As discussed in my previous posting, I am going to share my thoughts about the different lofts available in Atlanta as I learn about them myself. Although I don't have the knowledge of Nesa, “The Loft Specialist”, sometimes a layman's perspective is helpful as well.

Around the corner from our newly opened office in Castleberry Hill is a new loft development that has only a few lofts left. For those of you who like the newer, contemporary feel these may be just the loft for you!

Frequently when a building has only a few units left, the developer is ready to move on to the next project which means good incentives for you! On the final units they are offering $4000 in closing costs if you use their preferred lender. They are also offering 2 years of HOA fees which is a screaming deal! If you use us (The Loft Stop) as your Buyer's Agent for this purchase, we will also add our own incentive of a $500 gift card to the store of your choice at closing. Remember, our services are completely free to you, so why not have your own representation to protect your interests? They have 1 bedroom flats starting at $178K and go up to $375 for a 2 bedroom with a rooftop deck.

All in all, I liked these lofts. The location is perfect for walking to retail and restaurants in Castleberry Hill….which is always a plus.

That's my 2 cents.

Melissa

Before I begin, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Melissa and I am the Office Manager for The Loft Stop as well as a Licensed Real Estate Agent. I am fairly new to the business so I am working hard on learning about the Lofts around Atlanta. I frequently pick Nesa's brain about the various buildings. Anyway, since I am going to the loft buildings to look at what they are all about, I thought it may be helpful to post my thoughts and opinions on a few of them. Hopefully, my perspective will be helpful for those of you looking to purchase a loft.

I look forward to a great year learning about real estate and lofts. With some help from Nesa, the “Loft Specialist” and a lot of my own research that should be a good start!

Happy Loft Hunting!

 
A question that I get asked a lot is what neighborhoods are the best for investment.  There are a ton of variables that go into answering that question, is it purchasing a condo or loft in the oh so popular neighborhood of Midtown where they are desperately trying to create the “Peachtree Mile” or is it in the smaller neighborhoods that are still in transition.  We always hear that “location” is the best way to go, but is it????  Midtown is on the way to becoming a walkable neighborhood but with the amount of newly constructed hi-rise buildings that are so similar to one another it is becoming more difficult to gain that instant equity.  Personally, I feel that if you buy in Midtown you better hold onto that property for at least 5 years until the building of new condo hi-rises slow down.   Areas such as Cabbagetown, Grant Park, and Castleberry Hill are areas that are growing rapidly and quickly becoming more desirable areas to live in.  These areas are small neighborhoods so you don't have to worry about competing with as much new construction as what you would in Midtown.  

The next subject that I will write about are which buildings are the best investment……stay tuned!  Nesa Kleinheksel - The Loft Stop