In the Midtown Atlanta Market Report for Spire Midtown, April 2012, we see some activity in this popular community.

There are currently 11 homes on the market ranging in price from a high of $725,000 to a low of $127,000.

Twelve (12) homes are Under Contract, but it is interesting to note that 9 of them are Pending Lender Approval or short sales. 3 of them are traditional sales. The average Sales Price is between $153-162,000. The prices range from a high of $265,000 to a low of $110,000.

Only 1 home sold in April, 2012. It was a 2 bedroom at $337,000

In comparison, in April, 2011 there was also only one home sold, a 1 bedroom at $146,500.

For more information about Spire Midtown Atlanta, click here.

Showing properties 1 - 11 of 11. See more Spire tract real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

1. $725,000 : 860 Peachtree Street, Unit 2801, Atlanta
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 2,650 sq ft

   Square foot source: Tax Record
   
2. $364,900 : 860 Peachtree Street NE, Unit 1002, Atlanta
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,356 sq ft

   Square foot source: Developer
   
3. $342,900 : 860 Peachtree Street NE, Unit 1102, Atlanta
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,347 sq ft

   Square foot source: Developer
   
4. $339,000 : 860 Peachtree Street NE, Unit 802, Atlanta
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,356 sq ft

   Square foot source: Tax Record
   
5. $289,900 : 860 Peachtree Street NE, Unit 2117, Atlanta
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,193 sq ft

   Square foot source: Tax Record
   
6. $194,900 : 860 Peachtree Street NE, Unit 2212, Atlanta
   
   1 bed, 1 full bath

   Home size: 800 sq ft

   Square foot source: Developer
   
7. $174,900 : 860 Peachtree Street, Unit 2512, Atlanta
   
   1 bed, 1 full bath

   Square foot source: Not Available
   
8. $174,900 : 860 Peachtree Street NE, Unit 1515, Atlanta
   
   1 bed, 1 full bath

   Home size: 701 sq ft

   Square foot source: Tax Record
   
9. $143,550 : 860 Peachtree Street NE, Unit 2804, Atlanta
   
   1 bed, 1 full bath

   Home size: 877 sq ft

   Square foot source: Tax Record
   
10. $140,000 : 860 Peachtree Street NE, Unit 1304, Atlanta
    
    1 bed, 1 full bath

    Square foot source: Not Available
    
11. $127,000 : 860 Peachtree Street NE, Unit 809, Atlanta
    
    1 bed, 1 full bath

    Home size: 761 sq ft

    Square foot source: Tax Record
    

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In this article by Thomas Wheatley from Creative Loafing, he brings up some very, very interesting points. This transportation tax will be voted on in July, and when you look at the overall measure and how much money is still being pumped into road construction…..”For five years I’ve been practically begging to pay an extra tax to build sorely needed transit in metro Atlanta. Now that it’s a possibility, I wonder if the measure we’re being asked to consider this summer is really such a good idea.”
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Reynolds Plantation is many things – high-end homes, top-flight golf, a secluded resort. But there’s one thing Robert Merck says it is not: a quick flip. Midtown Atlanta real estate company Daniel Realty will be involved in the project!

Merck, senior managing director and head of real estate investments for MetLife, which is under contract to buy the Lake Oconee community, said in an interview Friday with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that New York-based MetLife sees its acquisition of the community 80 miles east of Atlanta as a long-term investment.

“I don’t think there are many assets in the country that are comparable to Reynolds,” said Merck, whose company entered the Reynolds Plantation sweepstakes only about two months ago.

MetLife announced on Wednesday it had an agreement to acquire the struggling Reynolds Plantation, six golf courses, four marinas, nearly 5,000 acres of undeveloped land and the Ritz-Carlton Lodge at Lake Oconee.

Birmingham-based Daniel Corp. will oversee Reynolds Plantation. Daniel and MetLife, which have a 25-year relationship, are partners on 12th & Midtown, a complex of office, retail, condos and a hotel near Peachtree and 12th streets.
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Reuters photographer Jim Urquhart recently captured these scenes from a fading culture, as he followed Montana ranchers on their final horse drive, moving more than 300 horses down from their winter range…

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This past weekend, I had the opportunity to see the private collection of John Maloney. John’s been collecting a variety of thing, including a beauty of a ride in a 1929 Model A! Did you know they sold for around $400 then? And that was one heck of a lot of money in 1929!

John has a love for machinery and especially tractors. The John Deere examples he has are simply amazing, and look like they must have the day the left the John Deere dealer!

Enjoy the show!

Well, a few years ago the cranes scrambled for a place on the Midtown Atlanta skyline to build the condo towers that now grace the Midtown Atlanta skyline. Fast forward to 2012…and the race is on again to dot the skyline…but this time to build apartment buildings like 100 6th Street.

This evening, I attended the Design Review Committee meeting of the Midtown Alliance where Novare Group’s Jim Borders (builder of Metropolis, Spire, Viewpoint, Twelve Atlantic Station, Twelve Centennial Park, The Atlantic and more….) made his case for the new 23-story tower that will house some 320 homes along with an adjacent parking structure with some 400+ parking spaces.

