Moving to Atlanta with a Baby on the Way? Here's What Every Growing Family Needs to Know

 

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. Buying a home while expecting your first child and relocating to a new city? That's a whole new ballgame — and it's exactly the situation our very own Justin Landis recently talked through with a first-time dad-to-be getting ready to move to Atlanta.

The conversation surfaced some insights we share with growing families all the time. If you're expecting a baby or planning to grow your family, here's what you need to think about before you start your home search.

Storage: The Thing Nobody Warns You About

Ask any new parent what surprised them most about life with a baby, and the answer is almost always some version of: the stuff.

Justin puts it simply: you need storage — and a lot of it. Car seats, strollers, bouncers, pack-n-plays, diaper bags, toys, and gear you didn't even know existed will quickly take over your home. Before you have kids, you shop for a house based on aesthetics and layout. After kids, you shop for closets, garages, mudrooms, and covered entryways.

That last one is no joke — loading up a car with a baby and all their gear in the rain is a rite of passage most parents wish they'd planned for.

Baby Proofing Is the Easy Part

A lot of first-time parents come to us focused on baby proofing — and yes, that matters. But here's the truth: you'll figure out the outlet covers and stair gates as you go. What's harder to retrofit is function.

Think about how you'll actually move through the home every day. Is there a bedroom close to the master for a nursery? Is there a dedicated drop zone for all the gear? Does the layout support the way a family of three (or four, or five) actually lives?

These are the questions we help our clients think through before they fall in love with a house that won't work for their real life.

How the Justin Landis Group Helps Growing Families

When a growing family works with us, we don't just talk about square footage and school districts — though we absolutely cover those too. We take the time to understand where you are right now and where your life is headed.

Are you relocating from out of state? We'll help you get familiar with Atlanta's neighborhoods and find the right fit fast. Expecting your first child? We'll make sure storage, layout, and livability are front and center in your search. Ready to upsize before baby number two arrives? We know this market, and we'll find you a home that grows with your family.

The right home for a growing family isn't just about what you need today. It's about what you'll need in two, five, and ten years — and we're here to help you think that far ahead.

Let's Find Your Family's Perfect Atlanta Home

Whether you're relocating to Atlanta or already here and ready for more space, the Justin Landis Group is ready to help.

📞 Reach out to our team today — let's talk about what your family needs and find the home that checks every box.

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Tune in for weekly valuable insights and practical tips with Justin and Kristin on Atlanta’s Q99.7. This insightful discussion was brought to you by a paid partnership with Kristin from The Kristin Show on Atlanta’s Q99.7.

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