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Floor Plans: Affordability, Convenience Come to ‘Main Street’

Developed by: Peachtree Homes, Inc.

Not too far from downtown Atlanta near the Fulton County line, Peachtree Villages in Jonesboro, Ga. offers affordable two-story town homes with two-, three- and four-bedroom options with features and a “Main Street” look that makes living here convenient.

Designed to appeal to and be well within reach of the local workforce, Peachtree Villages, with prices ranging from $110,900 to $121,900, is already home to teachers, day care workers, truck drivers, medical technicians, people who work in retail and others. Peachtree Villages won NAHB's Workforce Housing Award in 2005.

White Picket Fences and Friendly Sidewalks

The homes feature rear entry alleyways, and some models are offered with optional garages. Out front, the combination of white picket fences, sidewalks, decorative trees and 50-foot sodded front yards help make Peachtree Villages pedestrian- and neighbor-friendly.

Dining room

“We’ve learned a lot about design elements that can add a lot in terms of aesthetics and value without adding a lot to the cost of the homes,” said Whitney Aguilera, of Peachtree Homes, Inc., the developer of Peachtree Villages.  “Little things can make a big difference. For example, we’re now running the sidewalks inside the fences so that children can play and use the sidewalks and still have that barrier between them and the street.”

The first floor features rooms with 9-foot ceilings.

Total lawn care is included with the purchase of a Peachtree Village home.

A Lawn to Admire, Not to Mow

Peachtree Villages was built on the site of a failed commercial venue and features 107 town homes on 17.4 acres. The community is convenient to public transportation and shopping, and very convenient to workforce owners. Total lawn maintenance is included with the purchase price — a definite plus for those who might not have the time to tend their front yards.  

“We’re very pleased we did this project,” Aguilera said. “We’ve been able to offer homeownership opportunity in this community that might not otherwise be available to these families in Jonesboro and the greater Atlanta area.”

Kitchen

A Peachtree Village town home with the optional garage.

A Peachtree Villages town home without the garage.

Community plan

Features and Specifications

Peach Tree Villages Community Features:

  • 107 towhouses priced from $110,900 to $121,900

  • White picket fences

  • 50-foot front lawns with total lawn maintenance 

  • Rear alley entrances

  • Convenient to shopping, public transportation


Peachtree Villages Home Features:

  • Choice of two-, three- or four bedrooms

  • Optional garages

  • Trey ceilings in master bedroom, vaulted ceilings in other bedrooms 

  • 9-foot ceilings, first level

  • Hardwood flooring in foyer

  • Telephone and cable outlets in all bedrooms 

  • Two ceiling fans installed, pre-wired for all bedrooms

  • Bay windows 

  • Sitting rooms in master bedrooms (per plan)

  • Spacious pantries


Developed and Managed by: Peachtree Homes, Inc., Jonesboro, Ga.


 


 

‘Affordable Home Plans’ Available at BuilderBooks.com

Affordable Home Plans,” available through BuilderBooks.com, offers 275 of the most popular, stylish and affordable home designs available.

In addition to the home plans, this publication provides practical tips and expert advice to guide the potential home owner through creating interior and exterior accents for the home.

To view or purchase this publication, click here, or call 800-223-2665.

 
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