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We all know Atlanta is a renter’s paradise: Plentiful inventory, fanciful amenities and affordable housing close to the job. But new figures show that renters across the nation, including Atlanta, paid more in monthly payments — $12.6 billion — in 2018 than the previous year.
Atlantans paid $9.3 billion in rent in 2018, an increase over the $8.8 billion they paid in 2017. The median rent for 2018 in Atlanta was $1,470, according to a new HotPads.com analysis.
Nationally, the monthly rent was $1,475, up 3% over a year ago. Across the nation, renters and apartment dwellers paid the ungodly sum of $504 billion to landlords.
Why are rents increasing?For Atlanta, the entry of the Beltline into the city’s interior has substantially increased not only rents but mortgages as well. Many intown areas are seeing double-digit appreciation following similar paths of the Beltline.
But it’s not just the Beltline, other developments have played a role, too. Atlanta may have lost out on Amazon’s second world headquarters, but studies showed that the effect to surrounding real estate would have made much of the downtown area unaffordable.
Here is what renters paid in 2018 across the U.S.
Metropolitan
AreaTotal Rent
Paid, 2018ivTotal Rent
Paid, 2017Renter Households, 2018
Renter Households, 2017
Median
Rent,
Q4 2018YoY Change
United States
$504.4 billion
$491.8 billion
43.2 million
43.3 million
$1,475
3.0%
New York, NY
$55.6 billion
$54.7 billion
3.5 million
3.5 million
$2,370
1.0%
Los Angeles, CA
$40.4 billion
$38.5 billion
2.3 million
2.2 million
$2,920
4.2%
Chicago, IL
$15.6 billion
$14.8 billion
1.3 million
1.2 million
$1,785
2.1%
Dallas, TX
$12.3 billion
$12.3 billion
1.0 million
1.0 million
$1,665
3.0%
Philadelphia, PA
$8.9 billion
$8.8 billion
752,000
771,000
$1,680
2.6%
Houston, TX
$10.4 billion
$10.3 billion
927,000
902,000
$1,585
2.6%
Washington, DC
$14.8 billion
$14.3 billion
807,000
792,000
$2,180
1.8%
Miami, FL
$12.7 billion
$12.3 billion
861,000
850,000
$2,025
2.7%
Atlanta, GA
$9.3 billion
$8.8 billion
781,000
775,000
$1,470
5.3%
Boston, MA
$11.3 billion
$10.9 billion
699,000
699,000
$2,410
3.2%
San Francisco, CA
$17.0 billion
$16.2 billion
779,000
766,000
$3,495
3.4%
Detroit, MI
$5.1 billion
$4.9 billion
530,000
525,000
$1,300
3.7%
Riverside, CA
$7.4 billion
$6.7 billion
516,000
496,000
$1,960
5.7%
Phoenix, AZ
$7.5 billion
$6.9 billion
625,000
607,000
$1,495
6.2%
Seattle, WA
$9.8 billion
$9.4 billion
588,000
593,000
$2,240
4.0%
Minneapolis, MN
$5.2 billion
$5.0 billion
422,000
417,000
$1,680
3.7%
San Diego, CA
$10.2 billion
$9.6 billion
530,000
524,000
$2,720
4.8%
St. Louis, MO
$3.1 billion
$3.0 billion
355,000
349,000
$1,200
2.1%
Tampa, FL
$5.2 billion
$4.9 billion
433,000
430,000
$1,475
5.6%
Baltimore, MD
$4.5 billion
$4.6 billion
354,000
348,000
$1,745
1.1%
Denver, CO
$6.4 billion
$6.1 billion
405,000
403,000
$2,115
3.9%
Pittsburgh, PA
$2.4 billion
$2.5 billion
297,000
297,000
$1,100
2.7%
Portland, OR
$4.9 billion
$4.7 billion
351,000
345,000
$1,945
3.0%
Charlotte, NC
$3.4 billion
$3.3 billion
330,000
330,000
$1,385
4.1%
Sacramento, CA
$4.8 billion
$4.4 billion
331,000
326,000
$1,970
5.9%
San Antonio, TX
$3.1 billion
$2.9 billion
298,000
291,000
$1,385
2.5%
Orlando, FL
$4.4 billion
$4.2 billion
339,000
338,000
$1,530
6.7%
Cincinnati, OH
$2.5 billion
$2.4 billion
285,000
287,000
$1,230
3.1%
Cleveland, OH
$2.5 billion
$2.5 billion
303,000
307,000
$1,205
2.6%
Kansas City, MO
$2.8 billion
