mortgage Deduction, which has been in place since the inception of the tax code in 1913, and allows homeowners to deduct mortgage interest from their taxes.  The tax deduction on home mortgage interest lowers the cost of owning a home significantly. The housing industry and prospective homeowners and sellers are facing many threats to a quick recovery.  Limited availability of long-term, fixed-rate mortgages Minimum down payments of 20% or more Higher standards to qualify for a home mortgage The number of Homeowners that are still “upsidedown” in their homes “Short Sales” and Foreclosures th...
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By Sharon Kolb, Broker - Atlanta Decatur Homes
(Atlanta Decatur Homes)
Posted on February 9, 2012 by atlantadecaturhomes The American Dream and home ownership have been partners for a long time. One of the cornerstones of our American housing policy has been the Home Mortgage Deduction, which has been in place since the inception of the tax code in 1913, and allows homeowners to deduct mortgage interest from their taxes.  The tax deduction on home mortgage interest lowers the cost of owning a home significantly. The housing industry and prospective homeowners and sellers are facing many threats to a quick recovery.  Limited availability of long-term, fixed-rate mortgages Minimum down payments of 20% or more Higher standards to qualify for a home mortgage The number of Homeowners that are still “upsidedown” in their homes “Short Sales” ...
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By Kathy Nielsen, Atlanta Georgia Home Stager
(http://atlantahomestaging.net)
Home Staging an Atlanta Home - Before and After Pictures Included I love what I do and this past week, I did it three times. I staged a condo in Atlanta, a house in Decatur, and an Atlanta investor property in Atlanta, all in three days. Yes, it was a lot of work but at the same time, exhilarating.  Here's one of the homes we staged. This is the living room before picture   Living room after picture: Master bedroom before:   Master bedroom after: And while Iran Watson (a real estate photographer here in Atlanta) will be taking after pictures of this home, here are two close-ups that I had taken:  
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By Kerry Lucasse, Your Urban Nest Atlanta Real Estate Consultant
(eXp Realty - Urban Nest Real Estate Group)
November 2011 Real Estate Market Update for Oakhurst Decatur Oakhurst | Decatur, GA | 30030 |  Data extracted from the Atlanta FMLS 11/01/2011 to 11/31/2011 Single Family Homes Sold in Oakhurst The number of Oakhurst Decatur homes sold was down from the same time last year, but the time to sell a home went from 67 days in 2010 to only 33 days in 2011!  Because homes were priced closer to their fair market value, they not only sold faster, they list price to sales price ratio was much higher than the previous year (94.4% versus 96.3%). Demand for this popular Intown Atlanta neighborhood is still strong, compared to other nearby neighborhoods and thankfully, the CIty of Decatur (including Oakhurst) haven't been hit as hard by short sales and foreclosures. If you are thinking of buying a h...
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By Jim Crawford, Jim Crawford Broker Associate Fredericksburg VA
(Long & Foster)
Decatur GA Homes for Sale Active MLS Listings Update Here are the most recent Decatur GA Metro area MLS figures from our FMLS for Decatur GA homes for sale and Decatur real estate. If you are looking at Atlanta homes for sale you need to consider many of the areas that make up the Atlanta metro area.  Decatur GA is a sought after destination for Atlanta homes. As of today Saturday December 10, 2011 MLS these are the statistics for Decatur GA Single Family Detached Home Listings at a Glance: Active FMLS Listings - 649 Detached Single Family Decatur GA Homes for Sale Found Contingency w/Kickout - 1 Detached Single Family Decatur GA Homes for Sale Found Contingency - Due Diligence - 9 Detached Single Family Decatur GA Homes for Sale Found Contingency - Other - 1 Detached Single Family Deca...
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By Kerry Lucasse, Your Urban Nest Atlanta Real Estate Consultant
(eXp Realty - Urban Nest Real Estate Group)
Decatur is one of my favorite places in Atlanta, especially the City of Decatur (zip code 30030).  It features some of Atlanta's most popular "Intown" neighborhoods, from Druid Hills to Oakhurst and Downtown Decatur.  Home values haven't been as impacted as neighboring communities and foreclosures are few and far between. October 2011 Real Estate Market Update for DecaturCity of Decatur | Georgia | 30030 |  Data extracted from the FMLS 10/01/2011 thru 10/31/2011Single Family Homes Sold in DecaturThe number of Decatur homes sold was down slightly from the same time last year, but the list price to sales price ratio remains strong at 95.4% in 2010 and 95.8% in 2011.On interesting thing to note is that the gap in the price of homes continues to increase, with the most expensive home sellin...