The rendering here (also shown at tonight’s meeting) is the South facing portion of 100 6th Street. The parking deck y0u see to the right will run from almost the corner of 6th Street to the Corner of 7th Street. Sadly, garages are still needed in the City of Atlanta since mass transit is still a dream for Atlanta, but this one will take up almost a whole BLOCK! The architects played the cards right as there are two retail spaces fronting Juniper Street (even though they are not required) to keep the surrounding Midtown neighbors happy about not having a block of dead space.

For those questioning the exact location, the tower of 100 6th Street will sit basically where Loca Luna Restaurant and The Armory Bar use to be.

Some of the DRC members were not to happy about a proposed “pocket park” at the corner of 7th and Juniper Streets. One committee member said that while the idea sounded good, because of a lack of activity on that corner, the park could have the potential to be a safety issue. When asked why that corner did not have a retail space, Mr. Borders commented that is was “not a marketable space.” I think what he meant to say was he just could not charge enough for it!

If there is anything that Midtown Atlanta lacks it is AFFORDABLE retail space. Perhaps the way to “market this corner” is to a merchant that has the marketing savvy to bring in customers and can make it in the space because it’s not costing them an arm and a leg every month in rent. It will be interesting to see if this portion of the design gets changed based on community input.

It was also not 100% clear to me how the new building will be placed in relation to the current Viewpoint Midtown tower. Hopefully, those owners on the South facing side of Viewpoint will still have…..a view.

But for now, it looks like another crane for another apartment building (we have two under construction now) will be on the skyline in the coming months .

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Tuscany Condominiums are reviewed by Intown Atlanta Real Estate Agent Thom Abbott.

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DECATUR – Animal lovers throughout metro Atlanta can lend a helping hand to DeKalb County’s troubled animal control services on Sunday, May 20th when three commissioners host the “Help DeKalb Animals” bowling fundraiser at Stars and Strikes in Stone Mountain.
Commissioners Elaine Boyer, Stan Watson and Sharon Barnes-Sutton will host the fundraiser from 5 to 7 p.m. Animal lovers can bowl and enjoy the company of animals available for adoption at Stars and Strikes at 1741 Mountain Industrial Boulevard in Stone Mountain.

Proceeds from the event will go to pay for spaying and neutering of animals in DeKalb.
The event is being co-hosted by LifeLine Animal Project, a multifaceted non-profit that works to save animals from euthanasia by promoting online adoptions, promoting low cost spay and neuter programs and offering low cost vaccinations. www.lifelineanimal.org
Tickets are $30 for adults and $20 for children and include bowling, a game package and light refreshments.
DeKalb has a beleaguered animal services department. A special task force recently highlighted problems including a 67 percent euthanasia rate at the shelter; a dark and dirty animal services facility; and significant lack of adoptions.
“This fundraiser is a first step toward raising awareness of our animals’ needs in DeKalb,” said Boyer. “So many four-legged creatures who cannot speak for themselves need care and our fundraiser will help make sure we stop the cycle of overpopulation.”
Those who attend the Help DeKalb Animals fundraiser are encouraged bring donations of dog leashes, collars and laundry detergent.
To purchase tickets to the event, go to www.helpdekalbanimals.com or contact ecboyer@dekalbcountyga.gov

You always hear someone shopping for a new home or condo, “We want a deal!” Well, yeah, don’t we all!

Twelve Centennial Park – 400 W. Peachtree Street….is one of the Novare “signatures” on the condo landscape of Atlanta. This building is located on the edge of Downtown Atlanta and is an easy walk to the attractions of World of Coke, The Georgia Aquarium, CNN, and Peachtree Street. The Twelve Hotel is connected to the building, offering a great place for your visiting guests to stay.

And you said you wanted a deal? Well here it is!!!! (As a reminder, this building is capped out on leasing permits, so this needs to be your intown getaway, NOT a rental property!) Live way out in Cobb, Cherokee, Henry, Rockdale counties? Here’s an opportunity to have a place in the city! An an awesome value at Twelve Centennial Park!

400 W Peachtree Street NW, Unit 1108, Atlanta, GA 30308 (MLS # 5016739)

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This is an incredible condo with unbelievable views! Hardwood floors, granite counter tops in kitchen and bath, ceiling to floor windows. Approx 10' ceilings through-out home. Amenities galore, walk to Marta, restaurants, shopping, sports venues, CNN and much more!

Property Type(s): Condo

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Piedmont Park

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Both neighborhoods have a lot to offer. Which is your favorite? Is Midtown Atlanta the more hip, cool place to live? As this Patch.com article suggests, each has something to offer. I think hands down, Midtown Atlanta will win out if you are looking for walkability. Try walking from the intersection of Piedmont and Peachtree (you have several condominium communities right there) to Chastain Park vs. walking from say 7th and Peachtree (you have several condominium communities right there) to Piedmont Park. Hmmmm.
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