$2.8 billion
296,000
300,000
$1,260
3.1%
Las Vegas, NV
$4.4 billion
$4.1 billion
360,000
358,000
$1,420
6.5%
Columbus, OH
$2.9 billion
$2.8 billion
297,000
293,000
$1,435
4.0%
Indianapolis, IN
$2.5 billion
$2.4 billion
270,000
266,000
$1,240
3.4%
San Jose, CA
$7.0 billion
$6.7 billion
275,000
273,000
$3,720
4.0%
Austin, TX
$4.2 billion
$4.4 billion
316,000
319,000
$1,750
2.6%
Virginia Beach, VA
$2.9 billion
$2.8 billion
247,000
242,000
$1,485
1.8%
Nashville, TN
$2.8 billion
$2.8 billion
263,000
267,000
$1,510
2.6%
Providence, RI
$2.5 billion
$2.3 billion
251,000
243,000
$1,770
4.8%
Milwaukee, WI
$2.4 billion
$2.3 billion
252,000
250,000
$1,385
2.1%
Jacksonville, FL
$2.2 billion
$2.1 billion
197,000
200,000
$1,395
5.3%
Memphis, TN
$1.6 billion
$1.6 billion
188,000
182,000
$1,045
2.7%
Oklahoma City, OK
$1.5 billion
$1.6 billion
194,000
194,000
$1,120
1.5%
Louisville, KY
$1.3 billion
$1.3 billion
166,000
163,000
$1,140
3.3%
Hartford, CT
$1.7 billion
$1.7 billion
160,000
158,000
$1,670
1.8%
Richmond, VA
$1.8 billion
$1.7 billion
167,000
161,000
$1,465
4.0%
New Orleans, LA
$1.9 billion
$1.8 billion
186,000
182,000
$1,450
1.7%
Buffalo, NY
$1.4 billion
$1.3 billion
162,000
165,000
$1,275
3.5%
Raleigh, NC
$1.9 billion
$1.9 billion
176,000
172,000
$1,475
3.1%
Birmingham, AL
$1.0 billion
$1.0 billion
137,000
141,000
$1,045
2.9%
Salt Lake City, UT
$1.6 billion
$1.4 billion
130,000
129,000
$1,600
4.4%
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If you’re abreast of metro Atlanta’s movie-making prowess, you know that Pinewood Studios in Fayetteville is where the magic happens. The area is also in the midst of a development build-out that will bring a 25-acre town center to the area.
Now a luxury movie theater development is being added to the mix. Adjacent to Pinewood Atlanta Studios, the project is slated to break ground later in 2019 and will open in 2020. Given the area’s rich movie-making, a movie theater to show off the latest films only makes sense.
Luxury movie theater planned for Pinewood Forest
Developers Pace Lynch Corporation, Spotlight Theatres, and Alerion Services are expecting the movie theater to attract more than 240,000 people a year.
“Pinewood Forest is thrilled to reveal plans for the boutique theater,” said Rob Parker, President of Pinewood Forest. “The state of the art facility will complement our vision for Pinewood Forest to become a premier entertainment, culinary and wellness destination in the Southeast. Pace Lynch and Spotlight are the perfect partners for this project, delivering upon our vision of a town for creating unlike any other.”
The movie theater will be a gathering place for lovers of cinema. Planners say it will host blockbuster films, especially those produced at the adjacent Pinewood Atlanta Studios, as well as other film and video content, live performances, broadcasted sports and entertainment events, corporate events and more.
Also, planned for the Pinewood Forest development is Pancake Social, an all-day breakfast spot.
Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
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Tickets for Super Bowl Opening Night go on sale Wednesday, December 19 at 10 a.m. ET in Atlanta. Football fans may purchase tickets at NFL.com/OpeningNightOnSale to be in State Farm Arena among thousands of people.
Super Bowl LIII festivities in Atlanta will kick off in primetime with Super Bowl Opening Night Fueled by Gatorade on Monday, January 28, 2019 at State Farm Arena.
