Atlanta condos and townhomes offer carefree urban living

By Judy Putnam

Atlanta is enjoying a renaissance of intown living. New gleaming high-rise condominiums that come with sweeping views are filling the city’s downtown skyline, and townhomes and lofts nestled in nearby communities are attracting people relocating to the metro area.

Whether you’re looking for such on-site amenities as concierge service, pools, private spas and state-of-the-art health clubs that condominium living offers or seeking a live, work, play townhome and loft community where you can walk out your door to shops, restaurants and entertainment, Atlanta
offers a plethora of choices.

Following are profiles of some of the metro area’s newest developments.

One Vinings Mountain
Breathtaking views and luxury high-rise living

Location: Vinings Price Range: $463,500 to $2.9 million
Building Stats: 156 residences, 12 stories, 1 building
You can walk to: Casual dining, retail shops, library, theater and grocery.

From penthouses to one-, two- and three-bedroom homes, the Vinings high-rise comes with dramatic vistas of the city. At nearly 1,500 feet of elevation, residents take in panoramic views of the city.

The penthouse features a 2,600 square-foot rooftop terrace, including an outdoor kitchen, open-air patio, covered outdoor living rooms and breathtaking views.
Master retreats include designer plush carpet with Travertine floor tile, granite vanity tops, Kohler tub and fixtures and frameless showers in the master bath. In the kitchen is custom cabinetry with under-the-counter lighting, granite counter tops and a built-in 36” Sub-Zero refrigerator.

Amenities: A health club and aerobics room, golf driving cage and practice room, spa, library and onsite Wi-Fi connection, clubroom with wet bar and catering kitchen, and a resident’s meeting and media room. Outdoors is an infinity-edge pool, front lawn and garden, a 15,000 square-foot residence pet and pedestrian park, an outdoor pavilion and fireplace, and car wash/detailing plus 24-hour concierge.

Contact info: (770) 438-7250; oneviningsmountain.com

1010 Midtown
Luxury living in the center of Midtown

Location: Midtown Price Range: $220,000 to $1 million plus
Building Stats: The 35-story building includes 443 residents and is the first of four phases of 12th and Midtown, a new 3 million square-foot mixed-use development spanning four blocks.
You can walk to: Parks, theaters, museums, restaurants and shops.

Homebuyers choose from a variety of one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans ranging in size from 760 to 2,970 square feet which feature 10-foot ceilings, a wall of windows and a panoramic view of the city. Interiors include hardwood floors, wood cabinetry, granite countertops, tiled baths with garden tubs and frameless glass showers.

1010 Midtown is set to be the cornerstone of Midtown Alliance’s “Midtown Mile,” a 14-block development on Peachtree Street between North Avenue and 14th Street with 50,000 square feet of street-level retail space and restaurants.

Amenities: State-of-the-art fitness center, clubroom, secure private parking, swimming pool, private deck-top plaza, keyless building access and 24-hour concierge.
Contact info: (404) 815-4622; 1010midtown.com

10 Terminus Place
Upscale lifestyle in the heart of Buckhead

Location: Buckhead Price Range: $300,000 to $3.5 million
Building Stats: 137 homes, three residential towers; two office buildings
You can walk to: Fine dining and upscale shopping, including two premier shopping destinations, Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza.

A virtual pedestrian village where residents can live, work, shop and dine, the tony residence also touts a prestigious address. Located in the heart of the city at Peachtree and Piedmont roads, 10 Terminus Place offers 28 one- two- and three-bedroom floor plans with 10-foot ceilings and hardwood floors throughout living areas and private balconies with sweeping views of the city and suburbs.
Kitchens come with European-designed cabinetry, Wolf duel-fuel range and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. Bedrooms are carpeted with walk-in closets and private balconies; in the bathrooms marble countertops, oversized tubs and imported tile are standard.

Amenities: The unique 14th floor amenity deck comes with a salt water pool and spa, a massage treatment room, full catering kitchen, bar, clubroom, media room and fitness room with outdoor stretching area.

Also included are two fully furnished guest suites, business office and dog walk, secured parking and storage, a round-the-clock doorman and daytime concierge service.
Contact info: (404) 407-2040; liveatterminus.com

The Astoria at the Aramore
Intown living at its best

Location: Midtown Price Range: $400,000s to $900,000s
Building Stats: 16-story building with 71 residences
You can walk to: Shops, art galleries, grocery stores and restaurants.

The Astoria at The Aramore is reminiscent of a boutique hotel of the past. Available are 15 one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans and two penthouse floor plans. Homes feature 10-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, expansive terraces, his-and-her master spas, separate walk-in shower, granite, marble and limestone countertops.

