# Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. > Official Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. business agent. Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. provides residential real estate sales, property… ## Ask it a question Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. answers for itself at https://api.hailera.com/mcp/berryatl. A client that speaks MCP can connect to that address; the tool is ask_berryatl and the protocol is 2026-07-28. Where this file and the agent disagree, the agent is current. ## About Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. Long-standing presence in Atlanta real estate - Berry Realty Company was founded in 1932 by Frank C. Berry ("Papa Berry") in Atlanta. - The company has been family owned and operated for multiple generations and continues today as Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. - Berry is recognized as one of the oldest real estate establishments in Metropolitan Atlanta. Generational leadership - Frank C. Berry founded the company and emphasized that real estate is fundamentally a relationship business. - Robert M. Berry (Bob) expanded the rental and property management division, at one point managing hundreds of single-family and multi-family residences across the city. - Honor Berry built a strong sales career in Northeast Atlanta and areas between Decatur and Lake Lanier, known for fairness, honesty, and perseverance. - Holly Berry Cosentino represents the third generation of leadership and serves as President, Owner, and Broker of Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. Innovation and professionalism Over the years, Berry has been an early adopter of practices that later became standard in the industry, including: - Multiple offices of service - Agents' names on yard signs - Directional signage and organized property tours - TV advertising for listings - Participation in professional designations and industry recognition Core values Across generations, Berry's work is guided by: - A relationship-first mindset with clients, partners, and the community - Clear and consistent communication - Fairness, honesty, and perseverance in every transaction - Long-term client relationships and repeat business These values inform both the real estate and design-build sides of the company and shape how the team approaches every project and transaction. Source: https://www.berryatl.com ## What Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. does How Berry supports buyers - Helps buyers find homes throughout Metropolitan Atlanta, with a focus on Decatur, Northeast Atlanta, and surrounding neighborhoods - Works with first-time buyers, move-up buyers, and investors - Leverages decades of local market experience to help assess property value and long-term suitability - Guides you through offer strategy, contract negotiations, inspections, and closing How Berry supports sellers - Advises on preparing your home for sale, including layout, condition, and presentation - Uses a relationship-focused approach grounded in Berry's long-standing reputation in Atlanta real estate - Markets listings across Metro Atlanta, drawing on the company's long history and network - Coordinates the steps from listing through contract and closing Relationship-focused approach Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. was founded on the idea that real estate is first and foremost a relationship business. The team emphasizes: - Clear, consistent communication throughout the buying or selling process - Fairness, honesty, and perseverance on behalf of clients - Long-term relationships that often span multiple transactions and generations of families. Types of properties - Primarily residential properties in Metro Atlanta - Experience with single-family homes and small residential properties If you have questions about a specific type of property or transaction, the team can clarify whether it is something they handle and how they can help. Overview Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. provides a holistic and strategic approach to home ownership for clients in Metro Atlanta and the Decatur area. The team can help whether you are selling, purchasing, renovating, adding on to your home, or building a custom home from the ground up. Real estate services - Residential real estate services for home buyers and sellers in Metropolitan Atlanta - Support for first-time buyers, move-up buyers, and investors - Guidance on pricing, preparing, and marketing your home for sale - Experienced sales professionals and associates focused on long-term client relationships - Rooted in Atlanta real estate since 1932, with a multigenerational, family-owned perspective Design-build and construction services Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. also offers design-build services that coordinate design, planning, and construction under one team. These services work alongside traditional real estate services to help you reach your ideal lifestyle in your existing home or a new one. Design-build offerings include: - Renovations to improve or reconfigure existing spaces - Additions that expand overall square footage - Custom homes designed and built to your needs The team can help you think through which combination of buying, selling, renovating, or building best fits your goals and timeline. Source: https://www.berryatl.com ## Where Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. works Primary contact details - Email: Contact@BerryATL.com - Mailing and office address: 2448 Tanglewood Road, Decatur, GA 30033 You can also reach the team through the contact form on the website by providing your name, email address, and a brief message about how they can help. Service area Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. primarily serves: - Metropolitan Atlanta - The Decatur area - Northeast Atlanta and nearby neighborhoods The team has longstanding experience across many intown and surrounding communities. If you are unsure whether your property or search area is covered, Berry can confirm whether it is within their typical service area. Types of inquiries You can contact Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. for help with: - Buying or selling a home - Evaluating whether to renovate, add on, or build a custom home - Questions about available