If It's Wednesday, It Must Must Be Market Condition's Wednesday!

Today, the focus is on VININGS, GA

Vinings is a census-designated place and an unincorporated town in Cobb County, Georgia just across the Chattahoochee River from Atlanta. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 9,677. The town is located between the affluent West Paces Ferry section of Buckhead in northwest Atlanta, and suburban Smyrna in Cobb County. The U.S. Postal Service uses "Atlanta" for all Vinings addresses (ZIP CODE 30339) and "Vinings" is, paradoxically listed as "not acceptable".

Home Depot is headquartered just outside Vinings.

For comparative purposes and to give you the "big picture" of the Atlanta real estate landscape today, it might might interest you to know that as I write this at 11:07AM, there is a total of 64,030 homes on the market in the entire Atlanta metro area including both single family and condo/town homes.

Likewise, compare that to only 64 single family homes and 184 condo/town home properties available today in Vinings.

Actively Listed Single Family Homes
This week, the 64 Actively Listed single family homes in Vinings range in price from $199,500 to $3.2 million. The lowest priced property at $199,500 was built in 1977. The is available for CASH/REHAB loans only. It is a contemporary style needing a total renovation. The property offers 3 bedrooms/2 full bathrooms and offers 2,524 square feet and a lot size of .508 acres. On the other side of the coin, the highest priced single family home in Vinings is priced at $3.2 million and offers 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 2 half bathrooms. The property is a charming and spacious Cape Cod situated on 5.26 flat acres with over 500 feet of river frontage. Please note this house is NOT in a flood plain. This private oasis featuring large flat grassy fields, hardwoods, walking trails, and barns is ideal for an equestrian center, large scale outdoor entertaining and events, or development into multiple riverfront lots. Perfect for those desiring privacy in the heart of Vinings, and the convenience of being minutes from Buckhead, the Cobb Centre, Cumberland and Galleria Malls and needing quick access to both I-285 and I-75. This house offers an open floor plan with more than 5,000 square feet of heated living space.Truly a beautiful home!

Actively Listed CONDO/TOWN HOME Properties
Currently there are 184 actively listed town home properties in Vinings. They range in price from $49,900 to $2.5 million. The property listed at $49,900 is located in the Parkwood complex and offers 1 bedroom/1 full bathroom on one level with upgrades. This property was built in 2006 and offers gleaming hardwood floors, stainless appliances, granite, and is located on the top level with a balcony.

The highest priced condo is located in the high-rise Aberdeen complex and offers incredible views of the Atlanta, Midtown, Buckhead, Dunwoody skyline as well as 4 bedrooms/4 full and 1 half bathroom for $2.465 million. All on one level this unit is huge with 4,846 square feet. The required monthly association fee is $1696/month. The master suite offers a beautiful southern fireplace, his/her closets, bath, sitting room and private outdoor terrace. Tons of amenities too numerous to mention.

Believe it or not homes are selling in Vinings!

PENDING SALE
There are 4 single family homes currently listed as Pending Sale in Vinings. These homes range in price from $530,000 to $1.5 million. Likewise, currently there are 28Condo / Town Homes pending sale in Vinings. This units range in price from $67,000 to $489,000.

SOLD
Since January 1st, there have been 17 single family homes SOLD in Vinings. These homes ranged in price from $150,000 for a total renovation property to $1.750 million. Also since January 1st through today there have been a total of 38 condo/town homes sold in Vinings and ranging in price from $63,000 to $662,000.

As you can clearly see, homes are selling in VININGS, GA. Call me for a tour of a home in Vinings or questions regarding the Vinings and Atlanta metro real estate market in general or specifics regarding the pre-approval/buying/selling/relocation process.

Sara Hibbard is a licensed Realtor in the State of Georgia and works in the Atlanta metro area. Call Sara with your many questions regarding the Atlanta metro real estate market in general or specifics regarding the buying / selling process. Sara Hibbard looks forward to assisting all your real estate needs when the time is right for you. Sara can be reached any time by calling 770-399-8108 or e-mail at sara@sarahibbard.com. Sara Hibbard is Glad Georgia Real Estate Is On Your Mind!

Set The Stage For a Successful Sale

Set the Stage for a Successful Sale
Want to get top dollar for your home? Start by “staging” your house—sprucing it up to make it as appealing as possible for the largest audience. You don’t need to spend a fortune to make a fantastic first impression on would-be buyers. It’s often the smaller improvements that have the most dramatic impact and ensure a quick sale.

Home-staging basics:

Clean, clean, clean - A sparkling house will show buyers the home has been well-maintained. Clean the carpets, scrub the bathrooms and the kitchen, dust the light fixtures and make sure the windows are spotless. Pay attention to overlooked areas like window sills and the top of the fridge.

Get rid of the clutter - Buyers should easily visualize themselves in the home without being distracted by your stuff. Remove personal photos, trophies, paperwork and knickknacks. Organize all of your rooms and closets to make them look larger, and keep kitchens and bathroom counters cleared of frequently used products.

Brighten the mood - Extra light makes your home more cheerful and inviting. Allow the natural light in by keeping drapes and blinds opened. Make sure all the bulbs in the house work properly, and leave the lights turned on during showings.

Add a coat of paint - Painting can do wonders to refresh the interior of your home. Go with neutral colors, since they have the widest appeal.

Freshen up the place - Minimize the odors in your house. Open the windows for 15-30 minutes each day to air it out. Keep litter boxes clean and avoid cooking greasy or strong-smelling foods that can linger. Some people even bake cookies to create a welcoming atmosphere.

The small investment you make to stage your home is well worth it. According to a 2010 report by the Real Estate Staging Association, homes that are staged can sell 78 percent faster than unstaged houses. Don’t want to do it yourself? A professional home stager can work within your budget and target specific areas to help raise the value of your home without the need for major renovations.

Sara Hibbard is a licensed Realtor in the State of Georgia. Sara is Glad Georgia Real Estate Is On Your Mind! Please feel free to contact Sara anytime with your many questions regarding the Atlanta metro real estate market in general or specifics regarding the selling / buying / staging /pre-approval process. Sara Hibbard looks forward to answering your many real estate questions when the time is right for you. Sara is easily reached at 770-399-8108 or e-mail her at sara@SaraHibbard.com.