Author: Whitney Latham

Lowder New Homes Announces Immediate Sales of Innovative “Thoughtful Homes” at New Park

Montgomery, Alabama.  July 14, 2017.  Lowder New Homes will begin building 55 new homes at Bristol Park Place located in New Park, a residential planned unit development by Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC in east Montgomery, Alabama. The venture marks a new relationship between two long-respected developers who have shaped the residential landscape of the River Region and beyond over the last six decades.  “We are excited about this new relationship with Jim Wilson & Associates and the opportunity to build homes in New Park.  I began my career in this business with the Wilsons and have great respect for their family and the developments they have brought to Montgomery like Wynlakes, and now New Park.” said Jimmy Rutland, President of Lowder New Homes.  New Park was started in 2008 with a master plan of 1,160 acres and a projected 2,700 homes.  Will Wilson, President of Jim Wilson & Associates, said, “The addition of Lowder New Homes to the builder mix brings a totally new concept of home styles to New Park.  Lowder’s history of success is a great compliment to our company and to New Park.  We think it is a powerful combination giving the homebuyer additional value to a home in New Park.”

Lowder New Homes will introduce new floor plans and designs of what it calls a “new generation of homes” to their New Park portfolio of plans developed by internationally recognized residential architectural firm BSB Design. Known for their innovative floor plans that capture the changing trends in living styles, BSB has designed floor plans and homes for Lowder New Homes in New Park that will live like today’s homeowner.

Dan Swift, president of BSB Design, and Senior Partner Stephen Moore built a process to design for what the firm calls a Thoughtful House.  Swift commented, “We have taken a fresh look at both existing designs and living style trends to develop plans that have spaces that are easy, relaxing and rejuvenating while being accessible, flexible and convenient to those that live in the home.”  Jimmy Rutland, president of Lowder New Homes, said, “Our new floor plans and elevations in New Park will reflect the ‘Thoughtful House’ concept with features like a private owner’s entrance, laundry rooms accessible from multiple entry points, chef inspired kitchen-centric plans, flexible spaces, deeper and bigger garages, and the always needed additional storage spaces.”  Rutland says the exterior of the homes “will vary in style from the traditional to craftsman to modern farmhouse.” Some of the exterior architectural elements will include board and batten, stone, cedar shake, prairie grid style windows, metal roofs, and front porches.

Floor plans will be available for homebuyers at the Lowder Parade home, 9230 Sheraton Park Way, in New Park during the Greater Montgomery Home Builders Association 2017 Parade of Homes on the weekend of July 15th and 16th and at the New Park Sales and Information Office, 9430 Park Crossing.   Construction of these new plans will begin this month with move-in dates in the Fall.

Lowder New Homes is a part of a large family of companies called The Colonial Company, known throughout the Southeast for its financial strength, organizational strength and quality products.  Founded in 1956, the Lowder New Homes name has become synonymous with quality homebuilding, value and customer satisfaction.  In conjunction with Lowder Construction Company, Lowder New Homes repeatedly ranks as one of the nation’s largest homebuilders by numerous national trade publications.  One of the largest homebuilders in the state of Alabama, Lowder New Homes produces in excess of 200 single-family homes annually, including home styles ranging from custom-built executive estates to garden homes.  www.lowdernewhomes.com

Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, based in Montgomery, Alabama, has developed and managed a wide array of properties throughout the eastern United States, including Class A office buildings, hotels, residential communities and millions of square feet of premier shopping space. These experiences have brought knowledge and expertise that have generated new investment opportunities in capital, hospitality and gaming ventures as well. As a result, JWA’s services are expanding through the formation of partnerships and companies, including 42 Equity Partners, A&W Enterprises, LLC and JWA Ventures, LLC.  JWA was founded by Jim Wilson, Jr. and today is led by his sons, Jim Wilson, III and Will Wilson, and a well-established team of talented and experienced professionals.  For more information about Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, please visit www.jwamalls.com.

