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NEIGHBORHOODS
Brookhaven was originally developed around 1910 as Atlanta’s first country club neighborhood, The Capital City Club; it is located in the northern area of Atlanta just north of Buckhead and south of Dunwoody. It is also home to Ogelthorpe University and centrally located with easy access to I85, I285 and GA 400. Brookhaven is an enclave of prestigious and elegant Tudor, Colonial, Georgian, and English cottage homes they are full of charm and luxury. Brookhaven is indicative of lush landscapes, beautiful gardens, mature trees and meandering streets.
Buckhead is a community, comprising several neighborhoods, forming roughly the northern one-fifth of Atlanta, Georgia and just inside the perimeter. It lies on GA 400, and in minutes you can be on I-285 or I-75/85. Buckhead is one of Atlanta's most important business districts, and includes Atlanta's wealthiest neighborhoods. Most people are surprised to find lush green coverage and rolling hills that encompass these neighborhoods. Buckhead is also an entertainment and shopping mecca, including Lenox Square Mall, Phipps Plaza, two of the most sought after shopping destinations in the Southeast. Nearby communities include Brookwood Hills, Collier Hills, Peachtree Hills, Garden Hills, Peachtree Park, and Pine Hills.
Decatur was originally called Dawson's Camp; it was founded at the intersection of two Native American trails. It is named for American naval officer Stephen Decatur, who fought in the War of 1812. Decatur was incorporated in 1822, making this the oldest city in DeKalb County. It is a little city in and of itself; the quaint little downtown is the main attraction, it is full of personality from the retro shops to the cool restaurants. Older brick homes, smaller bungalows and cottage homes are abundant types of Real Estate available in the Decatur area. Avondale Estates and Winnona Park are nearby communities.
Ansley Park is a prestigious residential neighborhood and home to the Ansley Park Country Club. It is located just east of Midtown and north of Piedmont Park, with extremely easy access to downtown and all major interstates. The neighborhood began construction in 1905 as Atlanta's first automobile oriented community and ended as one of Atlanta's premier residential Real Estate areas. Developer Edwin Ansley patterned the entire neighborhood after the North Druid Hills area of Atlanta.
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