Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Ryan Burris Joins The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team

Ryan Burris Joins The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team

Ryan Burris,  a real estate sales professional in Alpharetta, Georgia has joined the Keller Williams North Atlanta Market Center.

“The team and I are trilled to announce the addition of Ryan Burris to our team.” said Mary Ellen Vanaken, leader of The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team. “Keller Williams offers its associates unparalleled career growth and lifelong learning opportunities in the real estate industry. Ryan with his business background in customer service and sales is great fit. We know our clients will agree.”

Ryan is a graduate of Wingate University with a degree in Business Management. He began his career in customer service as a restaurant manger. After many successful years, Ryan transitioned his business career to the corporate setting, as an Inside Sales Professional and Trainer with Reliance Worldwide Corporation and later as Operations Manager with DataComm Electronics. Voted “Most Valuable Teammate” by his peers at an annual team meeting, Ryan excels in understanding his customers needs and the trends to strategically grow a business. Working alongside a sales team has helped Ryan grow an appreciation for sales and the work ethic needed to maintain clients trust. Ryan lives with his wife in Alpharetta, where they recently purchased their first home. They enjoy what the area has to offer by making frequent visits to local food truck events, farmers markets, and much more! Ryan will use his customer service experience and attention to detail to not only find exactly what you want in your next home but bring you all the way through a smooth closing and move in.

Keller Williams has put its mark on the real estate industry by offering comprehensive educational resources and technological tools. In 2015 Training Magazine named the company as the No.1 training organization across all industries in the world.

The North Atlanta Market Center is located at 5780 Windward Parkway, Suite 100, Alpharetta, Georgia 30005.  To learn more about Keller Williams, call Mary Ellen Vanaken at 678.212.5230  or visit www.northatlantaluxury.com.

About Keller Williams Realty, Inc.
Austin-Texas based Keller Williams Realty, Inc. is the largest real estate franchise by agent count in the world with 700 offices and 125,000 associates across the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. In 2015, Training Magazine named Keller Williams the No. 1 training organization across all industries in the world.

Since 1983, Keller Williams has grown exponentially and continues to cultivate an agent-centric, education-based, technology-driven culture that rewards agents as stakeholders. The company also provides specialized agents in luxury homes, commercial and farm and ranch properties.
For more information, visit www.kw.com.

Ryan Burris Joins The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team

Thursday, July 21, 2016

5530 Buck Hollow Drive, Alpharetta, GA Home Just Listed

5530 Buck Hollow Drive, Alpharetta, GA Home Just Listed

Presented by The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team - Keller Williams Realty North Atlanta.


This meticulously maintained brick, European custom home in the desirable Alpharetta, Georgia community of DeerLake is now available.  5530 Buck Hollow Drive, Alpharetta, GA is offered at $585,00 this home will not be on the market for very long.

Join us for an OPEN HOUSE ~ JULY 24 ~ 2:00-4:00PM 5530 BUCK HOLLOW DRIVE, ALPHARETTA, GA.  



The home is move-in ready with upscale details and features. Hardwood floors, plantation shutters, custom built-ins, plenty of natural light throughout open floorplan are included. Five spacious bedrooms are enhanced by a fully-updated gourmet kitchen with upscale appliances and breakfast nook that opens to tiered decks & a private, professionally-landscaped fenced yard. The premium-finished terrace level with in-law suite also offers a full kitchen, soundproof media room, wet bar, game room and more!



Other features include:

*22 Foot Foyer
*French doors leading to a spacious Library/Study with built in bookcases
*2 story Great Room with double mantle fireplace surrounded by built-ins
*Shade Tree Property
*Superior Trim and Moldings
*Abundant Storage



DeerLake is minutes from Georgia Highway 400, the popular Avalon Shopping Center and the nationally ranked Lambert High School. The community offers a park like atmosphere with sidewalks and a lake perfect for fishing. Six tennis courts and a full time tennis pro is available for the tennis enthusiast.  Additional amenities include swim, tennis, fitness trail, ball field, and Clubhouse. A great Alpharetta home with Forsyth County Taxes!


The city of Alpharetta provides a growing business community, mixed with a small town ambiance within thirty minutes to the city of Atlanta. Here, businesses and residents alike, enjoy a friendly community complete with a thriving economy and a school system known for its excellence. Alpharetta is what it claims itself to be: Awesome! Alpharetta offers its residents a thriving culinary scene, luxury accommodations, exciting recreation, trendy entertainment and endless shopping opportunities.

