So, you've decided to buy one of our Atlanta homes for sale and relocate to the Big Peach. Congratulations!

Our REALTORS® want to know more about what this city you've decide to make your home.  Let's talk about Atlanta and everything a prospective new resident should know:

Atlanta Job Market

When it comes to employment opportunities, Atlanta is by far one of the best places to be in today's United States. It is home to a slew of Fortune 100, 500, and 1000 companies including Delta, UPS, and Home Depot. Coca-Cola, which started there in 1885, has a strong presence. Low business costs have helped to drive a wave of startups and small businesses.

Atlanta Cost of Living

The cost of living in Atlanta is a hair below the national average and far lower than many other cities with comparable amenities. Although you won't be renting, it's telling that a 900 square foot apartment in an average area runs about $1,200 a month. Dinner out for two costs about $45.

Best Reasons to Move to Atlanta

There are many good reasons to move to Atlanta. In fact, it's one of the most enticing metro destinations around – and, perhaps, #1 on the eastern seaboard behind New York City itself.

Some of our top reasons include:

• Hotlanta Nightlife
  Atlanta's amazing nightlife means the party never has to stop. And it's not just college kids: Established professionals mix and mingle at the classy lounges and restaurants. Thanks to the high concentration of theaters and music venues, there truly is a live show every night.
• Centennial Olympic Park
  Centennial Olympic Park is one of the top landmarks in all of Atlanta and a perfect place to visit with family. Kids love this 21-acre green space, ideal for picnics or Frisbee. Community sports and other events take place here regularly. Don't miss the giant Olympic ring-themed fountains!
• Professional Sports
  There are all kinds of opportunities to enjoy professional sports up close and personal here in Atlanta. You'll see baseball from the Braves, football from the Falcons, basketball, soccer, and even tennis: In fact, Atlanta hosts the annual BB&T Atlanta Open every year.

Best Atlanta Neighborhoods

Of course, our real estate agents will be glad to help you choose the best Atlanta neighborhoods for your house hunt. If you're still early in the process, it's a great idea to start with these areas:

• Castleberry Hill
  Perched in the southwestern corner of Atlanta's hopping downtown area is Castleberry Hill. It's well-regarded as one of America's last historic warehouse districts, the center of a flourishing local arts and culture scene. Small eateries and street festivals give the area charm.
• Fairlie Poplar
  How would you like to live in an area listed on the National Register of Historic Places? It is reputed far and wide for its gorgeous architecture and many cultural institutions that define what it means to be from Atlanta: Don't miss out on seeing the original 1897 Flatiron Building.
• Midtown
  Midtown is popular among young professionals for all kinds of reasons. It is the centerpiece of the city's best shopping and boasts some of its most acclaimed restaurants. It is also one of the most walkable areas of a city that is typically considered to be car-dependent.

At Josey Young & Brady Realty, our team will support you every step of the way as you plan your next act here in "Hotlanta." Contact us to find out more today.