How to Find Atlanta Private Schools

September 29, 2008

Atlanta Private Schools by County

The Atlanta metropolitan area is home to many private schools. They cover the educational spectrum from preschool to post-graduate year. Schools like Atlanta International School, Holy Innocents Episcopal and Pace Academy offer curriculum and facilities on a par with the best day schools anywhere. Visit them online!

Cobb County, for example, boasts no less than 34 private schools. Each county below lists private schools with contact information, including websites. Contact us for assistance with private school — and public school — research.

Cherokee
Clayton
Cobb
Dekalb
Douglas
Fayette
Forsyth
Fulton
Gwinnett

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Atlanta Real Estate Market Update 9/28

September 29, 2008

Market Reports for North Atlanta Zip Codes - Atlanta Real Estate Update: September 28, 2008

Typical Atlanta real estate market analysis is based on home prices and home sales that happened months ago. In order to make the best decisions, wouldn’t you like insights based on today’s Atlanta real estate prices?

Each week we take a snapshot of the Atlanta real estate market. Our Real-time Market Profile(TM) is the most up-to date Atlanta market information available. The Profile shows you not only Atlanta real estate pricing and market numbers, but also trends in those numbers.

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Marietta Home Search

September 27, 2008

Tired of countless registration forms when all you want to do is look at houses for sale?

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Save your search criteria, and avoid entering the same information time and time again.

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When you’re ready to search Atlanta mls listings - in real time - start here.

By the way, is anyone giving you meaningful help with your home search?

Buying or selling a home should be a good experience, one that makes you feel confident.

Contact us today. Before you know it, you’ll be the confident owner of the perfect home for your needs — in less time than if you searched on your own.

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Atlanta Area School Board of Education Guide

September 27, 2008

Guide to Atlanta Area School Boards of Education

Each Atlanta area county has a public school board of education to establish and approve policies that govern the public schools.

Guide to County Public School Board of Education

Cherokee Board of Education
The 24th fastest-growing county in the country, Cherokee County’s school system is the largest employer in Cherokee County. Five new schools will open in the next three years (2007-2010) alone.

Clayton Board of Education
Clayton County has full-time music and art specialists at every school, and each high school in the district offers a vocational/technical facility in addition to college-preparatory instruction.

Cobb Board of Education
The Cobb County School System has five magnet programs and three established charter schools. Two new charter schools will open in 2008. Through the Cobb Chamber of Commerce, Cobb County schools have more than 1,015 business partners in education.

Dekalb Board of Education
The first environmentally-friendly school in Georgia is being built in DeKalb County. Arabia Mountain High School will preserve the natural environment, provide multiple outdoor learning areas and offer a proposed environmental curriculum. In addition, a new charter school, Destiny Academy of Excellence, will focus on serving children in the foster care system.

Douglas Board of Education
Douglas County now offers the Parent Portal to allow parents to see their children’s grades, daily attendance and more. The district has recently passed a bond to build two new elementary schools, a middle school and a high school.

Fayette Board of Education
New middle and high school boundaries have been drawn for the 2007-2008 school year, and a new middle school, Bennett Mill has opened.

Forsyth Board of Education
In August 2007, four new schools opened - two middle, one elementary and one high school. The school district estimates that 10 additional schools will be needed between 2010 and 2013 for its projected enrollment of 50,000 students.

Fulton Board of Education
Beginning in the 2007-2008 school year, parents are asked to complete and affidavit and provide proof of residency. A new charter school for 11th and 12th graders, Connected Academy, features a curriculum integrated with real world experience.

Gwinnett Board of Education
Gwinnett County has the largest school district in Georgia. The school system recently earned system-wide accreditation and was specifically praised for its continuous improvement in academic achievement.

Guide to City Public School Boards of Education

Atlanta Public Board of Education
Superintendent Dr. Beverly L. Hall hosts community fireside chats five times a year as a way to involve parents in their children’s education.

Buford City Board of Education
The Buford school system uses PowerSchool and PowerGrade web-based information systems to increase school-to-home lines of communication. In the 2007-2008 school year, the school system instituted a standardized dress code for all grade levels.

Decatur City Board of Education
A new school tax is expected to generate up to $15 million in proceeds for the City Schools of Decatur over the course of four years. The money will be used for system-wide improvements, such as new gymnasiums and science labs.

Marietta City Board of Education
Three Marietta City elementary schools offered limited choice starting in the fall of 2007 so parents can choose the best school for their children out of the three. Other schools are expected to offer a choice in future school years.

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Atlanta Golf and Country Club Community Home for Sale

September 23, 2008

Atlanta Golf Course Community 3-Side Brick Traditional

Stunning Traditional in Golf Course Community

4007 Jeffers Pointe, Villa Rica, GA 30180 View Map

Absolutely Stunning 3-Side Brick Traditional and Priced to Sell in Popular Mirror Lake Golf and Country Club!

