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Happy Birthday America!

Intown Homes — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 11:59:47 +0000

As your family celebrates the 4th of July, use caution if you’re lighting your own fireworks. There’s a 1 in 19,556 chance you could hurt yourself. You’re actually four times more likely to injure yourself shaving or using a chain saw. And you have a one in 3,623 chance of injury mowing your lawn.

So play it safe today and skip the yard work, shaving and let the professionals put on the firework displays. Here’s a list of where you can find them in Metro Atlanta (http://tinyurl.com/34vqyxr).

Speaking of playing it safe, as a special thank you to the people who protect our neighborhoods, Brock Built is offering a $5000 buyer bonus for police officers and firefighters on all our communities. Call 404.472.5707 for more information.

Only 7 Days Left…

Intown Homes — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 16:28:44 +0000

Time is winding down for the 2009-2010 Home Buyer Federal Tax Credit. New Home sales are up and inventory is shrinking. Builders are offering huge incentives in addition if you purchase a home in downtown Atlanta you may qualify for the City of Atlanta down payment assistance. Brock Built has several communities with home that will meet the tax credit timelines. The Commons @ Historic Westside features 3 BR/3.5 BA townhomes with a two-car rear entry garage conveniently located near the GA Dome. Habershal @ West Highlands features 3 and 4 Bedroom craftsman style homes easy access to the highway with plenty of green space for walks in the summer. Both of these communities qualify for the City of Atlanta down payment assistance programs in addition to the tax credit.

Brock Built also has other great communities that qualify for the tax credit such as Dupont Commons which features craftsman style homes, outside fire pits, pool and fitness room located in the award winning clubhouse. The Smyrna Collection it two intimate communities located in the heart of Smyrna near the Market Village. Rosalyn has final opportunities with only two homes left. These craftsman style homes offer large private backyards with full unfinished basements ready for your customizations. Belmont Chase is the newest community with 26 lots available craftsman style home with up to six bedrooms. Don’t miss these last 7 days to take advantage of all these great opportunities Brock has to offer.

The Commons at Historic Westside

Intown Homes — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 20:57:39 +0000

The Commons at Historic Westside has the perfect opportunity if you are looking to move intown. These three level masterfully designed townhomes feature two car rear entry garages. Open floorplans with kitchens that overlook the family room great for entertaining. Oversized deck perfect for a family cook out. Interior features include maple cabinetry, large kitchen pantries, hardwood flooring, custom trim and granite counters on select units. Some homes offer Juliet balconies and stained concrete for a contemporary feel.

The Commons at Historic Westside is conveniently located just 2 minutes from the GA Dome, the heart of Downtown Atlanta, and within walking distance to the Atlanta University Center and MARTA. The Commons is part of downtown Atlanta’s revitalization efforts and participates in the down payment assistance program for qualifying buyers with up to $65,000 towards a new home. Amenities at The Commons include a clubroom, pool and fitness center.

Historic Westside also has big plans for the $30,000 sf retail space. The center will target neighborhood commercial uses such as restaurants and clothing boutiques. The buildings will have a brick façade with glass store fronts that will fit aesthetically with the existing retail.

Intown Homes — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 20:06:30 +0000

Ever thought about moving intown but thought it was too expensive, that you may lose the suburbia charm. Well look no further… Brock Built may have the home for you. You can experience master-planned living in their award-winning communities such as Dupont Commons and Haberhsal at West Highlands. Located in West Atlanta, minutes from Atlantic Station and Downtown Atlanta near plenty of entertainment and great eateries. Offering classic craftsman style architecture in single family home with rocking chair front porches, parks with picnic areas, playground and sidewalks. Dupont Commons also offers an award-winning clubhouse with fitness facility, fire pits with outdoor fire places and much more. Don’t forget about Brock Built’s other communities which feature 2-3 bedroom townhomes some live/work units in close proximity to all that Atlanta has to offer.

Many of Brock Built communities qualify for down payment assistance programs offered through the City of Atlanta. In addition to great deals in each community there is also an opportunity to qualify for additional assistance for down payment making owning a Brock Built home even more affordable. Huff Heights, The Commons at Historic Westside and Habershal at Westhighlands participate in the programs.

Time is running out…

Intown Homes — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 23:58:16 +0000

There are many reasons as to why now is the right time to buy. The tax credit, low interest rates, buyer incentive and deep discounts offered by many builders. In addition, certain areas offer down payment assistance for purchasing a home. With so many choices to make and options available many people wonder why buy from this particular seller or homebuilder. We want to give you 10 reasons why Brock Built is the builder for you.

Reputation we have been in business for over 25 years creating neighborhoods
Family oriented company which translated into creating homes built keeping your family in mind
Award winning builder in 2010 Brock Built brought home six OBIE Awards for several of their communities including: Haberhsal at West Highlands, The Commons at Historic Westside, Huff Heights and Dupont Commons
Energy Efficient standards making our homes environmentally friendly and energy efficent to pass on savings to our customers
Warranty program we stand behind our work
Convenient location

Are you ready for some Football?

