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Georgia is a buyer's market right now. With 10.9 months of supply and homes taking an average of 74 days to sell, you have more time to compare your options, negotiate a better deal, and buy with confidence.

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Written By Aditya APopular Writer
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Reviewed By Deepika RHousing Market Analyst
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October 2026
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Live MLS Data 68,689 active homes tracked
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First Multiple Listing Service-GA
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Georgia Real Estate Market Snapshot
MEDIAN HOME PRICE
$370,000↓ 0.00%
MORTGAGE RATES 30-YR
7.24%↓ 0.08%
Buyer's Market
DAYS ON MARKET
74
↑ 4.23% YoY
INVENTORY
77,543
↑ 13.88% YoY
Overview icon Overview
Predictions icon Predictions
Supply icon Supply
Demand icon Demand

Is Now a Good Time to Buy in Georgia? Here's What We Think

Yes, now is a good time to buy in Georgia. The median sale price is $370,000, no change from last year, and home sales saw a 26.25% change over the same period. Buyers can use this data to gauge how much room there is to negotiate.
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Median Sale Price
$370,000
↓ 0%YoY
What this chart showsMedian Sale Price
This metric shows how home prices are trending in Georgia. A rising median price can point to stronger demand or limited inventory, while a falling price may give buyers more room to negotiate.

Median Sale Price Trend

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Georgia
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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: October 2026
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Georgia Housing Market Forecast for 2026

Georgia's housing market is expected to keep favoring buyers in 2026, with modest price growth, rising inventory, and homes taking longer to sell.

Market Outlook:

  • Home prices expected to rise modestly by 2-4%, reflecting cooling demand
  • Months of supply forecast to hold near 4-6, giving buyers more choice
  • Homes being on the market longer gives buyers added leverage to negotiate price and terms

Will the Georgia Housing Market Crash in 2026?

Expert consensus points to no. Georgia is seeing steady demand with no signs of distressed selling. The market is simply rebalancing after a period of tight inventory, not heading toward a downturn. Buyers can expect more negotiating room and a wider selection through 2026.
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Current Market Indicators

  • Days on Market:

    74 days

  • Months of Supply:

    10.9 months

  • Sale-to-List Ratio:

    97.34%

  • Mortgage Rates:

    Currently- 7.24% projected to hover between 6.0% and 6.8%

Is There Enough Inventory in Georgia Right Now?

Yes, buyers have plenty of options in Georgia right now. The market has 77,543 active listings and 10.9 months of supply, giving buyers more choice and negotiating power. There were 26,165 new listings last month, while inventory changed by 13.88% year-over-year.
Homes for SaleNewly Listed HomesMonths of Supply
Homes for Sale
77,543
↑ 13.88%YoY
What this chart showsHomes for Sale
This chart shows the total number of homes currently available for sale in Georgia. Rising inventory gives buyers more options, while fewer homes for sale can increase competition and give sellers more leverage.

Homes for Sale Trend

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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: October 2026

Are Buyers or Sellers Controlling the Georgia Market?

Buyers currently have the upper hand in the Georgia housing market. Homes are selling for 97.34% of their asking price, and price reductions saw a marginal change year-over-year. Frequent price cuts give buyers more room to negotiate and put pressure on sellers to compete.
Homes Sold Above List PriceHomes with Price DropsSale-to-List Ratio
Homes Sold Above List Price
16.27%
↑ 5.51%YoY
What this chart showsSold Above List
The line tracks the share of homes selling above their asking price over time. A rising trend signals strong buyer competition and bidding wars, while a falling trend suggests that competition is easing.

Homes Sold Above List Price Trend

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1 Year3 Years5 Years

Georgia
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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: October 2026

Explore Georgia Housing Markets by City

Compare median listing prices, homes sold, and newly listed properties across Georgia's top cities.

Highest Median Price
alpharetta
$750,000
Most Affordable
st. marys
$316,340
Most Homes Sold
atlanta
1,405 sold
Most New Listings
atlanta
6,113 listed
Georgia Average Price
$471,981
15-city average
Housing Market by City
CityMedian PriceTrend
alpharetta Arrow$750kBuyer
decatur Arrow$716kSeller
johns creek Arrow$649kBalanced
peachtree city Arrow$590kSeller
cumming Arrow$540kBuyer
marietta Arrow$519kBalanced
suwanee Arrow$508kSeller
atlanta Arrow$400kBuyer
athens Arrow$375kBuyer
locust grove Arrow$368kBalanced
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Our MLS data sources

All sources updated daily

Median prices, rents and active inventory aggregated from MLS systems across Georgia.

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