Smyrna GA Real Estate and General Information

I am a professional real estate agent in Smyrna, Georgia with years of experience.  I would love to help you find a home in the area and become your Smyrna Realtor.  Whether you are a first time home or luxury estate buyer, please take a moment to view my Featured Homes or Search for a Home in Smyrna. 

As ReMax realty associates, we assist Residential Buyers and Sellers with personalized assistance on: New Construction, Resales, Foreclosures / REO's, Short Sales, HUD, Townhomes, Condominiums, Land / Acreage, Lakefront, Earthcraft / Green Construction, Historic Homes, handicapped accessible properties and more!  One of our team associates will specialize in exactly what you are looking for:  Resale Listing Agent, Marketing Specialist, Buyer's Agent, Foreclosure / REO Specialist, Military, First Time Buyers, Investors and Relocations.

We assist you every step of the process.  From your Smyrna MLS search, contract paperwork, inspection and contingency timelines, home financing options and assessing property values... It's is more than our job IT'S OUR PASSION!

When you are ready, simply contact me and let's get started!

Snapshot of Smyrna GA Real Estate

Smyrna is located in Cobb county and uses the zip codes 30080 and 30082.  Currently Smyrna is a Buyer's Market!  In today's market, my Buyers are finding amazing deals and walking into instant equity! Smyrna foreclosures continue to rise each month and banks are looking to liquidate their real estate holdings.  A seasoned Buyer's Agent can help you through the tedious process of bank foreclosures and short sales.  If you are looking for New Homes or Builder Closeouts, I am the Real Estate Agent for you!  Our team works closely with area home builders and are the first to know of price reductions, rebates and special offers.  I would like to channel my experience, knowledge and negotiating skills into the deal of a lifetime while buying a home in Smyrna!

Smyrna Sellers, that is not to say we cannot market and sell your home in a timely fashion.  Many of my 4th quarter sales were sold in less than 60 days, several of them in under a week!  You need more exposure than just a MLS listing.  By implementing both traditional and innovative marketing strategies we can confront this down market head on!

Media reports speak in general terms, rather than local, so that information may not represent the reality of our local Smyrna real estate market. Having data from a knowledgeable agent about the local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller.

2009 Smyrna, GA Real Estate Market Statistics include (for Single Family Homes):

• There were 540 homes that were sold between January 1 - December 31, 2009 with the highest priced at $1.49M (a slight decrease from the 561 homes sold in 2008)
  
• There were 34 home sales in the month of December 2009 alone (an increase from the 21 home sales in December 2008)
  

The current Smyrna, GA Real Estate market as of July 2010 includes:

• 1549 homes for sale in Smyrna, GA 
  
• The average List Price in Smyrna is $200,000
  
• 8 new construction homes with the median price of $300,400
  
• 224 homes are in the process of foreclosure in Smyrna with a median price of $158,000

Foreclosures in Smyrna

Foreclosures and Short Sales are becoming more prominent in the Smyrna real estate landscape than ever before.  If you have considered taking advantage of this market, you should know that purchasing a foreclosure or short sale is a tedious and complicated process and is best handled by an experienced Real Estate Professional that specializes in Foreclosed REO Property.  To assist you, we have developed a helpful FAQ page when Buying a Foreclosure in Smyrna.  
  
We also offer FREE Foreclosure listings in Smyrna.  Please use our cutting edge MLS database to search for both pre-foreclosure and Bank Owned Homes throughout Cobb county.

If you find yourself currently behind in your mortgage payments, the easiest way to avoid foreclosure is simply selling the property.  While that may seem like a daunting task in the current state of the market, the Walker Derby Team specializes in pre-foreclosures and short sales.  Our team not only includes experienced Realtors to market your home efficiently but also a closing department that specializes in negotiating with banks directly to get your home SOLD!  We have also developed a helpful FAQ page to assist you in Avoiding Foreclosure in Smyrna.

Short Sales in Smyrna GA

A short sale is when a lending institution agrees to accept less than what is owed on a property.  It can be a very complicated and sometimes lengthy process that should be handled by Realtors with vast Short Sale experience.  We have created some information that you may find useful when purchasing a short sale and the process in which you may obtain short sale approval:

Throughout 2009 and 2010, the Jennifer Walker Derby Team has a 90% short sale success rate with most short sale listings going under contract within 55 days.

