Forbes: Atlanta’s more miserable than Poughkeepsie, less than Detroit
So, according to the numbers-crunchers at Forbes, metro Atlanta is the sixteenth most miserable city in the country. Civic boosters should probably be thankful that the magazine dropped two of its misfortune indicators—pro sports and political corruption.
Collier Heights awarded Local Historic District status
At long last, Collier Heights—a West Atlanta neighborhood built by and for African Americans—has been designated as a Local Historic District by the City of Atlanta, the mayor's office announced today.
House Envy: Industrial chic chalet offers everything but the ski slope
A first-time home flipper gives this Doraville home a dramatic modern-rustic makeover.
In Atlanta, luxe townhomes take off
Increasingly, young professionals and empty nesters are opting for luxury townhomes with city views and access to restaurants and parks. For the 12 months ending with June of this year, national townhome starts had risen by 25 percent over the same period ending in 2015.
Atlanta’s best home values, according to Egypt Sherrod
With so much growth in our ever-changing Peach Capital, buyers want to know, “What can I get for my money?” The answer depends on where you’d like to live. Property values have steadily increased over the past 24 months. Here’s what you can get now for $300,000 to $400,000.
House Envy: Atlanta power couple selling one of Ansley Park’s oldest homes
One of Ansley Park's oldest, this four-bedroom house has original features like leaded glass windows, pocket doors, and seven working fireplaces.
House Envy: This classic Neel Reid estate comes with a guest house, pool, and plenty of history
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this gem was respectfully updated by noted architect Norman Askins.
House Envy: This Peachtree Park gem was designed by celebrated architect Stan Dixon
This stately home designed by Stan Dixon enjoys a prime location in Peachtree Park. The home, with its charming brick and stone exterior, reflects both Normandy and Tudor styles and is filled with character and attention to detail inside and out.
Atlanta’s tallest new building since the ’90s aims for 2018 takeoff
In Midtown, No.2 Opus Place will be Atlanta’s tallest residential tower and the highest structure built in the city since 1992. About 20 percent of its 189 condos have “sold”—under contract, that is, with earnest money down.
House Envy: Atlanta power couple selling European-style Buckhead home
This elegant West Paces Ferry estate was made for entertaining on a grand scale.
