Historic Downtown Douglasville – Ambience – Entertainment – History – All Minutes from Chicago Park by Kerley Family Homes
July 17, 2015 • Chicago Park, Douglas County Homes
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Just a few miles west of downtown Atlanta, Douglasville is a welcoming city with a friendly, small-town atmosphere and entertainment that emulates big-town fun. While the city continues to grow, Douglasville uniquely preserves its signature hometown feel
Located at a natural rise in the topography, Douglasville was originally known as Skint Chestnut, a name derived from a large tree stripped of its bark and used by Native Americans and traders as a trail marker. Downtown Douglasville is a nationally designated Main Street city and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Historic Douglasville has a unique blend of small-town ambiance and impressive entertainment that is great fun! 
Douglasville’s downtown area is central to art galleries, markets, historic landmarks, shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Douglasville Commercial Historic District has been on the National Register since July, 1989. Most of the buildings in the district are original and exhibit various styles of architecture including Victorian, Queen Anne, Craftsman, Colonial Revival, Romanesque, Italianate, Beaux Arts Classicism and Tudor Revival. When you delve into the history of the downtown area and the backgrounds regarding a large majority of the men who were featured so prominently in its development it cannot be denied that Douglasville was a “New South” town following Henry Grady’s call for the development of industrial capitalism to replace the plantation system. The city provides information for a walking tour of the downtown area here.
Imagine living just minutes away from Historic Downtown Douglasville! Chicago Park is ideally located close to downtown Douglasville , this community has easy access to I-20 and major shopping and restaurants. Just a few miles west of downtown Atlanta, Douglasville is a welcoming city with a friendly, small-town atmosphere and entertainment that emulates big-town fun. Amenities in this fantastic new home community include a swimming pool and cabana,basketball court and playground.
Chicago Park floor plans include the Dylan, Gavin II, Mabry and Madeline. Click here to see floor plans
Available homes include:
The Dylan – 3 Bedroom/2.5 Bath – A beautiful Craftsman Style Home featuring an entrance Foyer with beautiful detailing. Easy entertaining in this open floor plan with Kitchen featuring 36″ Cabinets, Granite countertops, Kitchen overlooks Breakfast Area and Dining Room which leads into the huge Family Room. Master Suite features Trey Ceilings and a sitting area. Relax in your Master Bath with separate Shower, Double Vanity, Tub and Walk-in Closet. Upstairs bedrooms are good-sized and share a hall bath. Upstairs Laundry Room makes “wash day” a breeze! Hardwood floors 2 Car Garage 8148 Willowbank Way $148, 215
Children residing in Chicago Park will attend North Douglas Elementary School, Stewart Middle School and Douglas County High School.
At Kerley Family Homes “Its All About Value” but it is also about honesty and integrity.With Kerley you get assurance that your home is built right backed by a program of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, the Certified Professional Home Builder designation is reserved for builders who are dedicated to maintaining the highest level of professionalism, customer service and homeowner satisfaction. Not only is Kerley Family Homes a CPHB but they are Family Owned & Operated. It is important when purchasing a home to hire a reputable builder. KFH knows this is a big investment for you so they also offer a 2/10 Home Warranty and are ranked #A+ with the Better Business Bureau.
Directions: Take Veterans Memorial Hwy./US 78 west from Austell. Turn right on Ga. 92. Take left on Forrest Ave. Go approximately .5 miles turn right on Chicago Ave. Take 3rd right into subdivision Willowbank Way.
Homes start from the low 100’s
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