Leaded glass double door entry opens to grand two-story foyer showcased by custom wrought iron scrollwork of main stairway. This home boasts architectural details with an extensive trim package and custom accent lighting.

The formal areas off the foyer - a separate dining room and inviting parlor/living room - feature elegant trey ceilings with detail trim accents. Hardwood floors flow through the entire main level, the staircase, and upper level hall.

Grand two-story family room draws you into the home with a floor to ceiling view of the private wooded lot. Made for comfortable living, the space is open to a gourmet kitchen and large breakfast/casual dining area. Granite counter tops, richly stained cabinetry and a large center island is perfect for entertaining large gatherings or pulling up bar stools for a quick cup of coffee.

The main level bedroom is ideally situated with a private bath for guests. Or, home office convenience and efficiency.

Two secondary bedrooms share a bath Jack ‘n Jill style with separate vanities and a common tub and toilet. A third secondary bedroom features a private bath. All bedrooms have walk-in closets and room for queen-sized beds.

Romantic retreat describes the master suite. The space includes a sleeping area designed to accomodate large pieces, and accent lighting for reading in bed. A sitting room adjoins as a comfortable lounge when you need that moment away from the family.

The master bath is distinguished with a cathedral ceiling, dual head tiled shower, granite counter tops on his and her vanities, dressing table for her, and a walk-in closet that will take your breath away. Bronze fixtures make this large space a warm and restful spa.

And there is more… An unfinished basement is stubbed for a full bath and a half-bath. The homeowner’s completed the lower level soundproof media room, and now must say goodbye before finishing additional areas. A full wall of windows open to the level fenced backyard. Two entry points were constructed to allow for both finished areas and lawn/yard equipment.

Pie-shaped culdesac lot is level, fenced and private.

Details

Asking Price:
550,000
MLS:
3781012
Lot Size:
3/4-1acre
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
4.5
# of Floors:
2
HOA/Maintenance Fees:
35.40
Garage Size:
3
Subdivision:
Mirror Lake
Year Built:
2006

Property Amenities

    - Range/Oven
    - Sink Disposal
    - Microwave
    - Dishwasher
    - Fireplace
    - Kitchen Island
    - Hardwood floors
    - Vaulted Ceilings
    - Basement





    - Security System
    - Patio
    - Deck
    - Grass Lawn
    - Yard
    - Fenced Yard
    - Secluded Setting
    - Central A/C
    - Central Heat





    - Walk-in closet
    - Family room
    - Living room
    - Office/den
    - Dining Room
    - Breakfast nook
    - Granite Countertops
    - Stainless steel appliances
    - Laundry area - inside





Community Amenities

    - Garage Parking
    - Swimming Pool(s)
    - Basketball court
    - Fitness center





    - Recreation Center
    - Clubhouse
    - Tennis court(s)
    - Golf course





    - Lake
    - Playground
    - High-speed Internet





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Private Secluded Retreat in Popular Atlanta Neighborhood

September 23, 2008

Private Secluded Retreat in Popular Atlanta Neighborhood

Private Secluded Retreat in Popular Neighborhood

3539 Quiet Creek Ct, Marietta, GA 30060 View Map

Nestled in the Heart of West Cobb, and oh, so convenient to the East-West Connector and Hurt Road Park.

This 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath home is move-in ready with fresh new designer colors, pecan stained flooring on main, and new carpet upstairs.

Two-story family room is filled with natural light and designed for easy living. Separate dining room open to kitchen with gas range and cabinets galore. French doors open to private patio and level, secluded fenced backyard.

Master suite is restful private retreat with en suite bath, garden tub/shower and walk-in closet.

Details

Asking Price:
$172,900
MLS:
3764558
Sq. Feet:
–
Lot Size:
1/3 to 1/2
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2.5
# of Floors:
2
HOA/Maintenance Fees:
–
Garage Size:
2
Subdivision:
Parke Walk
Year Built:
1993

Property Amenities

    - Range/Oven
    - Sink Disposal
    - Microwave
    - Dishwasher
    - Fireplace
    - Hardwood floors
    - Vaulted Ceilings






    - Security System
    - Patio
    - Grass Lawn
    - Yard
    - Fenced Yard
    - Central A/C




    - Central Heat
    - Walk-in closet
    - Family room
    - Dining Room
    - Breakfast nook
    - Laundry area - inside




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Atlanta Real Estate Market Update 9/21

September 21, 2008

Market Reports for North Atlanta Zip Codes - Atlanta Real Estate Update: September 21, 2008

Typical Atlanta real estate market analysis is based on home prices and home sales that happened months ago. In order to make the best decisions, wouldn’t you like insights based on today’s Atlanta real estate prices?

Each week we take a snapshot of the Atlanta real estate market. Our Real-time Market Profile(TM) is the most up-to date Atlanta market information available. The Profile shows you not only Atlanta real estate pricing and market numbers, but also trends in those numbers.

Posted by Kathy Drewien | Filed Under Market Reports | Leave a Comment