March 13, 2023
Home & Real Estate Feature, Guide,
No doubt, real estate in Atlanta is on fire. Here, the hottest properties on the market to snatch up now.
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THE DETAILS Escape to Europe every day in this stunning six-bed, six-bath, three-half-bath estate in Chastain Park. Outside, natural plaster and wood accents intermingle with crawling ivy and Italian cypress, welcoming you into the home through a porte-cochere. Just inside, oversize living spaces and a light-filled kitchen give way to entertaining. No detail was spared in the design of this home, with beautiful antique wood beams, natural plaster walls and arched entryways leading from one fabulous room to the next. But the showstopper has to be the exquisitely serene outdoor area featuring manicured grounds, a covered porch and lounging area, a heated pool, a spa and a covered gazebo with a fireplace. To round out the amenities, expect a custom built-in bar, rec room, temperature-controlled wine cellar, tasting room and gym.
PRICE $5,795,000
CONTACT Stacy Shailendra and Bonneau Ansley, Ansley Real Estate, 404.861.6500, ansleyre.com
PHOTO BY DUANE KEIL OF REYNOLDS LAKE OCONEE PROPERTIES LLC
THE DETAILS Come settle down at the lake in this spacious five-bedroom, five-bath, two-half-bath home set on 0.63 acres of lakefront property. 1060 Bridle Bit Lane is surely the envy of Atlantans’ dream home portfolios, with the custom-built, builder-owned property by Kevin Aycock of Southern Luxury Homes. Outside, stunning cedar shake and stone give way to completely unobstructed views of Lake Oconee—no docks or other houses in sight. Just inside, large-plank, custom-stained hardwoods are carried throughout. Featuring a large primary on the main floor, an oversize gym, a sauna, a full bar and a pool, it’s time to live at the lake, in style.
PRICE $3,550,000
CONTACT Jordan Aycock, Reynolds Lake Oconee Properties, 706.910.6668, reynoldslakeoconee.com/real-estate
"The luxury first and second homes market is stronger than ever heading into 2023. With about 50% of buyers paying cash in this space, the mortgage rates aren't coming into play, and buyers are seeing real estate as a great investment for near and long-term gain as well as future generations." - Jordan Aycock, Reynolds Lake Oconee Properties, 706.910.6668, reynoldslakeoconee.com/real-estate
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THE DETAILS Exemplifying the very best of historic Atlanta, this circa 1920s Georgian mansion is everything a homeowner could want and more. Featuring all the greats of yesteryear, updated for today, the home at 5 Cherokee Road underwent an expansion in the early ’80s and was further enhanced with a Stan Dixon kitchen and updated baths throughout. As if it was peeled from the pages of an English novel, imagine your family during summertime here—drinking lemonade by the pool, strolling the gardens or playing a game of tennis.
PRICE $5,299,000
CONTACT Travis Reed, HOME Real Estate, 404.617.1770, homegeorgia.com
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THE DETAILS If you have ever wanted to own a palace, in Atlanta, the property at 490 W. Paces is as close as one could get! This approximately 2-acre estate was designed with privacy in mind, in a European Mediterranean architecture style. Imported Dominican coral stone offers multiple balconies, loggias and lavish outdoor entertaining areas for you, your family, your friends—and then some. Inside, luxurious limestone floors, Moroccan hardwoods and 10K gold leaf ceiling finishes wow. Expect a grand foyer, a pool, a spa, two owner’s suites, three wine cellars, a banquet-sized dining room, a grand salon, a theater and more.
PRICE $9,980,000
CONTACT Jan Hart and Georgia Rae Hart, Ansley Real Estate, 678.596.3684, 678.266.8241, ansleyre.com
BY JON-MICHAEL SULLIVAN
THE DETAILS Designed by architect Stephen Fuller, this property encompasses everything elegant and Southern as it pertains to homemaking. Set on 4 private acres, the home at 855 Davis has a bevy of amenities, including but not limited to a pool, a pool house, tennis courts, private balconies, a state-of-the-art home theater and a workout room, as well as the details that really count—like original crown moldings and millwork, intricate coffered ceilings and arched doorways. Both gated and situated on a private hilltop in one of the best neighborhoods of Atlanta, this classic Georgian home can’t be beat.
PRICE $5,495,000
CONTACT Shanna Bradley, Ansley Real Estate, 404.808.6295, ansleyre.com
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THE DETAILS The gorgeous custom-built estate at 340 Boundary Place sits on nearly 2 acres in a private setting, behind the gates in Lakeside at Ansley. The property is a true sanctuary with a pool, spa and waterfalls; a secret garden with a water feature; native plantings; and trees throughout. The seven-bed, nine-bath home features important environmental and ethical upgrades including a whole-house water purification system, a brand-new roof, biodynamically prepared raised bed gardens and more.
