House Hunt: Brand New Homes, Great New Communities

This week House Hunt presents brand new homes in new Woodstock/Holly Springs communities, ranging in price from the mid $100s to high $300s. Quality builders, including Ashton Woods, KB Home and Brumby Homes have created beautiful new communities and energy efficient, award winning homes. Whether you are looking for a family oriented neighborhood near great schools or have a daily commute to downtown Atlanta, there’s a home to suit your needs and budget.

Also, check out the Open House this weekend on Forest Creek Drive in Canton/Holly Springs. This move-in-ready home has tons of custom upgrades including granite countertops and stained cabinets. With 2774 sq ft and priced at $199,900, it is a lot of home for the money!

Click on a picture in the photo gallery to see a listing description. Click on an address listed below and get directly linked to AOL Real Estate or the builder for complete listing information. In addition to helpful home buying tips, maps and contact information for the listings you choose, you will also be able to calculate a monthly mortgage payment, check your credit and get prequalified.

Open House:

1110 Forest Creek Drive, Canton, GA 30115. $199,900. OPEN HOUSE: 2 – 4 p.m. on Sunday August 12. 4 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  1 Half Bath  2774 Sq Ft.  Gorgeous home that is better than new! Professionally staged and move-in ready, this home has all the upgrades you could want. With granite countertops, high ceilings, upgraded cabinets, wide open floor plan, this is the hot property that won't last. Directions: 575 North To Exit 19, Turn Rt. Go 2.5 Miles To Union Hill Rd, Turn Rt. Take The First Right To The Dead End And Turn Left On Forest Creek Dr. House Will Be On The Left. Brokered By Keller Williams Realty Partners.

New Homes/New Communities:

Woodstock Knoll-Overlook by Ashton Woods Homes, Woodstock  30188. From $290s- $500s  2915 - 3894 Sq Ft.  Spacious, energy efficient floor plans with 2 car side entry garage included. Country living with quick access to Downtown Atlanta, Roswell, Alpharetta and Marietta. Walking distance to Old Towne Woodstock’s spas, galleries, restaurants and boutiques.

• 621 Oakburne Way, Woodstock  30188. From $365,133. 3,606 Sq Ft. 5 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms. Most popular Cambridge Floor plan features coffered ceiling in family room, open to kitchen, entertaining sized island and walk-in pantry. 3 car garage. Under construction. Available November 2012.

Open Daily, Decorated Model Hours: Sunday & Monday 12 -6 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. -6 p.m.

Sales Consultant: Tara (770) 642-6123 x 133.

Directions: 113 Windfields Lane, Woodstock, GA 30188. From I-285: Take I-75 North to I-575 and proceed north to Exit 7. Take SR 92 East for 1 mile to Main Street/Canton Hwy./SR 5/SR 754 and turn left. (Canton Hwy./SR 5 turns into Main Street as you drive through downtown Woodstock). Proceed 1 mile to round a bout and take right on Haney Road. The Overlook at Woodstock Knoll will be on the left.

Newcastle Farm by David Weekley Homes, Woodstock, GA 30188. From $250,990 - $275,990. 2280 - 2845 Sq Ft. Award winning community near historic Roswell and Alpharetta. Amenities include swimming pool, tennis courts and playground access to horse stables shopping and restaurants nearby close proximity to schools.

• 132 Newcastle Walk, Woodstock  30188. $274,900. 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms  2,845 Sq Ft. Beautiful home on private wooded lot features a full daylight basement. Dramatic foyer staircase, open floor plan. Gourmet kitchen opens to family room with beautiful views. Guest bedroom and bath on the main floor, 4 BR, 3 BA and large utility room all on the second floor along with a huge children's retreat. Ready to move in.

Schedule an appointment to view: Call Traci Belk at (800) 407-9150.

Directions: From 400 North, take Holcomb Bridge West which becomes Hwy 92. Cross over Alpharetta Hwy(Hwy 92) and continue on this road for approximately 12 miles. Turn Right onto Canton Road(Hwy 5) as soon as you go over the train tracks(a Chevron Station is on the corner). Stay on Hwy 5, bearing right and cross over the train tracks in Woodstock(becomes North Main Street).Travel approximately 3.5 miles and turn right onto East Cherokee (Publix is on the left). Newcastle Farm is approximately 4.5 miles on the right. OR: North on I 575 to exit 11 (Sixes Road), right off interstate, right on Hwy 5, left on E. Cherokee Drive, Newcastle Farm is approx. 3miles on right.