Opening Night Ticket Sales For Super Bowl Media Day Begin
Opening Night is when media interviews with the Super Bowl players and coaches will commence. It is their only public appearance in Atlanta before Super Bowl LIII. Attendees will see the Super Bowl teams in person and will be able to listen to players answer questions via free radios distributed throughout the venue.
Super Bowl Opening Night is the first interaction that Super Bowl players and coaches from both teams have with media after arrival in Atlanta, and the only time the two teams will be in one location before the game. For the third straight year, members of both teams will appear together on stage in front of fans. Super Bowl Opening Night will also feature special appearances and autographs by NFL players and Legends, and team mascots, as well as fan photo opportunities and the chance to win prizes including two tickets to Super Bowl LIII by checking in with the Super Bowl LIII – Fan Mobile Pass app!
“Super Bowl Opening Night in Atlanta will enable fans to see and listen to every Super Bowl player and coach just hours after they arrive in the city,” said Peter O’Reilly, NFL Senior Vice President of Events and Club Business Development. “We are very excited to have fans join these players and media from around the world in officially kicking off Super Bowl week.”
Super Bowl Opening Night begins at 7:00 PM ET and will be televised live on NFL Network and CBS Sports Network. Fans in attendance will receive a free radio giving them access to NFL Network coverage and player interviews taking place at the individual podiums. Tickets are $29 and doors will open at 5:30 PM ET.
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This Sunday the Brave Day Party is going down at Pure Lounge & Hookah Bar at 1594 Woodcliff Dr. NW Atlanta.
There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
Read more: The best soul food restaurants in AtlantaTHE BEST DAYPARTY IN ATLANTA ON SUNDAYS!
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Atlantans love to eat out, so it’s no surprise that some lovable restaurants in the city have made another distinguished list. This time TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, announced a new ranking of the top restaurant chains in the U.S. for 2019.
The list is based on millions of reviews and opinions from TripAdvisor diners, who span across the country. The rankings include those of the fine dining variety as well as casual dining, quick service and fast casual.
TripAdvisor’s top restaurant chains in Atlanta
“Chain restaurants are integral to the American dining experience as they offer consumers convenient and satisfying meals for all occasions,” Bertrand Jelensperger, senior vice president for TripAdvisor Restaurants, said in a statement.
“For the first time, TripAdvisor is ranking restaurant chains that provide exemplary food, service and value to diners. Every company featured in these rankings should be proud of the recognition they are receiving from TripAdvisor’s community of millions of travelers and locals searching our site for a great place to eat.”
Here are the Best Restaurant Chains in the U.S.
Top 10 Small Chains (10-50 locations)
- Eddie V’s Prime Seafood
- Seasons 52
- Houston’s
- Ocean Prime
- J. Alexander’s
- Fogo de Chão
- Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
- Half Shell Oyster House
- Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
- Maggiano’s Little Italy
- Top 10 Medium Chains (51-100 locations)
- The Capital Grille
- Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
- Texas de Brazil
- Yard House
- BRIO Tuscan Grille
- Portillo’s
- Morton’s The Steakhouse
- The Melting Pot
- Sweet Tomatoes
- Another Broken Egg Cafe
Top 10 Large Chains (101+ locations)
- When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.Fast-casual is the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in AtlantaPatrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
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Have you ever been a stand-in in a movie, TV show or other production? Casting directors are looking for you to film some scenes on Monday, Dec. 17, 2018 in Decatur.
Here is the casting call:
Seeking an African American Male, ages 20s-50s, 6′ to 6’2, 220-250lbs, with stand in experience.
DATE: Monday, December 17th
RATE: $150/12
LOCATION: Decatur, GAHOW TO SUBMIT:
To apply, please send your name, age, height, weight, phone number, stand in experience & 3 photos to submissions@catrettcasting.comSubject: 6’1 AA MALE
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox. -
SATURDAY NIGHTS IN ATLANTA HAVE OFFICIALLY BEEN UPGRADED. JOIN US THIS SATURDAY AS WE INTRODUCE YOU TO YOUR NEW SATURDAY NIGHT PARTY DESTINATION.