design-build services - General questions about how Berry works or whether your project is a good fit. When reaching out, include your preferred contact information and a brief description of your goals so the team can direct your inquiry appropriately. Lists Metro and Decatur as a location. Names Georgia, Metro, and Decatur as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published. Source: https://www.berryatl.com ## Design Build, Renovations, Additions, and Custom Homes Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. offers design-build services alongside traditional real estate. The design-build team can help you improve your current home or create a new one that fits your lifestyle. Renovations Renovations focus on transforming existing spaces while keeping the home's current footprint. Examples include: - Kitchen and family room updates - Reconfiguring boxy or outdated layouts into more open, functional spaces - Whole-house renovations that modernize finishes and improve flow The team is experienced in working in occupied homes and planning projects around daily life, including phasing work to minimize disruption where possible. Additions Additions expand or add overall square footage to an existing property, subject to lot coverage and setback requirements. Common projects include: - Adding a garage or carport - Building a mudroom or other functional space off the back of the house - Second-story additions - First-floor extensions, such as expanding a kitchen or living space The team can help you evaluate what is feasible on your lot and how best to integrate new square footage with your existing home. Custom homes Custom homes are designed and built to your needs from the ground up. Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. can: - Work from a blank page to design a new home - Adapt or refine an existing plan to better suit your needs - Help you match the right property (lot) with the right home plan From initial concepts through construction, the design-build team coordinates the process so you have a single, integrated team helping you move from idea to completed home. Source: https://www.berryatl.com ## Educational Resources for Homeowners and Buyers Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. offers educational resources to help clients make informed decisions about home ownership and real estate. Types of resources available The company provides resources on topics such as: - Tips for home buying - Tips for home selling - Why it can be helpful to use a real estate agent - Home price appreciation and home value concepts - Home insurance basics - Refinancing considerations - Mortgage options - Introductory information about investing in real estate These resources are designed to help you understand key concepts and questions to discuss with your real estate professional, lender, or other advisors. How these resources are used - As background information to help you feel more prepared - To highlight common steps and decision points in home buying and selling - To give context for conversations with the Berry team about your specific situation For advice on your individual circumstances, Berry recommends speaking directly with a licensed real estate professional and appropriate financial or legal advisors, since general resources cannot replace personalized guidance. Source: https://www.berryatl.com ## Our Team and Professional Roles Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. is led by a multigenerational team with deep experience in real estate, design, construction, and property management. Leadership and brokers - Holly Berry Cosentino – Owner and Broker (#139520) Third-generation leader of Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. with experience across many branches of the real estate industry, including marketing and contract negotiation for thousands of residential transactions. - Ralph Cosentino – Associate Broker (#140247) Background in the relocation industry and executive management, with experience marketing real estate inventory throughout the Southeast and deep knowledge of appraisals. Design-build and project management - Honor Cosentino Vess – Lead Project Manager | Licensed Contractor (License #RBQA005560) | Licensed Real Estate Consultant (License #383120) Oversees renovation and new-construction projects. Her background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture and experience in architectural and engineering consulting. Sales, property management, and coordination - Nicole Crabtree – Administrative Coordinator | Licensed Real Estate Consultant (License #383119) Coordinates many aspects of property management and sales, including maintenance requests, work orders, and accounting details. - Karen Pratt – Licensed Real Estate Consultant (License #354005) Brings extensive experience in sales and property management, with a strong focus on contract details and smooth closings. - Jonathan Leverett – Licensed Real Estate Consultant (License #360606) Has a background in finance and supports both real estate investors and first-time home buyers. - Brenda Stepp – Licensed Real Estate Consultant (License #127134) A long-time Atlanta real estate professional with experience across many types of residential properties and a strong focus on market knowledge and negotiation. How the team works with clients - Combines brokerage, design, and construction expertise under one company - Coordinates between sales and design-build to help clients decide whether to buy, sell, renovate, add on, or build a custom home - Emphasizes attentive communication, thorough contract work, and detailed project oversight. For questions about working with a specific team member, Berry can connect you with the person best suited to your needs. Source: https://www.berryatl.com ## What Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. has not published yet These are things people ask Berry Real Estate and Design Build Co. that its published information does not yet cover. - prices - availability of properties or contractors - guarantees or promised outcomes - contract terms or legal advice - specific closing dates or project completion timelines - future property values or investment returns Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess. ## Where this comes from https://www.berryatl.com/real-estate