Construction Begins on Community Clubhouse in New Park

A large brick building with grass in front of a house

Montgomery, Alabama. December 7, 2017.  New Park, a Jim Wilson & Associates Development is please to announce construction has begun on the community clubhouse in New Park located on Park Crossing between Taylor Road and Ray Thorington Road.  The clubhouse will be named “The Gatehouse” and will be a gathering place for residents in New Park and will be located adjacent to the pool at the entry way into the community.  The Gatehouse will consist of a heated and cooled indoor space as well as a spacious outdoor covered patio with a fire place.  In addition to the clubhouse, the developer will be adding some additional amenities to New Park. The community playground, “Playscape” will be located adjacent to The Gatehouse and a small splash pad will be added to the existing pool area. In addition to the playground and small splash pad, a walking trail is being enhanced around Chastain Lake in the center of the community. “We are excited to be adding these new amenities and family friendly attractions to New Park”, says Anita Carter, Vice President, Jim Wilson & Associates.  The completion of The Gatehouse and additional amenities is projected for May 2018.

New Park is a 1,100 acre master planned development currently with 336 lots.  New plats have recently been completed and more are planned in the future.  Homes in New Park start in the mid $200,000’s.  What sets New Park apart from other neighborhoods is what’s at the heart of New Park.  The James W. Wilson, Jr. Elementary School and the James W. Wilson, Jr. YMCA are just a sidewalk or bike ride away from your front door.  And with Johnnie R. Carr Middle School and Park Crossing High School less than two miles from New Park, this allows children to attend neighborhood schools from Kindergarten thru Graduation.

Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, based in Montgomery, Alabama, has developed and managed a wide array of properties throughout the eastern United States, including Class A office buildings, hotels, residential communities and millions of square feet of premier shopping space. These experiences have brought knowledge and expertise that have generated new investment opportunities in capital, hospitality and gaming ventures as well. As a result, JWA’s services are expanding through the formation of partnerships and companies, including 42 Equity Partners, A&W Enterprises, LLC and JWA Ventures, LLC.  JWA was founded by Jim Wilson, Jr. and today is led by his sons, Jim Wilson, III and Will Wilson, and a well-established team of talented and experienced professionals.  For more information about Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, please visit www.jwamalls.com.

Contact us at New Park today for more information about our community, builders, or developers, or for assistance with any additional questions.

NEW PARK TO HOST THE CENTRAL SITE FOR THE GREATER MONTGOMERY HOME BUILDERS PARADE OF HOMES IN JULY

parade of homes

Montgomery, Alabama. June 29, 2017.  New Park, a Jim Wilson & Associates Development is honored to be the Central Site of the Greater Montgomery Home Builders Parade of Homes July 8th & 9th and 15th & 16th.  New Park will have a Montgomery Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting on Friday, July 7, 2017 at 10:00 a.m, in New Park at 9236 Sheraton Park Way.  The Central Site at New Park will officially open to the public on Saturday, July 8th at 1:00 p.m.

The Central Site will feature seven homes from six different builders, including the Greater Montgomery Home Builders Association’s Ideal Home, which will showcase the latest trends, colors and design innovations.   ”Having the Central Site at New Park allows the public the opportunity to see a variety of building styles and homes in one location.  Come visit the Central Site and meet our six builders who will offer you the option to create the custom home of your dreams in a neighborhood that has it all, “says Anita Carter, Vice President, Jim Wilson & Associates.

New Park is a 1,100 acre master planned development currently with 336 lots.  New plats have recently been completed and more are planned in the future.  Homes in New Park start in the mid $200,000’s.

What sets us apart from other neighborhoods is what’s at the heart of New Park.  The James W. Wilson, Jr. Elementary School and the James W. Wilson, Jr. YMCA are just a sidewalk or bike ride away from your front door.  And with Johnnie R. Carr Middle School and Park Crossing High School less than two miles from New Park, this allows children to attend neighborhood schools from Kindergarten thru Graduation.

In addition to the unmatched convenience of these fabulous educational and recreational facilities, New Park provides the perfect backdrop for a life of incredible ease and style.  Within this impressive master-planned setting you’ll find a striking neighborhood entrance, beautifully landscaped grounds, a neighborhood pool, and a sparkling 14-acre lake.  Coming Fall 2017, New Park will be adding a 1-mile walking trail around the lake, a neighborhood clubhouse adjacent to the pool featuring a playground and a small splash pad for the kids.  All located in the growth corridor of east Montgomery near the finest shopping, dining and entertainment the area has to offer.  It’s time to enjoy life from a simpler point of view.  Life with the utmost convenience and beauty.  It’s time to find your perfect home at New Park.

Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, based in Montgomery, Alabama, has developed and managed a wide array of properties throughout the eastern United States, including Class A office buildings, hotels, residential communities and millions of square feet of premier shopping space.  JWA was founded by Jim Wilson, Jr. and today is led by his sons, Jim Wilson, III and Will Wilson, and a well-established team of talented and experienced professionals.  For more information about Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC and New Park, please visit www.jwamalls.com and www.newparkliving.com.