Wynchase by KB Home, Woodstock, 30188  From $145,990 - $209,990. 1806 - 2681 Sq Ft. Minutes to I 575 – easy access to downtown Atlanta.Community offers clubhouse, swimming pool, playground, tennis courts. Wooded and basement homesites available. Zoned for highly rated school district.

• 261 Edinburgh Lane, Woodstock, 30188.  From $209,990. 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 Half Bath.  2,266 Sq Ft. Spacious 2 story home features raised breakfast bar, 42" raised panel maple cabinets over granite countertops w/full tile backsplash. Large master/master bath with separate tub, frameless glass enclosed shower and upgraded tile work.   Hardwood flooring on main. Scenic wooded lot.  ENERGY STAR Home. (Pictured home is of model, not actual home).Under construction.

Sales Office: Phone (678) 494-5757

Sales Hours: Monday-Sunday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Directions: From I-575 North, take Exit 7/Hwy. 92 and turn right. Continue 2.5 mi. and turn left on Neese Rd. for .5 mi. to community on left.

The Preserve at Hickory Flat by David Weekley Homes, Canton  30115.  From the high 100s to mid $200s. 1820 -3,450+ Sq Ft. 1 and 2 Story Homes. Family-friendly community lifestyle with amenities such as:Community pool and clubhouse, beautiful streetscape with well-lit sidewalks. Nearby shopping, dining and entertainment. Easy access to the interstate, as well as the hospital. Award-winning schools in the area, including the High School of Excellence  Sequoyah High School.

• 209 Hickory Nut Lane, Canton 30115. The Tolworth (2040) $193,462. 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms  1828 Sq. Ft. 1 Story. Large Owner’s retreat and private bath. Study/Office. Nostalgic front porch and 2 car garage. Available September 2012.

Schedule an appointment to view: Call Traci Belk at (800) 407-9150.

Directions From Roswell/Alpharetta: GA. 400 North to exit 8, (Mansell Road) and turn west towards Hwy 9.  Travel 2.1 miles, then turn right on to Houze Road, (which becomes Hwy 140/Arnold Mill Rd/Hickory Flat Highway) and continue north for 11.9 miles to the Hickory Flat area.  Turn left onto Stringer Rd and The Preserve at Hickory Flat will be on the right.
 
Directions:From Marietta/Woodstock/Kennesaw: I-575 to exit 16 (Hwy 140  Hickory/Flat Hwy) and turn east.  Travel 7.5 Miles and turn right onto Stringer Road and The Preserve at Hickory Flat will be on the right.

Cornerstone Park-Homes By Brumby, Woodstock, Georgia 30188. From $199,900 - $274,900. 3 – 4 Bedrooms Located of Highway 92 on Ragsdale Road, this great community of 75 homes is convenient to both Ga 400 and I 575. Homes have quality, crafted exteriors and upscale finishes throughout and include granite counters, hardwoods, detailed trim work and GE appliances. Optional items like Koi ponds and outdoor fire-pits are available to all homebuyers. Lawn maintenance is included.

• Homesite: 71, Woodstock  30188. $259,900. 3 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  1 Half Bath. The Woodland Vi. Best selling plan. Master on the main floor plan. Open layout with a wonderful gourmet kitchen, including stainless double ovens and separate cooktop, overlooking the dining room and family room. Upstairs a loft,  bonus room, 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and walk-out attic storage.  Lawn maintenance is included in HOA fees. Picture is of the same floor plan, but different house.  Available in September 2012.

Schedule An Appointment To View:  (770) 516-7992

Directions: 114 Cornerstone Place, Woodstock, GA 30188. From I 575 North: Take Exit 7, Hwy 92. Travel 4 miles East on Hwy 92. Turn left on Ragsdale Rd. Cornerstone Park is on the right. From GA 400 North: take7B, Hwy 92. Travel 12 miles West on Hwy 92. Turn right on Ragsdale Rd. Cornerstone Park is on the right.