Georgia’s housing market presents stark contrasts. The state reports a median 70 days on market for single-family homes. HW Data highlights a sharp divide, with some Georgia metros selling in weeks while others take months to turn.
Quick-selling metros
Hinesville-Fort Stewart leads the state’s larger markets with homes selling in a median of 42 days. The metro’s 126 active listings have a median price of $310,000. Its 1.7 months of inventory signals tight supply and steady buyer demand.
Athens–Clarke County also shows faster movement, with homes spending a median of 49 days on market. The 113 active listings have a median price of $299,000. With months of supply near 2.0, our Market Action Index shows Athens leaning toward a seller’s market.
Slower markets in Brunswick and Albany
Brunswick listings linger for nearly five months. The metro’s 165 active listings have a median price of $1.8 million, reflecting a market skewed toward higher-end homes. Days on market sits at 147, with months of supply approaching 4.8, and the Market Action Index signals conditions that favor buyers.
Albany shows a different dynamic, with lower median prices but slower turnover. With more than 100 active listings priced between $79,000 and $135,000, homes here remain on the market for 126 to 133 days. Months of supply ranges from 5.0 to 8.5, and our Market Action Index places Albany firmly in a buyer’s market.
Local dynamics in the data
HW Data shows that price mix and supply balance are key drivers behind these differences. Metros with mid-market price points, such as Hinesville and Athens, tend to move faster. Areas at the higher and lower ends of the price spectrum, such as Brunswick and Albany, show longer selling times.
Takeaway for buyers and sellers
The Georgia data highlights how market composition influences velocity. For buyers, mid-market metros remain competitive, while slower-moving areas may offer more room to negotiate. For sellers, realistic pricing and market expectations are critical across all markets.
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