Contact us at New Park today for more information about our community, builders, or developers, or for assistance with any additional questions.

New Park Adds 93 New Residential Lots

New Park Map

Montgomery, Alabama. December 13, 2016.  Construction and development is underway on Phase III at New Park, the largest new residential development in Montgomery County and located on Park Crossing Road in East Montgomery.  Developer, Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC (JWA) is expanding the residential project, originally began in 2008, with the addition of 93 new lots consisting of fifty (50) and sixty-five (65) foot lots.  Marketed by Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC (JWA), lots will be available for purchase in March 2017.  New Park is now accepting Lot Reservations for Phase III.  Available builders for customers include Hugh Cole Builder, Inc., New Age Builders, LLC, River Regions Builders, LLC, Mathews Development Company, D.R.Horton, Inc., W.J. Sellers Custom Homes, Inc., and Milton Strickland Builders, Inc.

New Park, home to East Montgomery, is a 1,100 acre master-planned community that began in 2008 with over 180 residential lots and has since grown to over 240 lots with development expansion in 2014.  Now, the development is growing again to offer 93 additional new residential lots that allow customers to select beautiful, livable, and affordable home designs by Montgomery’s premier builders with home prices beginning in the mid $200,000’s.  Located on Park Crossing in East Montgomery between Taylor Road and Ray Thorington Road, the neighborhood features beautiful landscaping, a fourteen acre lake, a neighborhood pool, outstanding access to nearby retail and schools, including Park Crossing High School, the city’s newest, state of the art high school, Johnnie Carr Middle School and Wilson Elementary, and the James W. Wilson YMCA, the regions newest YMCA.  For more New Park information, visit www.newparkliving.com.

Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, (JWA) based in Montgomery, Alabama, is a privately owned real estate company specializing in real estate development including shopping centers, residential real estate investments, offices, condominiums, hotels and mixed-use developments. With over three decades of real estate experience, JWA has developed in excess of 21 million square-feet of shopping center space. The company’s development portfolio includes residential communities and condominium residences, mixed-use developments, Class A office buildings and hotel and country club assets.  For more information, visit www.jwamalls.com.

Contact us at New Park today for more information about our community, builders, or developers, or for assistance with any additional questions.

Jim Wilson & Associates Donates $20,000 to Park Crossing High School

Local Business to Donate $20,000 to Park Crossing High School

Donation is the first in a five-year $100,000 challenge for two schools

Montgomery, Alabama.  May 5, 2016.  – Jim Wilson and Associates presented a fundraising challenge to Park Crossing High School – agreeing to match funds raised during the school year up to $20,000. The school accepted the challenge and, through a series of events, raised more than $45,000. Representatives from the Wilson company will present a check to the school on Friday, May 6, 2016, during Senior Honor Day at the school.

“We are thrilled,” said Park Crossing Principal Tracy Hubbert. “Even though we are a new school, we have so many things that need attention. This donation will go a long way to help us provide more services to our students. We are so very grateful to the Wilsons.”

Hubbert says the funds will be used, in part, for much needed portable laptop cart that will include 25 to 30 laptops and can be used by all students and teachers in the classroom.

The $20,000 donation is the first in a five year, $100,000 challenge to Park Crossing High School. The Wilson company has also offered the same challenge to James W. Wilson Elementary School and has already presented a check in the amount of $20,000 in May 2015.

Will Wilson, President of Jim Wilson & Associates believes business partnerships are critical to the success of our schools.

“Anytime we can encourage education and the physical well-being of our students we should do so, and this commitment and contribution to Wilson Elementary is a great way to do both,” said Wilson. The ultimate goal is to enhance education and bring together children, parents and the community to make an outstanding school even better.”

The company will present a check for the $20,000 donation on Senior Honor Day May 6th at the school at 9:00 a.m. Media representatives are asked to sign in at the school’s office.

Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, based in Montgomery, Alabama, is a privately owned real estate company specializing in shopping centers, residential real estate investments, offices, condominiums, hotels and mixed-use developments. With over three decades of real estate experience, JWA has developed in excess of 21 million square-feet of shopping center space. The company’s development portfolio includes residential communities and condominium residences, mixed-use developments, Class A office buildings and hotel and country club assets.  For more information, visit www.jwamalls.com.