Intown Homes — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 03:26:49 +0000

The time if finally here…Super Bowl 2010, New Orleans Saints vs. Indianapolis Colts for Super Bowl XLIV on Sunday, February 7^th with kickoff around 6:30 pm. This is a great time to be with friends surrounding the television in your home or at the subdivision clubhouse. Brock Built features many different styles of homes that are great for entertaining or just a quiet evening snug in your family room. Brock Built has been a leader in Atlanta’s West Side revitalization creating some of the hottest, most eclectic vibrant communities in Atlanta. With seven of Atlanta’s hottest intown communities there’s a home and community for everyone. Once you see a Brock Built neighborhood you can appreciate its convenience, affordability and unique potential. Several neighborhoods are along the proposed Beltline, which is a 22 mile loop of former rail line that will encircle 45 intown communities with parks, transit and trails, and bike and pedestrian paths, all contributing to the new West Side ambiance. Before you sit down in front of the television for Super Bowl take a ride to see what Atlanta West Side has to offer by Brock.

The West Midtown Design District

Intown Homes — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 16:48:28 +0000

Brock Built is participating in the “West Midtown Collaborating for Success, To the Trade” event on Saturday, January 30, 2010. This is a great event for people that are in the business to “create space” and Brock is excited to be a part of this. Brock Built has been making an impact in the “Atlanta West Town” with developments such as Huff Heights, Dupont Commons, Habershal at West Highlands and The Commons at Historic Westside. Bringing 25 plus years and over 1000 homes ranging from first time homebuyers to custom mansions in the Atlanta area making Brock Built one of Atlanta’s largest intown developers. The Brock Built mission is to build superior homes at an exceptional value, while improving the surrounding community at large. Brock Built is defining Atlanta for today and tomorrow by creating communities designed to cultivate neighbors through tree-lined streets, neighborhood sidewalks, parks and plenty of open green spaces. Their 1920’s era Craftsmans style homes feature large front porches and an myriad of floor plans offering conveniences and amenities of intown living with the charm of a by-gone era that offers peaceful surrounds of the suburbs.

Affordable Living in the City of Atlanta

Intown Homes — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:14:07 +0000

Many people think living in the city is expensive. If there is a premium on location then intown living is out of reach especially on new construction. Did you know that the City of Atlanta offers down payment assistance (DPA) to homebuyers looking to move intown? They City of Atlanta offer several different programs that can be used toward your down payment making intown living affordable. The programs may be layered to get maximum results upon homebuyer qualification for a home loan. Let’s not forget about the extension and expansion of the tax credit a homebuyer may qualify for in addition to the DPA programs. If there was ever a better time to move into the city this is it. As a first time home buyer or move up buyer you may qualify for $6500 – $8000 if you close on or before April 30, 2010. These programs are on a first come first serve basis and won’t last forever.

Brock Built, Atlanta’s number one intown builder works closely with the City of Atlanta and creating neighborhoods that enrich people lives through affordable homeownership. The Commons at Histoic Westside is a townhome community that offers a 1920’s brownstone feel craftsman style home starting at $199,900. The Commons features 3 bedroom 3.5 bath townhomes with a two-car garage within close proximity to Downtown Atlanta, GA Dome, The Atlanta University Center, GA State, GA Tech and Centennial Olympic Park. They also participate in the DPA programs with up to $75,000 upon buyer qualification. Come check out The Commons at Historic Westside and see if you qualify for a new townhome in the City.

Fun for the Holidays

Intown Homes — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:24:29 +0000

It’s that time of year when everyone is spreading holiday cheer! Downtown Atlanta has plenty to do with the family from shows at the Fox, dining around town and just shopping for loved ones. Centennial Olympic Park is having their annual holiday in Lights display daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. through January 3, 2010. This free event is celebrating its thirteenth anniversary season. Take the family for a stroll through the 21-acre park and see how the park transforms into a winter wonderland. Centennial Olympic Park features Atlanta’s only outdoor ice skating rink right in the midst of all this glam and glitter on the Great Lawn. Each year they feature a unique display of holiday lights making it a great family tradition.

After a day of fun at the park don’t forget about the spectacular restaurants and many other attractions in the Luckie Marietta District or West Atlanta Midtown. Brock Built will be open next week to view homes. Check out some of the holiday decorations in our model homes such as Huff Heights, Habershal at West Highlands and The Commons at Historic Westside.

Brock Built’s Green Initiative

Intown Homes — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 16:59:53 +0000

As current and future homeowners recognize the need to protect the environment and conserve energy they will look more and more into home builder that seek the same mission. Brock Built is proud to be that homebuilder with a company that has built most of its new homes to EarthCraft green standards since April 2007. Brock Built is considered Atlanta’s largest in-town homebuilder and the second largest builder of EarthCraft homes in metro Atlanta. With their focus on residential, commercial and remodeling on the Westside of Atlanta their goal is not to change existing communities but to recreate them into more livable environments to create that feeling of home. As an EarthCraft builder Brock builds each home with advanced building systems, certified mechanical components and other energy-saving, resource efficient products throughout the construction process. Certified homes reduce utility bills by approximately 30 percent and help protect the environment. Brock Built is an urban intown homebuilder with a vision to create affordable communities that offer city living with a suburbia charm. They build homes ranging in price from $200,000 to 550,000 in addition to remodeling work throughout the greater Atlanta area.