In April 2010, one of our sellers wrote:

"Jennifer Walker-Derby and her team are an amazing asset to have!  They saved us from foreclosure by working tirelessly with our mortgage company and selling our house so fast.  They really made a tough situation a lot easier by being there for us when we needed them.  We highly recommend Jennifer Walker-Derby and her team."
-Holly C.

Days on Market before offer:  18 days
Timeframe we received Bank short sale approval:  24 days from binding date

In May 2010, another seller wrote:

"My family had to relocate to California due to my husband being Marine. So we had to sell quick! Jennifer got us an offer within 3 weeks and lender approval on the short sale within 3 weeks as well. She walked us through the process and Sandra her short sale coordinator was the best!!! I would definitely highly recommend her services!"

Days on Market before offer:  22 days
Timeframe we received Bank short sale approval:  29 days from binding date

in November 2009 another seller wrote:

"Choosing Jennifer Walker-Derby and her team for my short sale was a wise decision.  Jennifer was great from the beginning, answering all my questions in both an informative and responsive manner.  I was whisked away to the West Coast for a job and had to sell my home quick and even though it was a short sale, Jennifer and her team got it done in less than 60 days!  Her website and email communication made it very easy to know where I stood at all times.  I never felt at a loss for information or advice.  I would highly recommend JWD and her team, they are great at what they do.  Thanks Jennifer!" -Will M.

Days on Market before offer:  54 days
Timeframe we received Bank short sale approval:  17 days from binding date

 About Smyrna, GA

Smyrna is one of the most popular choices in Cobb County to reside in.  As a professional that has assisted countless clients in the area, allow me to share some highlights with you.

Smyrna is located in the east side of Cobb County just outside the perimeter of Atlanta.  It is currently the fourth largest city in metro Atlanta and the second largest city in Cobb County.  Well over 50,000 residents call Smyrna home!

Smyrna Market Village

Smyrna has been enjoying strong and steady growth for over a decade and is currently enjoying a successful community redevelopment program “Market Village”.  Inspired by early 20th century city villages, the “Smyrna Market Village” is comprised of a multi-use retail/residential/office area with a square, fountain and antique street lights.  Residents delight that this center is within walking distance to enjoy alfresco dining with so many fantastic restaurants to choose from.  Smyrna’s Market Village success has spawned off other developments including the redevelopment of Jonquil Plaza across the street and Belmont Hills Plaza (ground breaking 2011).

Entertainment and Recreation

Smyrna’s Community calendar is full with activities such as Concerts, Festivals, Art Series and more!  Smyrna hosts dozens of parks catering from walking trails, aquatic centers, sports complexes and dog parks.  Located nearby is the shopping Mecca of Cumberland which includes the Cobb Galleria, Cumberland Mall and Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center.  Smyrna is also located at the beginning of the Silver Comet Trail and a short drive to either Six Flags over Georgia and Whitewater Water Park.

Transportation

One of the many reasons why so many residents are attracted to Smyrna is its close proximity to the perimeter and intown Atlanta (just a short 15 minute drive, without traffic of course!).  Situated at or close by to three of the main arteries of the Atlanta interstate system:  Interstates 285, 75 and 20.  Smyrna even has a tentative stop on the Marietta-Atlanta commuter rail line currently being proposed by the Georgia Rail Passenger Program.

There are still fantastic real estate deals to be had but you will need a local market expert to assist you.  Jennifer Walker-Derby is an experienced real estate professional who is honored yearly for her multi-million dollar production for assisting home buyers and sellers in and around Smyrna, GA.  She is also recognized as one of Georgia's “Most Referred Realtors”.  For outstanding local and knowledgeable service in the Smyrna GA real estate market, contact Jennifer directly at 404-543-9002.  Jennifer is your go-to Smyrna Realtor!

Hospitals/medical centers in Smyrna:
EMORY-ADVENTIST HOSPITAL
RIDGEVIEW INSTITUTE
 
Public elementary/middle schools in Smyrna:
Campbell Middle School 
Norton Park Elementary School 
Argyle Elementary School 
Nickajack Elementary School 
Russell Elementary School 
Belmont Hills Elementary School 
Green Acres Elementary School 
King Springs Elementary School 
Teasley Elementary School 
Brown Elementary School

Private elementary/middle schools in Smyrna
COVERED BRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL 
1ST BAPT WEEKDAY KINDERGARTEN

Public high school in Smyrna
Campbell High School

Disclaimer:  This site is for informational purposes only and does not provide legal, tax or real estate advice.  Always contact an attorney, tax professional or retain a real estate professional for such advice.

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