In 2013, Forbes magazine named Atlanta as one of the “Best Places for Businesses and Careers,” and rightfully so. From Fortune 500 companies to small startups, the city’s economy is booming, and each day, thousands of people commute from the suburbs and beyond.
However, not everyone enjoys spending hours of time stuck in traffic, and more and more of Atlanta’s employees are choosing to live close to work. Many of the city’s new high-rise condos are making that easier than ever with their luxurious amenities, beautiful residences and convenient locations.
1. Seventh Midtown
Location: 867 Peachtree Street
Price: Residences start in the $700s
Features and Amenities: The two- and three-bedroom homes at Seventh Midtown range from 1,805 to 2,874 square feet and come with modern finishes from designers like Sub-Zero, Waterworks, Wolf, Pedini and Silestone. The building was constructed with environmental impact in mind, which means features like high-efficiency LED lighting and HVAC systems and low-flow bathroom fixtures.
More Reasons to Fall in Love: Location, location, location. The building sits in the heart of Midtown and within walking distance of some of the city’s most popular restaurants and stores. Hotspots like the Fox Theatre, Piedmont Park and the High Museum of Art are all just a few blocks away.
2. 1065 Midtown
Location: 1065 Peachtree Street (above the Loews Hotel)
Price: Residences start at $990,000
Features and Amenities: Each floor of 1065 Midtown has only five or less residences, and two- and three-bedroom homes are available from 1,182 to 2,819 square feet. They feature floor-to-ceiling glass, private entrances and elevators, hardwood and stone floors, private terraces, chef’s kitchens with granite, high-end appliances and more. A 24-hour concierge, spa, gym and housekeeping are just a few of the amenities available.
More Reasons to Fall in Love: Not only is 1065 Midtown within walking distance of some of the hottest restaurants, shops and entertainment opportunities in town, but no matter which luxurious residence you choose, you have a beautiful view of the city skyline and Piedmont Park. There is nothing else like it in Atlanta.
3. One Museum Place
Location: 1301 Peachtree Street
Price: Residences start in the $980’s – $3,000,000+
Features and Amenities: An intimate collection of 44 homes, One Museum Place is a mid-rise is situated in the heart of Atlanta. With homes ranging in size from 1,700 – 5,000 sq. ft., residents will enjoy modern features with luxury finishes. Amenities include an owner’s lounge, catering kitchen, a private conditioned beverage storage, meeting space, patio, guest suite, a fully equipped fitness center with a juice bar, massage room and aerobics studio.
More Reasons to Fall in Love: Located directly across from the High Museum of Art, One Museum Place’s location is unmatched. Led by John Wieland’s vision to create an enduring legacy, this exclusive project is under construction with an expected completion date of mid-2016. Exit One Museum Place to the back and you will find yourself in Ansley Park. Live in the heartbeat of Atlanta’s bustling arts district and within walking distance of some of the city’s most popular restaurants and stores.
4. Sovereign
Location: 3344 Peachtree Road (between the 28th and 50th floors) in Buckhead
Price: Residences start at $1,430,000
Features and Amenities: Sovereign is home to 82 two- and three-bedroom residences with beautiful, state-of-the-art interiors. Kitchens come with Sub-Zero refrigerators, Wolf microwaves and Asko dishwashers, as well as stone floors and custom cabinetry, while the spa-like bathrooms feature brushed nickel fixtures, separate water closets, dual vanities and jetted tubs.
More Reasons to Fall in Love: When it comes to amenities, Sovereign has the upper hand on every other high-rise in town. There is the immaculate pool and spa on the 28th floor, a restaurant, a bank, a hair salon and full valet and concierge services, just to name a few.
To learn more about how you can cut out your commute and call one of Atlanta’s elegant high-rise buildings home, contact Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty at 404.237.5000.