Amenities: Pool, heated spa, outdoor fireplace, private poolside cabanas, poolside summer kitchens and grilling areas, state-of-the-art wellness center, clubroom with catering kitchen, dining hall, media room, grand lobby with 24/7concierge service, private guest suite, fenced pet area, gated parking behind building, over an acre of green space, street-level retail, dry cleaning services, and controlled access to residential spaces.

Contact info: (404) 355-6999; theastoriacondos.com

Avignon at Vinings
Old World charm in historic Vinings

Location: Vinings Price Range: $400,000s to $1.2 million
Building Stats: 62 village condominiums, 85 village townhomes and 25 single-family villas.
You can walk to: Shops, grocery stores and casual dining.

Homeowners choose from 13 one-, two- or three-bedroom condo plans, six two-, three- and four-bedroom townhome plans and five three- and four-bedroom single-family plans.

Condominium interiors feature timbered 10-foot ceilings and large terraces. Townhomes offer castle entry doors, radius staircases, custom cabinetry and outdoor fireplaces. Single family homes are of French provincial design with wrought-iron staircases, open beam timbered ceilings and basements. Exteriors are brick and stone. Residents in the private gated community with guard house have panoramic views of Atlanta’s skyline.

Amenities: The community features a clubhouse with swimming pool, wine tasting room and caterer’s kitchen, wellness center including spa and fitness facilities and a gate house with 24-hour concierge, fenced dog park and outdoor overlooks.

Contact info: (678) 309-3183; AvignonAtVinings.com

eon at Lindbergh
Live, work, play in Buckhead

Location: Buckhead Price Range: From the $180,000s
Building Stats: Two buildings, five stories, 352 residences
You can walk to: The Lindbergh MARTA station and a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment.

Homes come with Energy Star Whirlpool stainless steel kitchen appliances and 42-inch cabinets with granite counter tops and 10-foot or 12-foot ceilings, depending on the location. Hardwood floors in the entry way, kitchen, living and dining rooms.

Bedrooms have Berber carpet, baths feature granite vanity tops, ceramic floor tile, garden tubs and separate glass-door showers and private balconies with skyline views of Buckhead and Midtown. Buyers choose from 16 one- and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from 700 to 1,171 square-feet.

Built by EarthCraft standards, a green building program endorsed by the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, eon offers homebuyers energy-efficient homes that can increase energy efficiency by 30 percent.

Amenities: Spanning over three acres, residents enjoy two landscaped pool areas, one with courtyard and sun terrace and two grilling areas; the second, a lap pool with an outdoor kitchen and garden. Two club rooms, a fitness center, courtyard with fountain, underground parking with direct elevator access to residential floors, security with controlled building access, pet-friendly walking trail and an upscale restaurant.

Contact info: (404) 846-2208; eonatlindbergh.com

Paces325
Dynamic living in a dynamic location

Location: Buckhead Price Range: $199,900 to $1 million
Building Stats: 206 residences, 22 stories, one building
You can walk to: The Streets of Buckhead with cafes, shops, restaurants and international boutiques, all due to open fall 2009.

Residents enjoy the grand rotunda entry featuring an elegant marble lobby, 24-hour concierge service and a spectacular view of Buckhead and the downtown skyline.

Homes feature private balconies, trey ceilings in the living room, granite countertops, hardwood floors, oversized garden tubs and hardwood cabinetry. Buyers select from 15 one- and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from 800 to 1,400 square feet.

Amenities: Fourth floor rooftop pool with sundeck and Wi-Fi; outdoor grilling area and cabana; tennis court; fitness center with Cybex equipment, free weights, changing rooms and showers; 1,800 square-foot entertainment center with bar and lounge; 24-hour concierge service; and controlled-access covered parking.

Contact info: (404) 846-8844; paces325.com

Candler Grove
Charming luxury Intown living

Location: Intown Price Range: $489,000 to $639,000
Building Stats: Four buildings with 23 residences; three-story all brick townhomes
You can walk to: Parks, library, shops, grocery store, hospital, schools, restaurants and public transportation, all within a few blocks.

The upscale townhome community offers residents convenient intown living. Homebuyers select from five floor plans for three- and four-bedroom residences.

Standard in the townhomes are 10-foot ceilings on the main floor, raised panel, solid core doors throughout, 7-inch crown molding, a gas log fireplace and built-in book cases.

Gourmet kitchens include stainless steel Viking appliances, 42” stained cabinets, granite countertops, and tile backsplash. The owner’s retreat features trey ceilings, double vanities with granite vanity tops, walk-in closets, jetted tub and separate tiled shower with frameless glass enclosure.

Amenities: Vibrant downtown area filled with activity, city park with swim and tennis in a walkable community.
Contact info: (404) 373-5825; candlergrove.com

One River Place
Live in luxury on the river

Location: Sandy Springs Price Range: High $100,000’s to over $1 million
Building Stats: 442 residences, two condominium developments, three townhome developments.
You can walk to: The Chattahoochee River, fine dining and parks.

