{"id":47087,"date":"2024-08-21T12:39:39","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T19:39:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=47087"},"modified":"2026-04-03T09:39:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T16:39:17","slug":"home-values-in-atlanta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/home-values-in-atlanta\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Values in Atlanta: A Seller\u2019s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wondering what your home is worth in today\u2019s Atlanta market? Whether you\u2019re preparing to sell, looking to cancel PMI<\/a>, or just curious to learn more about current home values in Atlanta, staying up to date with market trends is key to making well-informed decisions about your next steps.<\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll cover recent home price trends in the ATL, explain how to get a precise home value estimate<\/a>, and provide easy, expert tips to increase your home\u2019s value before listing. We\u2019ll also share handy tools to help you achieve the best price when it comes time to sell your Atlanta home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Already Own a Home? What's It Worth Now?<\/h3>\n

Home values have rapidly increased in recent years. How much is your current home worth now? Get a ballpark estimate from HomeLight’s free Home Value Estimator.<\/p>\n \n

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Editor\u2019s note: This post is for educational purposes and is not intended to be construed as financial advice. HomeLight always encourages you to consult your own advisor.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Current home values in Atlanta<\/h2>\n

Since the summer of 2020, the median home value in the Atlanta metro area has surged 46%. In July 2020, the typical home sold for $274,000, compared to $400,000<\/a> in July of this year, according to data from the Georgia MLS.<\/p>\n

According to a new study by RentCafe mentioned in Atlanta Agent Magazine<\/a>, \u201cThe demand for apartments in Atlanta is fueled by a confluence of factors, including the innovation district surrounding Georgia Tech, the city\u2019s rising prominence as a transportation hub, and sustained population growth.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIts skilled workforce, business-friendly environment, cultural attractions, and rising wages further contribute to the city\u2019s economic expansion,\u201d the study continues.<\/p>\n

The table below illustrates just how much home prices in the Atlanta metro area have increased over the last five years:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Year<\/strong><\/td>\nMedian home price<\/strong><\/td>\nPercent change year-over-year<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2024 (July)<\/a><\/td>\n$400,000<\/td>\n+2.6%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2023<\/a><\/td>\n$390,000<\/td>\n+0%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2022<\/a><\/td>\n$390,000<\/td>\n+17.4%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2021<\/a><\/td>\n$332,335<\/td>\n+21.3%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2020<\/a><\/td>\n$274,000<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Source: Georgia MLS<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

This trend isn\u2019t limited to the ATL; it\u2019s been happening nationwide over the past four years. According to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price Index, house prices across the whole of the United States have climbed 47%<\/a> since the beginning of 2020.<\/p>\n

Because of this sharp increase in prices, homeowners have built substantial equity<\/a> in their properties, which can be used to finance new properties, make home improvements, pay off debt, or save for retirement. As of early 2024, ICE Mortgage Monitor reported that the average mortgage-holding homeowner holds approximately $299,000<\/a> in home equity.<\/p>\n

For comparison, the table below shows median sold prices in cities near Atlanta:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
City<\/strong><\/td>\nMedian home price<\/strong><\/td>\nDistance from Atlanta<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Carrollton<\/td>\n$275,500<\/td>\n50-65 min (49.8 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Suwanee<\/td>\n$637,900<\/td>\n35-65 min (33.4 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Sugar Hill<\/td>\n$450,800<\/td>\n40-70 min (38 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Duluth<\/td>\n$440,500<\/td>\n35-65 min (27 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Johns Creek<\/td>\n$727,300<\/td>\n35-70 min (27.4 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Buford<\/td>\n$494,700<\/td>\n45-65 min (38.6 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Alpharetta<\/td>\n$705,000<\/td>\n30-60 min (26.4 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Peachtree City<\/td>\n$540,000<\/td>\n35-55 min (31.3 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Decatur<\/td>\n$326,000<\/td>\n15-26 min (6.2 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Milton<\/td>\n$1,018,300<\/td>\n35-70 min (27.8 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Home value averages of multiple public transaction sites\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Typical travel times 8 a.m. midweek<\/em><\/p>\n

Next up, we\u2019ll show you how to estimate your Atlanta home\u2019s value and explore ways to maximize its potential.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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