UNDER CONTRACT! Welcome home to 1257 University Drive Morningside | Atlanta, GA 30306 5 bedrooms | 5.5 bathrooms | 2 car garage | Daylight Terrace Level |  Screened porch This sophisticated urban retreat is nestled in the heart of Morningside on a generous .45-acre lot. 1257 University Drive boasts a serene and picturesque creek setting steeped in privacy with neighbors located on only one side. This unique property harmoniously combines the convenience of urban living with the tranquility of nature, offering an unparalleled lifestyle experience. This brick home was utilized as a secondar ..read more

Understanding Home Equity… and how to build it Home equity…Everybody wants it, but what exactly is it, and how do you get it? Equity represents the degree of ownership an individual or entity has in an asset after subtracting any debts against the asset. To say someone shares equity in a company means they would share in any assets remaining after all debts are accounted for. For example, if your business has sold $500,000 worth of product this year, but you have rent, operating expenses, and a business loan payment totaling $400,000 for the year, you have $100,000 of equity in your business ..read more

JUST SOLD IN LAKE CLAIRE _ JUNE 2021 626 Hardendorf Ave NE | Atlanta, GA 30307 Nestled on a quiet dead-end street in Atlanta’s Lake Claire neighborhood, this charming brick bungalow is one you don’t want to miss.  It’s the perfect fit for a first-time homebuyer and/or someone who wants to put their personal touches on their new home. You’ll love the light-filled rooms, hardwood flooring, and spacious living room with built-in bookcases and a decorative fireplace. The dining room is the perfect size for your next dinner party and offers direct access to both the screened porch and kitchen ..read more

Buying Your First Home? Know These 5 Things Here at Urban Nest, we absolutely love working with first-time home buyers. Assisting you on your search for your first Atlanta home, helping you understand the home buying process, and guiding you from house-hunting to move-in day gives us the warm-n-fuzzies. If you are thinking about buying your first home in the next year, we want you to be fully prepared for this exciting journey.  Here are five important things you should know before you start looking for that new nest…. 1. Work with ONE real estate agent. We often receive calls from new ho ..read more

How to Apply for Georgia Homestead Exemption In Georgia, homeowners are able to get a significant discount on their property taxes if the home is their primary residence.  In order to qualify for the homestead exemption in 2021, most counties require that you must have owned and occupied the property as of January 1st and complete the homestead exemption application in your county.  Most of the Georgia counties have an application deadline of April 1st, but you can get all of the details below. When applying for homestead exemption, please note that you may need to provide a copy of ..read more

Just Listed in Inman Park 777 Inman Mews Dr. NE | Atlanta, GA 30307 Nestled in the heart of Inman Park, this gated community is just 2 blocks from the Beltline and Krog Street Market.  777 Inman Mews has its own private entry and once inside, we think you’ll love the open living area with gleaming hardwoods + French doors that open to an outdoor terrace. The kitchen boasts crisp white cabinetry, ss appliances, breakfast bar, and a view of both living + dining rooms. Upstairs you’ll find an oversized owner’s suite with a walk-in closet and ensuite with whirlpool tub, dual vanities, sep ..read more

East Atlanta 30316 Home Sales Report Q3 2020  | More Atlanta Market Reports It’s time again for the 30316 Home Sales Report!  For the last decade, the East Atlanta area has been in high demand, as more homes were being renovated and charming restaurants and shops popped up in and around the East Atlanta Village, the Beltline, and Glenwood Park. Earlier this year, there was a definite decline in home sales due to the pandemic, but we’re happy to report that not only home sales but home VALUES have spiked way up in the third quarter of 2020!  Multiple offers were commonplace and ..read more

Grant Park Home Sales Report 3Q 2020 REAL ESTATE STATS, HOME VALUES & RECENTLY SOLD HOMES IN GRANT PARK ATLANTA 30312 It’s time again for the Grant Park home sales update!  While 2020 has been a challenging year for many Atlantans, the Grant Park real estate market has been nothing short of amazing.  You’ll see below that homes are still selling (very) quickly, multiple offers are commonplace and many of the 30312 homes are selling at or over the asking price. Hope you enjoy the latest Grant Park Home Sales Report and if you have questions after reviewing, please don’t hesitate t ..read more

Just Listed in East Atlanta 779 Maynard Terrace | Atlanta, GA 30316 Just a hop, skip and a jump from East Atlanta Village, this charming abode is home to gleaming hardwoods, an open floor plan, sunroom, and plenty of outdoor living/entertaining space. The kitchen boasts stained cabinetry, vibrant granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, and a view of dining/living rooms.  It’s perfect for entertaining or just keeping an eye on the little ones. The dreamy owner’s suite includes a custom walk-in closet, en suite with double vanity, and a large walk-in shower. Love ..read more

Kirkwood Atlanta Home Sales Report Q3 2020 (July-September) | Atlanta, GA 30317 Even with the challenging year we’ve had, that hasn’t stopped the HOT Kirkwood real estate market!  This adorable Intown Atlanta neighborhood is in high demand with home buyers as you’ll see from the remarkable real estate market stats below.  Multiple offers are still very common, sales are way up, and Kirkwood home values continue to rise.  We hope you enjoy the Q3 2020 edition of the Kirkwood Atlanta Home Sales Report…. If you have questions along the way, we’re here!  Contact us anytime. 3Q ..read more