Atlanta, a New Home for the New Year

Saturday, December 26, 2009
posted by Frank Stevens 3:50 PM

Atlanta, a New Home for the New Year

New Years is a time for fresh beginnings. As with most New Years, we all will be making our new resolutions for the upcoming year. Some resolutions may include a move to a new city. If you are changing jobs or looking for a new home in the New Year, Atlanta is one of the most desireable places to call home. Deciding to settle in a new city can be an daunting task. Once you have made the decision of where to live, then the first step is to learn all you can about your new city.

A decision to move to Atlanta now can be a lot easier than you might think. There are many types of homes to choose from in Atlanta like condos, townhomes, lofts, houses and high end luxury homes. With a moderate cost of living and pleassant climate throughout the year, you’ll find activities, entertainment and housing options to fit every lifestyle. With a median price range for homes in Atlanta is a mere $199, 000, it’s no wonder Money Magazine named Atlanta one of the most affordable cities in the country. In addition, the city has a number of modernization and reviatlization models that offer encouraging possibililites for home buyers, investors and businesses alike.

There are many reasons why Atlanta is one of the most visited cities in the world. The cities rich history and entertainment attractions draw visitors and home buyers to this great city. Southern hospitality is very much alive in this city despite the modern day hustle and bustle. This family-friendly city provides unlimited entertainment possibilities. Take your family to the world-famous Georgia Acquarium. The aquarium is the world’s largest with over 8 million gallons of water. Both entertaining and educational, the aquariums mission is to instill in visitors a new appreciation of life in our oceans. For the sport’s minded family, the city is home to major league teams. In the spring enjoy baseball and basketball with the Atlanta Braves and the Atlanta Falcons. In the fall, football and hockey events with Atlanta Hawks and the Atlanta Thrashers are sure to please.

Museums and art galleries are plentiful downtown. One of the most visited is the The High Museum of Art known as one of the leading art museum in the Southeastern United States. With over 11,000 pieces of art, you will need to spend a day exploring it’s halls. Some of the art galleries you will be able to enjoy are the Catherine Kelleghan Art Gallery featuring contemporary and innovative art and Ford Smith Fine art featured art by its namesake. Ford Smith was named one of the Top Artitist by Art Business News in 2007 and 2008.

Atlanta is a shopping mecca with more than eight major shopping centers within the city limits. Hundreds of speciality shops and boutiques await for your shopping pleasure.

This New Years, consider a home in Atlanta. Atlanta has everything that you might be looking for: beautiful residential communities, award winning schools, higher education opportunities, world-class entertainment and diverse shopping and dining options.



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