Margaret Mikels

recently purchased a home in Monarch's Fairfield

neighborhood, a turn-of-the-century neighborhood

built by McKenzie-Perry Homes, the 1999 Atlanta

Builder of the Year. Homes in Fairfield will be

in close proximity to Central Park, as well as

the proposed on-site elementary school.

Fairfield's

architecture reflects early 1900s cottage designs

which are complemented by rear garages and

alleys.

Ms. Mikels said the

community's nature paths, green space, lake, open

areas and technology advantage weighed heavily in

her decision to buy in Monarch Village.

With homes priced

from the $100,000s to more than $300,000, Monarch

Village will have more than 125 acres of green

space and natural areas, a 16-acre lake with

boating facilities, a community clubhouse,

competition-size swimming pool, eight lighted

tennis courts and a variety of community parks

and village gathering places.

The community will

have a commercial Village Square featuring a

variety of shops, offices and neighborhood

services. In addition, the community will offer a

unique technology program, including upgraded

wiring for every home, the potential for

ultra-fast Internet access and an interactive

community Intranet.

To visit Monarch

Village, take I-75 South to exit 75. Go right on

Hwy. 138 one-quarter mile, and turn left on Speer

Road, then left on Walt Stephens Road. For more

information call 770-506-4565 or visit www.monarch-village.com .