There is a lot going on in Douglasville this New Year’s Eve. From midnight champagne toasts at local restaurants and community centers to costume contests, balloon drops and parties, there’s no need to drive into Atlanta to ring in the New Year and have a fantastic time doing it.

That’s good news for residents at The Haven at Slater Mill, who will be able to grab a glass of bubbly and toast the New Year close to home. The Haven at Slater Mill’s desirable location just a mile to I-20 and near Douglasville’s best dining, shopping, recreation and entertainment, will allow homeowners to enjoy the festivities hosted by local joints, like the food and drink specials and free champagne toast at the Irish Bred Pub, decade costume contest at Taco Mac, prime rib dinner and balloon drop at Topp’s Bar & Grill and dinner, dessert and dancing at the Woodie Fite Senior Center.

The Haven at Slater Mill, Jim Chapman Communities’ popular active adult, gated ranch condominium community, has homes from $159,900. These all-brick and stone, two bedroom, two bath homes are designed to meet the needs of today’s active adults, with two-car garages, step-less entryways and wide doors and hallways. (more…)

Jim Chapman Communities was recently recognized by the Atlanta Business Chronicle on the Top 10 Atlanta Home Builders list! Metro Atlanta home builders were ranked based on the number of homes closed in 2010, and Jim Chapman Communities sold 52 homes.

Jim Chapman Communities are popular with active adult buyers for many reasons.  Most love the one-level living that the ranch condos offer.  The homes have beautiful designs, functional floor plans and superb locations. Plus, all homes comply with the Easy Living Home building specifications including wider doorways, ample maneuvering space in baths and showers and zero-step entries from garages.

Homes also have beautiful features such as hardwood floors, custom trim, vaulted ceilings, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and oversized walk-in closets. With gourmet kitchens and spacious living spaces, homes are perfect for entertaining one person or your whole family! Special features include optional finished basements, screened porches and bonus suites with full baths and walk-in closets. Community amenities include landscaping service and gated entries with perimeter fencing for your security.

Jim Chapman started his career building custom homes in 1998, so you can trust the builder to plan and deliver an extraordinary home designed for your active adult lifestyle.  With locations in Douglas, Cobb, Gwinnett, Hall, North Fulton and Forsyth Counties, there is a community just for you. Plus, Jim Chapman Communities is willing to customize your home to meet your needs.

Don’t you think it is time for you to discover Jim Chapman Communities? Learn more by visiting www.JimChapmanCommunities.com. For news and updates, be sure to “like” Jim Chapman Communities at www.Facebook.com/JimChapmanCommunities.

Closings/Sales pick up for Atlanta-based active adult builder in 2010

ATLANTA – Jim Chapman Communities (JCC), one of Atlanta’s premier active adult builders announced today that it increased closing revenue by $6 million (70.3 percent) and closings (13) over the same period in 2009. The average closing price also increased by $58,801 (23.2 percent).

This year proved very successful for JCC, who has sold a total of 58 homes since January. In addition to its improved sales numbers the builder has also witnessed an 800 percent increase of new home starts this year over the same period in 2009, starting 41 homes this year, opposed to five the prior year.

“We are very pleased with the way 2010 has gone,” said Kelly Dempsey, vice president of Sales and Marketing for Jim Chapman Communities. “We definitely feel like things are continuing to move in the right direction and we expect the trend to continue in 2011.”

Jim Chapman Communities has built its reputation by building elegant yet affordable one-level ranch condominiums and detached homes in communities across metro Atlanta including Douglas, Gwinnett, Cobb, Fulton and Forsyth counties.

Jim Chapman’s popular communities typically feature the builder’s signature two-and-three bedroom quad ranch condos as well as two- to four-bedroom single-family home floorplans. Bonus rooms with full baths, great rooms with fireplaces and kitchen upgrades are also available. Homes are mostly all-brick and stone construction with inviting front porches, vaulted ceilings and oversized master suites.

For more information on Jim Chapman Communities, call (770) 319-7474 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

The numbers don’t lie. After selling 12 homes over a month and half period between late August and September, Jim Chapman Communities is expected to have another stellar month announcing that it plans to close on 11 homes this month throughout its communities of Atlanta real estate.

The active adult builder has continued to see interest in all of their communities, particularly its Brookhaven at Johns Creek community which is expected to close on six homes.

Popular Brookhaven at Johns Creek features the builder’s signature two and three bedroom quad ranch condos as well as two- to four-bedroom single family home floor plans. Bonus rooms with full baths, great rooms with fireplaces and kitchen upgrades are also available for those who are looking for a little extra oomph. Homes are all-brick and stone construction with inviting front porches, vaulted ceilings and oversized master suites. The community is located in highly sought-after North Fulton County.

Jim Chapman Communities continues to build its reputation by building elegant yet affordable one-level ranch condominiums and detached homes in communities across metro Atlanta including Douglas, Gwinnett, Cobb, Fulton and Forsyth counties.

October closings include the following:

· Brookhaven at Johns Creek (Johns Creek)—6

· Brookhaven of East Cobb (Kennesaw)—2

· Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge (Cumming)—2

· Brookhaven at Sugarloaf (Duluth)—1

· The Haven at Lost Mountain (Powder Springs)—1

For more information, visit the Jim Chapman Communities website.

Jim Chapman Communities (JCC), one of Atlanta’s premier active adult builders announced today that it will close on a total of 11 homes this month.

This year continues to be successful for JCC, who has sold a total of 51 homes since January. In addition to its improved sales numbers the builder has also witnessed a 220 percent increase of new home starts this year over the same period in 2009.

“This has been a very good year for us so far,” said Jim Chapman, president of Jim Chapman Communities. “We definitely feel like things are continuing to move in the right direction”.

Jim Chapman Communities has built its reputation by building elegant yet affordable one-level ranch condominiums and detached homes in communities across metro Atlanta including Douglas, Gwinnett, Cobb, Fulton and Forsyth counties.

October closings include the following:

• Brookhaven at Johns Creek (Johns Creek)—6
• Brookhaven of East Cobb—2
• Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge (Cumming)—2
• Brookhaven at Sugarloaf (Duluth)—1
• The Haven at Lost Mountain (Powder Springs)—1