This home is presented by The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team of Keller Williams Realty North Atlanta. 5780 Windward Parkway, Suite 100, Alpharetta, GA 30005 ~ www.northatlantaluxury.com

5530 Buck Hollow Drive, Alpharetta, GA Home Just Listed 

Thursday, June 30, 2016

2016 Fireworks - North Atlanta Locations


Fourth of July in North Atlanta offers a variety of activities through which one can celebrate the nation's birthday! Fireworks remain the main attraction on Independence Day. Below are some of our favorite firework displays.



ALPHARETTA/MILTON, GA - CLICK HERE
The Fourth of July is an exciting time to visit Alpharetta.  Spend time with friends and family. Pack a picnic and be prepared to have a blast while listening to some fabulous tunes in Alpharetta.

ROSWELL, GA - CLICK HERE
This year’s 4th of July Fireworks display will be held on the grounds at Sweet Apple Elementary school

CUMMING, GA - CLICK HERE
Fireworks are a blast at the Cumming Fair Grounds.

DULUTH/JOHNS CREEK, GA- CLICK HERE
Celebrate Independence Day on Duluth Town Green with a fabulous firework display, rockin' bands and activities for all to enjoy.

SANDY SPRINGS/DUNWOODY, GA - CLICK HERE
It’s become a much-anticipated tradition, and on Sunday, July 3, 2016, the Sandy Springs community will gather once again at the Concourse Corporate Center lawn to celebrate the nation’s birthday as part of the City’s Stars and Stripes Celebration.  The community is invited to pack a picnic and enjoy the afternoon and evening on the lawn, with fireworks beginning at 9:45 p.m.

LAKE LANIER - GEORGIA'S POPULAR LAKE - CLICK HERE
From Friday, July 1, 2016 to Monday, July 4, 2016
Celebrate our nation's birthday with us! It's the perfect weekend to come ride the water slides, dip your toes in the lake, build a sandcastle along our pristine beach, and soak up the sun at LanierWorld!

Looking to move to one of these SPECTACULAR communities? Contact us today:

The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team - Keller Williams Realty North Atlanta
www.northatlantaluxury.com
5780 Windward, Suite 100, Alpharetta, GA 30005

HOMES CURRENTLY FOR SALE NEAR THESE LOCATIONS:


Alpharetta Ga Homes for Sale
Milton Ga Homes for Sale
Roswell Ga Homes for Sale
Cumming GA Homes for Sale
Duluth/Johns Creek GA Homes for Sale



Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Price Improvement in Creekstone Estates, Cumming, Georgia

Price Improvement in Creekstone Estates - $1,249,000



Meticulously maintained Jewel of Creekstone Estates 2425 Stone Wood Court, Cumming, Georgia, boasts wooded views, hidden meadow and level yard.


Nestled back on the cul de sac, the wooded filled 3+ acre estate features resort style two tier infinity pool with stone slide, large spa/hot tub, terrace backyard garden, and 3 large garages. Elegance, privacy and sophistication combine in this amazing home!


Fabulous layout with all the right spaces - entertain in the 12 person Dining Room, fireside formal Living Room, gourmet Kitchen or beneath the hand crafted barrel ceiling in the oversized Keeping Room.


Opulent master suite includes access to a covered porch that overlooks sweeping wooded views of the backyard and the pool. Upstairs each of the large bedrooms provide their own full baths. One of these upstairs bedrooms is a second master suite complete with custom built in closet, jacuzzi tub and more. 


The unfinished basement with 23 Ft. Ceilings waits to become the entertainment central area of the home. Imagine your kids entertaining their friends here. The home convenient to Georgia Highway 400,  shopping at The Collection Forsyth, public and private schools, Sharon Spring Park and the Greenway Trail. This exquisite home feels like a European Resort.


Children who live at Jewel of Creekstone Estates 2425 Stone Wood Court, Cumming, Georgia will attend the following award winning schools:

Shiloh Elementary, Piney Grove Middle, South Forsyth High School

~PRICE IMPROVEMENT -  $1,249,000 - Sophisticated Estate Home with 3+ Acres ~ 

Take a VIDEO TOUR of the property HERE.


Creekstone Estates is a family friendly community with luxurious homes in a variety of sizes and styles.  Residents enjoy restort  style amenities including an 8,000 square foot Clubhouse, 11 lighted tennis courts with Tennis Pro and Pro Shop, an Activities & Tennis Director, a fresh water lake, Jr. Olympic pool, fitness center, play field, tot lot, and outdoor athletic court.


Creekstone Estates is located in Cumming in South Forsyth County, just off GA400 at exit #13.  The location is ideal with great shopping ("The Collection") and parks (Sharon Springs Park) close by.  The public South Forsyth County school district is highly rated. South Forsyth High schools was voted by Newsweek in 2012 as one of America's best schools. 