New Park offers an array of the area’s most respected and experienced home builders in Montgomery, Alabama and new homes in Montgomery, Alabama, with a comprehensive range of new house designs and packages.  Visit us today!

Wilson Elementary School Participates in the Liberty Learning Foundation

The Next Great Americans Bus Tour with Libby Liberty™ had an amazing experience visiting the students from Wilson Elementary School’s earlier this month!  More than 100 fifth graders left the event feeling empowered – and ready to learn civics, character, finances and social studies during the Super Citizen Program.

The Super Citizen experience includes a kickoff event, immersive learning and community service projects and will culminate with a graduation celebration that sees students honoring local, everyday heroes.  These crucial lessons are being taught thanks to funding from Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC who understand that these lessons must be taught despite school budget cuts.

To learn more about the Liberty Learning Foundation, please visit the link below:

https://libertylearning.org/liberty-learning-news/wilson-elementary-2016-kickoff/

New Park to Host the Central Site for the Parade of Homes in June

NEW PARK TO HOST THE CENTRAL SITE FOR THE GREATER MONTGOMERY HOME BUILDERS PARADE OF HOMES IN JUNE

New Park, a Jim Wilson & Associates development is honored to be the Central Site of the Greater Montgomery Home Builders’ Parade of Homes over the next three weekends, this month.  New Park will have a Montgomery Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting on Friday, June 12, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., in New Park on Alpine Park Court.  The Central Site at New Park will officially open to the public on Saturday, June 13th at 1:00 p.m. and will continue for the next three weekends on Saturday and Sunday.

The Central Site will feature seven homes from five different builders showcasing the latest trends, colors and design innovations for residential construction.   ”Having the Central Site at New Park allows the public the opportunity to see a variety of building styles and homes in one location.  Come visit the Central Site and meet our five builders who will offer you the option to create the custom home of your dreams in a neighborhood that has it all,” says Anita Carter, Vice President, and Jim Wilson & Associates.

New Park is a 1,100 acre master planned development currently with 243 lots. New plats have recently been completed and more are planned in the future.  Homes in New Park start in the low $200,000’s.

What sets New Park apart from other neighborhoods is what’s at the heart of New Park — the James W. Wilson, Jr. Elementary School, the adjacent James W. Wilson, Jr. YMCA (the newest facilities of their kind in Montgomery), the Johnnie R. Carr Middle School, adjacent and accessible by a walking trail from New Park, and the new state-of-the-art Park Crossing High School, which will welcome its first Senior Class scheduled to graduate May 2016.  Park Crossing is less than two miles from your front door when you live at New Park and these great schools and YMCA are just a short walk or bike ride away from your front door..

In addition to the unmatched convenience of these fabulous new educational and recreational facilities, New Park provides the perfect backdrop for a life of incredible ease and style.  Within this impressive master-planned setting you’ll find a striking neighborhood entrance, beautifully landscaped grounds, a neighborhood pool, and a sparkling 14-acre lake, all located in the growth corridor of east Montgomery near the finest shopping, dining and entertainment the area has to offer.

Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, based in Montgomery, Alabama, is a privately owned real estate company specializing in real estate development including shopping centers, residential real estate investments, offices, condominiums, hotels and mixed-use developments. With over three decades of real estate experience, JWA has developed in excess of 21 million square-feet of shopping center space. The company’s development portfolio includes residential communities and condominium residences, mixed-use developments, Class A office buildings and hotel and country club assets.  For more information about Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, and New Park please visit www.jwamalls.com and www.newparkliving.com.

Jim Wilson & Associates Donates $20,000 to Wilson Elementary School

Wilson Elementary School Donation by Jim Wilson of New Park

MONTGOMERY, AL – Jim Wilson & Associates presented a fundraising challenge to James W. Wilson Elementary School – agreeing to match funds raised during this school year up to $20,000. The school accepted the challenge and, through a series of events, raised more than $35,000. Representatives from Jim Wilson & Associates presented a check to the school on Tuesday.

“We are thrilled,” said Wilson Elementary Principal Meredith Bishop. “Even though we are a new school, we have so many things that need attention. This donation will go a long way to help us provide more services to our students. We are so very grateful to the Wilsons.”

Bishop says the funds will be used, in part, for much-needed upgrades to technology, library books, electronic language translators, additional physical education equipment, and improvements to the playground.

