Before 2100 West Wesley Road became Salubria, it was a small riverside ranch home sitting on 15 acres of undeveloped land. But in 1995, a buyer tore the home down—ostensibly to build something that would make better use of the lot—and enlisted renowned Atlanta architect Norman Askins to execute her vision.

Askins and his wife traveled to Europe to source the foundations of the newly-named estate’s guesthouse: Jerusalem stone to form the floors and exterior facade, Spanish tile for the roof, wood for the dramatic beams above the living and dining areas. The resulting structure—constructed almost entirely of imported materials—is American in address only; 24 years later, it presented the perfect fit for listing agent Katherine McClure’s clients, who purchased the property in 2019. Fresh off of a trip to Europe, they were determined to find a bigger lot similar to some of the sprawling properties they had encountered abroad.

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Salubria certainly grants that wish, but “big” doesn’t begin to describe what is one of Atlanta’s largest privately held tracts of land. Concealed from street view by white gates, outdoorsy types could easily enjoy walking along the Chattahoochee River, taking one of the trails that wind through the on-property woods, or sitting by the pond without ever encountering another soul. “It’s very private, being one of the only properties on the Chattahoochee that’s not in the floodplain,” Katherine says. “Getting to hike on your own land is my favorite thing here. It feels like you’re out on a farm and you’re going to see sheep any minute.” (Although none have been spotted yet, she shares that grazing deer will occasionally greet you as you roll up the driveway.)

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The original owner’s models for a massive main home addition never materialized, so what’s on the market today is the original three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath guesthouse. Lime-washed plaster walls and rustic wood accents keep it true to its European roots, while relaxing is made easy next to a cozy fireplace in the step-down living room. Every space in the house transports you to a slower time; don’t expect to find an AI-enabled oven or touchscreen fridge in the kitchen, which instead features charming antique appliances retrofitted for modern use.

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The home is situated at one of Atlanta’s highest elevations, offering expansive and stunning views of the river. “Being in the living room with all the windows overlooking the water gives you that true guesthouse experience,” Katherine says. “And I love the surprise factor of being in town yet feeling like you’re miles away.”

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Salubria, which translates to “healthful” from the Latin word “salubris,” is an aptly named opportunity to own unprecedented access to tranquility. This slice of countryside in the city, located at 2100 West Wesley Road, is on the market for $7,500,000. For more information, contact Katherine McClure of Ansley Real Estate at 404.895.0170,  katherinemcclure@ansleyre.com; or contact Jane Cross of Ansley Real Estate at 404.788.7722, jane@ansleyre.com.

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ATLANTA – A 14-year-old boy died after being shot at the Villages of Castleberry Hills apartments in southwest Atlanta on Wednesday evening.

One person has been detained.

What we know:

Officers were called just after 7 p.m. to the apartments located in the 500 block of Greensferry Avenue SW near Northside Drive. 

According to the Atlanta Police Department, officers found the teenager with at least one gunshot wound. 

He was rushed to the hospital in critical condition; investigators say he later died.

An individua was taken to police headquarters for questioning, though their specific involvement in the shooting remains unclear.

What they’re saying:

Witnesses at the scene described a heavy emergency response, seeing medics wheel the teenager out on a stretcher as investigators taped off the building. One neighbor, returning home to the active crime scene, expressed shock at the violence.

What we don’t know:

Police have not yet identified a suspect or a motive for the shooting. 

It remains unclear what led up to the gunfire or if the teenager was the intended target. 

Investigators have not announced any arrests, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin says a high-speed passenger rail line connecting Birmingham and Atlanta is not just a dream, but a possibility he believes is worth pursuing.

In a Jan. 8 essay titled “Let’s Go for a Walk, Birmingham,” Woodfin said he does not think it is unrealistic to imagine a fast and frequent rail connection between the two cities, calling it an achievable goal.

“I also don’t think it’s crazy to dream about a frequent and fast passenger rail connection from Birmingham to Atlanta,” Woodfin wrote. “We can achieve these things.”

The mayor tied that vision to the launch of a new citywide transportation effort known as the GoBHM Transportation Plan, a partnership between the city and the Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority. The plan is aimed at expanding mobility options and improving public transportation across Birmingham, while also exploring long-term regional connections like passenger rail.

AL.com first reported on the initiative, noting that the GoBHM plan includes studying the possibility of a high-speed rail line linking Birmingham and Atlanta as part of a broader effort to make the city more walkable, bikeable, and transit-friendly.

Woodfin said funding would be the biggest challenge to turning the rail idea into reality. Speaking Tuesday, Jan. 13, after addressing the Kiwanis Club, the mayor said such a project would require cooperation across multiple sectors.

“It would take a state, federal, public, private partnership,” Woodfin said. “It takes a lot of money. We would like to see it. Think of the economic opportunity that would create. It would be beneficial.”

City leaders say the GoBHM plan will rely heavily on public input. Residents who live, work or regularly visit Birmingham are encouraged to participate by visiting letsgobhm.com, where the city will share updates and information about upcoming public meetings over the next year.