New Construction Projects You NEED To Know About in Metro ATL

If you saw my most recent video about the state of the real estate market here in the Northeast Metro Atlanta area, you would know that many of the current pain points stem from a major lack of inventory. The good news is that there are numerous new communities going up all over the North Metro, with many more planned for the future.

Major New Neighborhoods and Developments

Some areas in the North Metro are at maximum capacity and don’t have any more room for new construction neighborhoods, while other towns are full of undeveloped land that is expected to see major developments over the next few years. Here are some neighborhoods you should keep your eyes on:

1. Gainesville Township

One of the first big neighborhoods to know about is in Gainesville. A huge new master-planned community is currently underway, just 3 miles from the downtown Gainesville square and 5 miles from Lake Lanier. This community will be similar to Sterling on the Lake, a massive master-planned neighborhood with several different styles of homes, builders, and tons of amenities.

Gainesville Township will include:

• The Manor at Gainesville Township: The first section to break ground, with single-family homes starting in the mid $500,000s for slab homes and mid $600,000s for homes with basements.
• Artisan Builders: Building semi-custom homes where you can choose some of your finishes and selections.
• Lenar Homes: Another builder involved in the community, with a third builder yet to be announced who will build townhomes.

This mixed-use development will span over 1,000 acres, including:

• 2,400 residential units: 1,400 single-family homes, 300 townhouses, and 640 multi-family units.
• 75,000 square feet of commercial space.
• 645 acres of green space.
• Amenities: clubhouse, swim center, tennis courts, pickleball courts, disc golf course, walking trails, and a dog park.

This project is expected to take 10 to 14 years to complete, so buying in early can be more affordable, though you may have to deal with ongoing construction.

2. Braselton Village

Another neighborhood to watch is Braselton Village, being built by DR Horton in Braselton. While DR Horton has mixed reviews, they offer more affordable new construction options without having to drive far out.

Braselton Village will include:

• Around 300 homes with four different floor plans.
• Limited design selections: a few options for exterior elevations and kitchen cabinet colors.
• Amenities: clubhouse, pool, playground, tennis and pickleball courts, projected to be complete by summer 2025.
• HOA fees: around $750 per year, even before amenities are finished.

Located conveniently near a Publix grocery store shopping center and across the street from Chateau Elan (a resort winery and golf course), Braselton Village is also close to Interstate 85 and the Braselton campus of the Northeast Georgia Medical Center. However, ongoing road construction might cause some headaches in the meantime.

Additional Proposed Developments

There are many proposed communities in the area:

• A 302-home development near Winder Highway and Georgia State Route 53.
• Three more townhome communities within a 10-minute radius, each with over 100 townhouses.

Additionally, a major project called Thompson Mill Village is proposed, aiming to create a mixed-use development similar to Avalon in Alpharetta. This project will include:

• Over 1,500 residential units: condos, townhomes, apartments, and senior living units.
• A 200-room hotel.
• Nearly 800,000 square feet of commercial space.
• Located near the Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton campus and Chateau Elan.

KeyPoint

Clearly, the Northeast Metro Atlanta area is experiencing significant growth, with plenty of room for new developments in Gainesville and Braselton. These projects promise to bring more housing options, amenities, and commercial spaces to the region, making it an exciting time to consider moving to or investing in these areas.