Cumming, Georgia provides a growing business community, mixed with a small town ambiance within thirty minutes to the city of Atlanta. Here, businesses and residents alike, enjoy a friendly community complete with a thriving economy and a school system known for its excellence.

Cumming, Georgia is a part of Forsyth County, a county known to be a very affluent due to its closeness to downtown Atlanta and the commuter appeal for people working in Atlanta.

During the recent suburban expansion and rising housing prices of surrounding counties, a large amount of affluent professionals moved to Forsyth County and specifically Cumming, Georgia.
Cumming, Georgia's nearness to Atlanta and the Blue Ridge Mountains, along with bordering the 37,000 acre Lake Sidney Lanier makes the city a perfect place to live and do business. As the area remains one of the fastest growing communities in the nation, and with a School System that ranks among the highest, it is no wonder people love to live here.

2425 Stone Wood Court, Cumming, Georgia is presented by







The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team
Keller Williams Realty North Atlanta
5780 Windward Parkway
Suite 100
Alpharetta, GA 30005
www.northatlantaluxury.com
678.929.6529

Jewel of Creekstone Estates 2425 Stone Wood Court Cumming Georgia

Friday, June 10, 2016

Polo Fields Luxury - 6845 Woodspring Way, Cumming GA

Polo Fields Luxury - 6845 Woodspring Way, Cumming GA


Masterful design & modern luxury are uniquely embodied in updated 5 bedroom, 5 bath home with private backyard views.  Mahogany colored hardwood floors draw you into the foyer & flow through dining, kitchen & family rooms. Chef kitchen provides stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, tile backsplash & sun-filled breakfast room leading to expansive deck.

 
Master suite offers large walk-in closet, sophisticated bath with double sinks, spa tub & glass shower. Finished Terrace Level highlights Media & Rec Rooms, Wet Bar, Exercise Room, & Full Bath. Pristine living!

 

Polo Golf & Country Club offers a championship-style golf course and a family friendly community. Set in the Northern area of Atlanta, Polo Golf & Country Club is only 35 minutes north of I-285 and just a few miles west of Georgia 400. With over 1100 homes this wooded community offers a range of beautiful and stunning 2-story and ranch homes on outstanding landscaped home sites. Polo Golf & Country Club provides swim and tennis teams, social events, jogging trails, horseback riding and more.


Children who live at 6845 Woodspring Way in Polo Fields will attend the following schools:
Vickery Creek Elementary
Vickery Creek Middle School
West Forsyth High School

For more details and pictures CLICK HERE.

Cumming, Georgia provides a growing business community, mixed with a small town ambiance within thirty minutes to the city of Atlanta. Here, businesses and residents alike, enjoy a friendly community complete with a thriving economy and a school system known for its excellence.

Cumming, Georgia is a part of Forsyth County, a county known to be a very affluent due to its closeness to downtown Atlanta and the commuter appeal for people working in Atlanta.

During the recent suburban expansion and rising housing prices of surrounding counties, a large amount of professionals moved to Forsyth County and specifically Cumming, Georgia.

Cumming, Georgia's nearness to Atlanta and the Blue Ridge Mountains, along with bordering the 37,000 acre Lake Sidney Lanier makes the city a perfect place to live and do business. As the area remains one of the fastest growing communities in the nation, and with a School System that ranks among the highest, it is no wonder people love to live here.

Offered for $475,000

Polo Fields Luxury - 6845 Woodspring Way, Cumming GA is presented by:

The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team
Keller Williams Realty - North Atlanta
5780 Windward Parkway, Suite 100
Alpharetta, GA 30005
www.northatlantaluxury.com
678.929.6529

Polo Fields Luxury - 6845 Woodspring Way, Cumming GA

Friday, May 27, 2016

3304 Chipping Wood Court Alpharetta Georgia New Price!


3304 Chipping Wood Court Alpharetta Georgia Now Available

Presented by The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team - Keller Williams Realty North Atlanta
New Price - $599,999 - wow!


This meticulously maintained jewel at 3304 Chipping Wood Court in Alpharetta, Georgia's desirable gated community of Crooked Creek, boasts golf & lake views. 

Nestled back on the double cul de sac of a shade tree half acre lot, this elegant home features the most glorious views in the community. You will feel the day unwind as you relax on the back deck and take in the views of the community lake and the 17th hole of the golf course. 

Gleaming hardwood floors, in the grand foyer, draw you into the home and flow through to the dining room and kitchen.  Family meals prepared in the newly painted kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances is a chefs dream. There are plenty of cabinets for storage and counter space to spread out your dishes. The kids will love watching meals being prepared while sitting at the breakfast bar. Experience gentle breezes from the kitchens bay window as you sip your morning coffee.