The $20,000 donation is the first in a five-year, $100,000 challenge to Wilson Elementary. Jim Wilson & Associates has also offered the same challenge to Park Crossing High School – their fundraising efforts for the year are still in progress.

Will Wilson, President of Jim Wilson & Associates believes business partnerships are critical to the success of our schools.

“Anytime we can encourage education and the physical well-being of our students we should do so, and this commitment and contribution to Wilson Elementary is a great way to do both,” said Wilson. The ultimate goal is to enhance education and bring together children, parents, and the community to make an outstanding school even better.”

The company presented a check for the $20,000 donation at a ceremony at the school.

Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, based in Montgomery, Alabama, is a privately owned real estate company specializing in shopping centers, residential real estate investments, offices, condominiums, hotels and mixed-use developments. With over three decades of real estate experience, JWA has developed in excess of 21 million square feet of shopping center space. The company’s development portfolio includes residential communities and condominium residences, mixed-use developments, Class A office buildings, and hotel and country club assets.

For more information, visit www.jwamalls.com.

Contact us today with any questions, or to learn more about New Park

New schools make New Park popular

New Schools Make New Park Popular

Paul Sullivan of the Montgomery Advertiser wrote a wonderful article about New Park and we wanted to share it with you!  Please read below:

East Montgomery’s New Park is more than 1,400 acres of a master-planned community located off Park Crossing between Taylor and Ray Thorington roads.

The overall master plan consists of a wide variety of single-family residences, retail or commercial sites, assisted living and church locations and a multifamily area, said Anita L. Carter, vice president and associate broker, Jim Wilson & Associates LLC.

“With the vision of our founder, James W. Wilson, Jr., New Park is positioned to be the premier location in east Montgomery for years to come,” Carter said. “Real estate is location, location, location. New Park is the smartest address in town.”

New Park is having an Open House Weekend from 1 to 5 p.m. on Oct. 18–19. Also, the New Park Information Center is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, or call 215-9215 for an appointment.

New Park is situated within walking and biking distance of the newest schools in the city — James W. Wilson, Jr. Elementary, Johnnie R. Carr Middle School and the new Park Crossing High School. In addition, James W. Wilson YMCA is located in the center of the neighborhood. Also, near the neighborhood are baseball and softball fields. New Park is just minutes away from east Montgomery’s excellent shopping and dining.

New Park offers new homes starting in the low $200,000s. Its builder’s guild offers buyers the nation’s top builder, DR Horton, along with six premier local custom builders: Elegant Homes, Excel Construction, Hugh Cole Builder, Milton Strickland Builders, Nathan Watson Builder and W. J. Sellers Custom Homes, all with years of experience, Carter said.

”By showcasing our local builders and D.R. Horton, New Park is able to offer a wide variety of builders, creating an appealing streetscape and curb appeal along with comfortable, livable and beautiful homes in a park-like neighborhood,“ she said.

Homebuyers so far represent a cross section of the River Region, and include young families, retirees, military, out-of-towners relocating, and buyers moving within the city because of what the New Park concept offers, and the newer schools.

Carter said many new homebuyers want open floor plans, outdoor living, energy-efficient features, and flexible space and rooms.

”Our buyers are seeking a community that gives them a good quality of life, convenience to work, recreation and entertainment, and a great school system,” she said. “But also a home that works within their budget and lifestyle.”

Carter said New Park is in the midst of a great year, and she expects the momentum to carry into the fall. Phase one of the development is almost sold out, and phase two opened earlier this year and its expansion is already underway.

Breaking It Down

• Newer schools nearby

• YMCA adjacent to neighborhood

• Ball fields close by

By the Numbers

• At least 32 homes sold in the past year

• The homes were sold in a price range from $206,000 to $349,877

• At least 14 homes are now available

• Homes available range in size from 1,860 square feet to 3,944 square feet

• Homes available range in price from $231,675 to $365,700

• To view properties, contact Anita Carter, vice president and associate broker, Jim Wilson & Associates at 215-9215.

Directions: From downtown Montgomery, travel east on Interstate 85 and take the Taylor Road exit and a right onto Taylor Road. Take a left at the intersection with Vaughn Road. Proceed one mile on Vaughn and take a right onto Ray Thorington Road. The entrance to New Park is two miles ahead on the right at Park Crossing.

Source: Broker Anita Carter and the Multiple Listing Service

To view the original article, please visit the link below:

View at Montgomery Advertiser

Contact us at New Park today for more information about our community, builders, and developer, or for assistance with any additional questions.