PRICE $2,650,000
CONTACT Stephanie Butler and Lisa Swayne, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties, 770.241.9165, bhhsgeorgia.com
"The amenities in this home are truly unmatched, from a steam shower, sauna and heated floors to the backyard oasis and extreme level of privacy, this home has everything you and your family could want and more."- Stephanie Butler, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties, 770.241.9165, bhhsgeorgia.com
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PHOTO BY DRONE MEDIA SOLUTIONS
THE DETAILS Originally built in the Greek Revival style, the home at 3625 Tuxedo Drive was completely redesigned by Norman Askins in 2006—only enhancing its charm! The quintessential Tuxedo Park home is quite grand, offering a statement-making foyer, an oversize kitchen with reclaimed antique oak flooring, tons of Calacatta gold marble, a wine cellar, decorative designs reminiscent of old Charleston and more. Perhaps the most unique element of the home is the grounds, beautifully manicured and designed by Richard Anderson. The formal English gardens feature an antique Italian wellhead in the center, a covered pavilion overlooking the saltwater pool and a lovely woodland view.
PRICE $5,495,000
CONTACT Bonneau Ansley, Ansley Real Estate, 404.906.3161, ansleyre.com
"This is one of my favorite homes on tuxedo. It was built in 1955 yet completely renovated [by] Norman Askins. The layour is perfect for families. With a great [primary] on the main with his and her bathrooms and its own sun porch. My favorite feature is keeping the room off the kitchen. It overlooks one of the prettiest poo;s and landscaping in Atlant." -Bonneau Ansley, Ansley Real Estate, 404.906.3161, ansleyre.com
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DETAILS Located only five minutes from Atlanta-favorite Chastain Park, this energy-efficient new-construction home is far from a spec. Built in a modern transitional style meant to optimize indoor-outdoor living, 524 Carol Way features 7-inch-wide white oak hardwood floors and 10-foot ceilings on its main level. Stunning walls of sliding glass allow for life to flow seamlessly in and out of the home’s spaces, promoting an open concept without losing the structure of a traditional home. A gourmet kitchen with built-ins, not one but two primary suites, a fully finished basement, a guest room, a gym, a theater and more round out the luxury offerings of this gem of a home.
PRICE $5,699,000
CONTACT Eugene Winchester, Coldwell Banker Realty, 404.252.4908, coldwellbankerhomes.com/ga/atlanta
BY DOUG SINDELAR
THE DETAILS Get the best of both worlds with this stunning remodeled Peachtree Park cottage at 570 Martina Drive. The European-inspired modern home is outfitted with all the modern-day comforts—sustainably sourced Dekton countertops, Google Fiber-ready, a preinstalled Tesla charger, fog-proof glass—while keeping the charm and historic elements we love in an older home. With this home, you don’t trade charm for efficiency and ease; in fact, you get both!
PRICE $1,395,000
CONTACT Erin Yabroudy & Associates, 404.316.2203, harrynorman.com
PHOTO COURTESY OF HARRY NORMAN REALTORS
PHOTO COURTESY OF HARRY NORMAN REALTORS
THE DETAILS Walkable to Brookhaven’s popular Village Place on Dresden, this custom-built home at 1693 Wayland Circle blends in with nature in the most modern of ways. Offering a designer kitchen full of waterfall edges and quartz, spacious living rooms with real fireplaces and a timber-framed covered back porch with cedar beams, this thoughtfully designed structure is far more than a white box. Entertaining is at the forefront of this 4,161-square-foot home, featuring a private rooftop entertainment space with 360-degree views.
PRICE $2,095,000
CONTACT Todd Banister Team, 404.561.7707, harrynorman.com
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THE DETAILS Experience elevated living in The Manor Golf & Country Club, Milton’s premier gated country club community. This stunning estate at 3263 Balley Forrest Drive was thoughtfully designed with exceptional finishes, gorgeous custom details and enduring craft smanship. Admire the custom millwork, high ceilings and open floor plan as you enter the home’s light-filled two-story foyer and fireside formal living room. The attention to detail continues with a three-story access elevator, two laundry rooms, surround sound speakers on all levels, Control4 smart home technology, and a four-car garage and ample parking. This home was thoughtfully designed for modern living on a grand scale.
PRICE $4,490,000
CONTACT Susan Feddersen, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties, Luxury Collection, 773.710.4709, bhhsgeorgia.com
"My favorite part of this home has to be the stunning vistas of the 13th fairway and multiple verandas and porches that promote outdoor living." - Susan Fedderson, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Georgia Properties, Luxury Collection 773.710.4709, bhhsgeorgia.com
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