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By Terri Sewell, Lithonia Homes for Sale, Lithonia, GA Neighborhood
(PalmerHouse Properties)
There is short-sale help for distressed homeowners in Decatur, GA.  There are other options available.   Consider the difference between a Foreclosure and a Short-Sale. A foreclosure is more damaging to you than a short-sale.  Did you know that if you lose your house to foreclosure you would be ineligible for a Fannie Mae backed loan for up to 7 years?  There are some exceptions to this based on extenuating circumstances.  For more detail on this refer to: efanniemae.com.  However, if you successfully complete a short sale, you would be eligible for a Fannie Mae backed mortgage within 2 years.  There is short sale help for distressed homeowners in Decatur, GA If had an FHA loan at the time of the short-sale you would be eligible for another FHA loan after 3 years. Your credit score is a...
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By Kerry Lucasse, Your Urban Nest Atlanta Real Estate Consultant
(eXp Realty - Urban Nest Real Estate Group)
Get in the spirit this year and shop local, shop small!   The City of Decatur is bringing back "Terrific Thursdays" this year and every week you will find great prices at Decatur's eclectic shops, galleries and restaurants.  All of the participating businesses will stay open late, offering snacks and special "Terrific Thursday" deals. Rumor has it that Santa will also be roaming around Downtown Decatur in December's Terrific Thursdays! Shopping Dates:  November 10 & 17, December 1, 8 & 15 For more information and a list of participating retailers and restaurants, please visit the City of Decatur's Official Terrific Thursdays webpage.
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Decatur Wine Fest - The 10th Annual Decatur Wine Festival will be in Decatur GA on Saturday November 5, 2011. Come taste over 350 domestic and imported wines and enjoy live music from the community bandstand during the 10th annual Decatur Wine Festival. The weather should be great for this event with high temps in the mid 60's. Saturday, November 5, 2011 1pm -  4pm Old Courthouse Square in Downtown Decatur, GA Tickets are $35 per person Admission includes a commemorative wine glass No one under 21 allowed No animals allowed   The Decatur Wine Fest is sponsored by the Decatur Arts Alliance.   Tickets are available from Ticket Alternative or from the Decatur Package Store on Clairmont Rd in Decatur, GA next to the YMCA. Tickets are limited to 1,500 people. This event is just one of the ma...
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By Elva Branson-Lee, Marketing Specialist, Atlanta Short Sale Pr
(Best Atlanta)
Another Successful Short Sale Closed in Decatur GA 30034 Is there anything more gratifying than a closing where everybody at the table is grinning? That only happens when everyone at the table is winning. In a successful short sale, that is almost ALWAYS the case. The buyer wins because they get a really good deal on a (usually) well cared-for property, The seller wins when they get relieved of an unmanageable mortgage, and in some cases they even get a lender incentive for their trouble. And the seller's lender wins because they get to avoid another Georgia foreclosure. And of course, after a lot of hard work, agents and closing personnel get to put food on their tables. Yay! I recently closed just such a successful short sale in Decatur, GA 30034. It was a BB&T short sale, the first f...
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By Jordon Wheeler, J W Group Real Estate Sales and Service
(The Jordon Wheeler Group)
This weekend I took time out on Saturday night to enjoy the season opening concert of the Emory Symphony Orchestra.  The Emory Symphony Orchestra is composed of mostly students attending Emory University and majoring in Music.  Over 80% of the Emory Symphony Orchestra members are double majors in Music and Science preparing to become doctors, engineers and other professionals but maintaining their hearts for music.      The Saturday night concert featured classical works that are very familiar to music lovers.  The Emory Symphony Orchestra opened with Brahms' Academic Festival Overture.  The performance was a good warm up and prepared the packed audience (literally standing room only) for the next two pieces being performed. The second piece was Maurice Ravel's 'Bolero.'  Filled with so...
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