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P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
About UsAbout UsAbout UsAbout Us
• Historic Preservation/ Revitalization Non-profit• 40 years of preservation and education experience• 350 tax certifications successfully completed• 130 properties bought, rehabilitated and sold with
protective covenants• National expert in neighborhood revitalization:
• Homeownership rates triple• Home values increase 10 fold• Crime drops by 50%-80%• Tax base increases exponentially• 19,500 TONS of debris kept out of the landfill
• Started Middle Georgia Archives• Own and operate the Sidney Lanier Cottage house
museum and rental facility
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1211 Ross St.1211 Ross St.1211 Ross St.1211 Ross St.---- BeforeBeforeBeforeBefore
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P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
Why People Buy Downtown/Why People Buy Downtown/Why People Buy Downtown/Why People Buy Downtown/IntownIntownIntownIntown
• The number one reason that people buy downtown is walkability– Walk to work- 45,000 people are employed downtown– Walk to entertainment- Bars, music, movies and
restaurants all in walking distance– Walk to culture- Symphony, theatre, sports, Mercer– Walk to school- Macon’s best schools are intown– Walk to the park- 15 parks including the Ocmulgee
Heritage Trail (river trail)– Walk to Church
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
Misconceptions about DowntownMisconceptions about DowntownMisconceptions about DowntownMisconceptions about Downtown
• Downtown is the safest precinct in the City of Macon• Rehabilitated downtown homes are as efficient as newer
homes • The city has very few restrictions on what you do with
your home (you can paint whatever color you want, for instance)
• Being on the National Register does NOT restrict your property rights
• Houses downtown sell for more money per square foot than any other place in Macon
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
Other BenefitsOther BenefitsOther BenefitsOther Benefits
• Property values increase (even in the recession) • Neighbors know each other and community events are
frequent • The streets have sidewalks, street trees and street lights• Many buyers drop to one car within the family• Many buyers seek a diverse community• Commute times and gas consumption drops significantly• Physical activity increases• Single-stream recycling is available for free
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
Buyer ProfileBuyer ProfileBuyer ProfileBuyer Profile
• 72% of potential buyers are Millenials (20-29 year old) singles and couples without children
• 17% are Empty nesters and retirees (50-59 years old)• 68% of buyers are from outside Macon/Bibb County
(they have no prejudices or preconceptions)• 1,380 households per year are likely to consider
downtown if Realtors suggest it• ONLY 14.3% of buyers in our region are married couples
with children
*Statistics from Zimmerman/Volk & Associates
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
IncentivesIncentivesIncentivesIncentives
1) Property Tax Freeze for 8.5 years
2) Rebate on State Taxes of at least $30,000
3) Down payment assistance of $20,000 to $40,000 from Mercer University and/or the City of Macon
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1295 Ross St.1295 Ross St.1295 Ross St.1295 Ross St.---- BeforeBeforeBeforeBefore
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1295 Ross St.1295 Ross St.1295 Ross St.1295 Ross St.
• 1870s Victorian Cottage on the National Register of Historic Places
• All new electrical, double-paned windows, drywall, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, refinished heart-pine floors, 12ft ceilings, granite counters, Stainless appliances
• 3 br, 3 ba, 2,160 sf• Walking distance to Mercer and Mercer Village• SOLD for $175,000 in December 2009
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1295 Ross St1295 Ross St1295 Ross St1295 Ross St
True Cost$1,219.00$541.00
Monthly
10-year Total$0.00$90,000.00
You Save
Property Taxes Frozen (8.5 yrs.)-$2,940.00-$960.00
Your Taxes Decrease
Don't Pay State Tax (10 yrs.)$0.00$5,250.00
You Get a Raise
Mercer/ City Pays It!-$6,125.00$20,000.00
No Down Payment
$175,000.00$175,000.00Price
Any Other Home1295 Ross St.
VS.
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1295 Ross St1295 Ross St1295 Ross St1295 Ross St
True Cost$1,219.00$617.00
Monthly
10-year Total$0.00$70,000.00
You Save
Property Taxes Frozen (8.5 yrs.)-$2,940.00-$960.00
Your Taxes Decrease
Don't Pay State Tax (10 yrs.)$0.00$5,250.00
You Get a Raise
3.5% FHA-$6,125.00-$6,125.00
Down Payment
$175,000.00$175,000.00Price
Any Other Home1295 Ross St.
VS.
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1295 Ross St.1295 Ross St.1295 Ross St.1295 Ross St.---- AfterAfterAfterAfter
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- BeforeBeforeBeforeBefore
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
• 1910 Craftsman Bungalow on the National Register of Historic Places
• All new electrical, drywall, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, refinished oak and heart-pine floors, 10ft ceilings, granite counters, Stainless appliances
• 2 br, 2 ba, 1,510 sf• Walking distance to Mercer and Mercer Village• SOLD for $130,000 in January 2010
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- BeforeBeforeBeforeBefore
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1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- AfterAfterAfterAfter
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1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- BeforeBeforeBeforeBefore
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1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- AfterAfterAfterAfter
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1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- BeforeBeforeBeforeBefore
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- AfterAfterAfterAfter
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- BeforeBeforeBeforeBefore
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- AfterAfterAfterAfter
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- BeforeBeforeBeforeBefore
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- AfterAfterAfterAfter
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VS.
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.
True Cost$1,155.00$507.00
Monthly
10-year Total$0.00$35,000.00
You Save
Property Taxes Frozen (8.5 yrs.)-$2,261.00-$965.00
Your Taxes Decrease
Don't Pay State Tax (10 yrs.)$0.00$2,459.00
You Get a Raise
Mercer/City Pays It!-$4,550.00$20,000.00
No Down Payment
$130,000.00$130,000.00Price
Any Other Home1525 Coleman
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
VS.
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.
True Cost$1,155.00$590.00
Monthly
10-year Total$0.00$35,000.00
You Save
Property Taxes Frozen (8.5 yrs.)-$2,261.00-$965.00
Your Taxes Decrease
Don't Pay State Tax (10 yrs.)$0.00$2,459.00
You Get a Raise
Mercer/City Pays It!-$4,550.00-$4,550.00
No Down Payment
$130,000.00$130,000.00Price
Any Other Home1525 Coleman
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- BeforeBeforeBeforeBefore
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.1525 Coleman Ave.---- AfterAfterAfterAfter
P.O. BOX 13358 MACON, GA 31208 PH: 478.742.5084 FAX:478.742.2008 WWW.HISTORICMACON.ORG
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Josh Rogers, Executive [email protected]
phone 478-742-5084 • fax 478-742-2008email [email protected] • site www.historicmacon.org
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