SATURDAYS AT THE ALL NEW OAK ATLANTA
OAK HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RENOVATED TO ATLANTA’S MOST UNIQUE NIGHT CLUBS WITH STATE OF THE ART LIGHTING AND SOUND SYTEMS. EVERY WEEK WE WILL FEATURE THE HOTTEST DJ’S FROM ALL AROUND THE COUNTRY.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HANG OUT WITH ATLANTA’S A LIST JOIN SATURDAY NIGHT.
RSVP NOW FOR COMPLIMENTARY VIP ADMISSION W/ RSVP UNTIL 11:30 PM
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The superhero hits just keep on coming to ATL: Casting directors are looking for actors, models, and talent to film on scenes on to work on Monday, December 17 in downtown Atlanta.
“Black Lightning” has been a hit for the CW Network. The TV show is based on a DC comic book character depicted as a schoolteacher from the crime-ridden part of Metropolis. He gains super powers from a power belt that he puts to use to cleaning up crime in his neighborhood.
Atlanta Casting Calls: Black Lightning
(Read Carefully Please) Currently booking BG and BG w/Cars to work tomorrow, Monday, December 17th in Downtown Atlanta on Backlighting;
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CALLTIME: 6:00pm; working 8-10hrs; this is an exterior scene;
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[Pedestrians]- Male/Female, Open ethnicity, Ages 21+; Everyday people, all shapes and sizes, – business people, regular pedestrians, etc.
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[Pedestrians w/Cars]- Male/Female, Open ethnicity, Ages 21+; Everyday people, all shapes and sizes, – business people, regular pedestrians, etc. — Also Include Make/Model/Color/Year and PHOTO of YOUR ACTUAL vehicle. No RED or WHITE vehicles — ($25 car bump)
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If available email recent photos, include LEGAL name, age, phone, height, weight, all clothing sizes, (including shoes) to: BLACKLIGHTNINGEXTRAS@gmail.comWant to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Friday February 22nd 2019SPAG HEDDY
Straight from the kitchens of Pastanistan, SPAG HEDDY delivers your daily need for tomato bass. Releases like Oh My! [Never Say Die], OG Meatball EP [Buygore] and official remix for platinum hit Don’t Let Me Down (The Chainsmokers ft. Daya) made waves in the world of bass music, and have secured him a spot amongst the bass lords. SPAG made name in the bass market giant USA with several headlined tours, from festival main stages to intimate and raw spots, leaving every witness destroyed with a snapped neck. Don’t miss out and be embraced by his noodly appendage.BOMMER
Bommer (Zack Bommer) is a twenty-five year old dubstep producer from St. Louis, Missouri. Bommer is a testament of what dedication and perseverance can lead to. From starting at local bars before dubstep was a household name, Bommer put countless hours a day into his craft. Fast-forward four years, Bommer has had releases on labels such as Smog, Prime Audio, Subquake Audio, Octane Audio, and GMB Records. In addition to his production, Bommer’s mixing skills are second to none. With flawless double drops to clean transitions, Bommer can keep any dance floor entertained.AL ROSS
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Liquified brings you a very special night of PURE MUSIC SOPHISTICATION with Toolroom head honcho MARK KNIGHT playing a very special 3+ hour set in Atlanta on Friday, Dec. 28 at District Atlanta.
MARK KNIGHT:
DJ, producer, label owner and businessman: Mark Knight has proven a rare and wonderful breed of musical heavyweight. The second highest-selling Beatport artist of all time (with no less than eight No.1’s) his career has spanned more than a decade, with releases on a diverse range of labels such as Suara, 1605, Stereo and of course his own Toolroom. Despite his success, the Grammy-nominated artist has never rested on the laurels of being one of the industry’s most respected and accomplished international players, and continues to push boundaries and set new standards with each year that passes.Armed with a musical library that knows no boundaries, a consistent run of hits and chart-topping ventures alike, the success of Knight’s recording career is matched only by the credibility and integrity maintained throughout his discography to date. Heard through a spread of anthems (‘Man With The Red Face,’ ‘Alright’, ‘Downpipe’) along with producing bands such as Faithless and Underworld has sealed a diverse musical heritage for the accomplished producer. It’s music for passion, not numbers, and it’s what Mark Knight does best.