The carpeted family room with a warm fireplace with fabulous built in bookcases on either side. The triple arched windows overlook the best views of the neighborhood showcasing the 17th hole of the golf course and lake. Step out onto your back deck and summer grilling will be joy. 


The homes 5 large bedrooms, 5 1/2 baths are just perfect for your large family and guests who come to visit. Children will find the bedrooms are perfect for resting, studying and playing. A 3 car side garage provides plenty of room for your cars, bikes and more.  

Imagine entertaining friends and family in your finished terrace level that is complete with a full bar with a pass through into the sitting area with a stone stacked fireplace and built-in bookcases. You will find there is plenty of additional space for watching TV, exercising or creating a home office. Access to private back yard is a bonus for those who love nature. 

Children who live here on Chipping Wood Court will attend the following schools:
 

Crooked Creek is one of the largest neighborhoods in the North Atlanta area and provides a wonderful southern lifestyle. The HOA fee is approximately $1,646 per household and residents enjoy amazing amenities including a Club House, Swimming Pool, Lighted Tennis Courts, Golf, and more. The pool activities offer fun for the whole family including holiday pool parties, music, birthday parties, special events, swim lessons and a swim team.  The lighted, hard tennis courts allow for both instruction and competitive teams. 

Privacy & sophistication combine to make this home a stunner with a convenient drive from downtown Alpharetta, Verizon Amphitheatre, mutliple parks, athletic fields, parks, shopping, restaurants and Georgia Highway 400.

This home is offered at $599,999. Contact us today for more details and to schedule a showing:

The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team
Keller Williams Realty North Atlanta
5780 Windward Parkway, Suite 100
Alpharetta, GA 30005
www.northatlantaluxury.com
678.929.6529

3304 Chipping Wood Court Alpharetta Georgia Now Available




Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Charming Home At 1575 Dawn Valley Trail, Cumming Ga

Charming Home At 1575 Dawn Valley Trail, Cumming Ga

You'll love this charming, two story home with a relaxing rocking chair front porch. 

This home will be able to view during an Open House - Sunday, May 22nd, 2:00-4:00PM.

1575 Dawn Valley Trail
The newly painted 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home with a 2 car garage will give you a generous open floor plan. Light oak colored hard wood floors draw you into the home and continue into the family room, dining room and kitchen. Bedrooms are large and bright and provide space for your kids to relax, study and play.

NEW Screened-in Porch

Enjoy the new screened-in porch with views of a private, leveled and fenced-in backyard. The back yard is perfect for a game of Badminton, Cornhole or to build your dream pool. Access to the porch is from the partially finished basement that provides plenty of room to spread out, watch the big game, play a game of ping pong and entertain your kids. 


For a VIDEO TOUR of this Charming Home At 1575 Dawn Valley Trail, Cumming Ga click below:



Situated in the friendly community of THORNGATE with a sought after school system in Cumming, Georgia, the amenities include Swimming Pool, Lighted Tennis Courts, Playground, Basketball Court, Clubhouse and Homeowner's Association.


Thorngate Community Pool
This home retains the value of peaceful living while being conveniently close to shops, schools and the Greenway Trail. Children who live in THORNGATE  will attend the following schools: Cumming Elementary, Otwell Middle School, Central High School

Offered at $329,900,  this property is only available to the buyer who acts NOW! Stop ready and start calling - 678.929.6529. Or Contact us by clicking HERE!


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Location of 1575 Dawn Valley Trail, Cumming, GA
Cumming, Georgia provides a growing business community, mixed with a small town ambiance within thirty minutes to the city of Atlanta. Here, businesses and residents alike, enjoy a friendly community complete with a thriving economy and a school system known for its excellence.

Cumming, Georgia is a part of Forsyth County, a county known to be a very affluent due to its closeness to downtown Atlanta and the commuter appeal for people working in Atlanta.

During the recent suburban expansion and rising housing prices of surrounding counties, a large amount of affluent professionals moved to Forsyth County and specifically Cumming, Georgia.

Cumming, Georgia's nearness to Atlanta and the Blue Ridge Mountains, along with bordering the 37,000 acre Lake Sidney Lanier makes the city a perfect place to live and do business. As the area remains one of the fastest growing communities in the nation, and with a School System that ranks among the highest, it is no wonder people love to live here.

This home is presented by

The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team
Keller Williams Realty - North Atlanta
5780 Windward Parkway, Suite 100
Alpharetta, GA 30005
www.northatlantaluxury.com
678.929.6529
   

Charming Home At 1575 Dawn Valley Trail, Cumming Ga