Situated near Powers Ferry just inside the Perimeter (I-285), the new riverfront community offers outdoor enthusiasts’ access to Palisades National Park for fishing, kayaking, canoeing and hiking.

Condominium buyers select from 12 one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans at River House and four two- and three-bedroom plans at Sanctuary. Townhome buyers choose from 11 three- and four-bedroom plans at Brownstones, the Club Homes offer eight three-and four-bedroom plans and Garden Homes buyers chose from four three- and four-bedroom floor plans.

River House offers courtyard views and direct access to the river. Sanctuary is a secluded enclave of only 38 homes. The Brownstone homes feature rooftop terraces and the Club Homes feature brick exteriors and two-story bay windows. The Garden Homes feature front porches, private decks and two- and three-car garages.

Amenities: Gated community, fully-staffed Resident Club, concierge services, two garden pools and waterfall, fully-equipped 24-hour health club, spa treatment room and services, multi-media entertainment room, morning coffee bar with Internet access, outdoor kitchen and fire pit, lakeside patio with open-air fireplace, pet park and walking trails.

Contact info: (770) 952-0055; oneriverplaceatlanta.com

Serrano
Convenient high-rise living minutes from everywhere

Location: Sandy Springs Price Range: From the low $300,000s
Building Stats: 150 homes, five stories, one building
You can walk to: Retail shops, restaurants, coffee shops, mass transit system.

Located just off Ga. 400 north and I-285, residents enjoy living near work with easy access to the Perimeter Mall area and Buckhead at the Mediterranean-styled condos.

Available are one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans from 1,000 to 1,700 square feet. Homes feature hardwood floors in living areas, designer lighting and plumbing fixtures; kitchens include granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, solid wood cabinets and a wine cooler. Master baths feature a double vanities, a seamless glass shower, large soaking tub and cable outlet.

Amenities: Swimming pool, landscaped courtyard with fountain, outdoor grill, shaded patios, stone fireplace and social area, clubhouse with full kitchen, flat screen TV, double-sided fireplace, state-of-the-art fitness center with his- and her-saunas, media room, business center with conference room, storage facilities, secured parking and pet walk.

Contact info: (770) 379-9399; serranoatlanta.com

Villa Sonoma
Tranquil retreat and carefree lifestyle

Location: Dunwoody Price Range: $130,000s to $220,000s
Building Stats: 321 homes, four stories, four buildings
You can walk to: Fine dining, entertainment and shopping.

Located near the intersection of Ashford-Dunwoody Road and the northern arc of I-285, Villa Sonoma is centrally located for easy access to shopping, dining hot-spots, premier schools, and a growing number of businesses and public transportation.

Interiors feature hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, raised panel cabinets and utility rooms with W/D connections. In the master suite are oversized walk-in closets and in the bath, a 36”-high vanity, Italian soaking tubs and ceramic tile. Buyers chose from 10 floor plans, four one-bedroom plans and six two-bedroom plans.

The former apartment community is located in the DeKalb County school districts of Montgomery Elementary and Chamblee Middle and High Schools and across the Interstate from Perimeter Mall, one of the area’s premier shopping destinations.

Amenities: Resort-style pool with tanning deck, clubhouse, pet walk area, fitness center, landscaped gardens, media room, billiards’ room, Wi-Fi service in common areas, private tanning room, covered parking, MARTA and Perimeter area shuttle, controlled access.

Contact info: (404) 847-1242; villasonoma.net

Village Place Brookhaven
Convenient pedestrian-friendly lifestyle in Buckhead

Location: Buckhead Price Range: $229,900 to $800,000s
Building Stats: 52 homes, 41 flats, three townhomes, eight live, work, play units
You can walk to: Parks, restaurants, shopping, library, mass transit system

Residents at Village Place enjoy the ambiance of living in a historic community located on the northern edge of Buckhead. Buyers select from 52 homes with 28 different plans, including, lofts and townhomes. Exteriors are brick, stone and hardcoat stucco, private balcony, elevator access at each level and underground parking.

Located in unincorporated DeKalb County, Village Place Brookhaven is in the Sarah Smith Elementary, Sutton Middle School and North Atlanta High School districts.

Amenities: A pedestrian friendly community tucked in the heart of Brookhaven, 1/4 mile east of Peachtree Road. Residents enjoy restaurants, a new tavern, spas, specialty and upscale clothing shops. Brookhaven is also home to two of the city’s historic private golf clubs, Capital City Club and Peachtree Golf Club and two of the city’s tony shopping destinations, Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza, are less than a mile away.

Contact info: (404) 816-2323; villageplacebrookhaven.com