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Ft. Gillem

FOREST PARK, GA 30297

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 30297

Ft. Gillem

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The FOREST PARK, GA real estate market (30297) currently shows 78 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.1% year-over-year, from $218,375 to $218,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,836  ·  Density: 1,016.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $44,267

Typical home value: $98,109  ·  Homeownership: 36.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
78
⇩ 11.4% vs 88 last year
Pending
14
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$218,250
⇩ 0.1% vs $218,375 last year
Average Price
$221,398
⇧ 0.8% vs $219,611 last year
Days on Market
66
⇧ 61% vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$157
⇩ 6% vs $167/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,377 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 78 this year vs 88 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $218,250 (-0.1% YoY)
  • Average: $221,398 (+0.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 10.6 miles — 2,299 listings ($800,152,328 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
30297Forest Park, GA 302970.0 mi78$17,151,732$217,500$219,894
30354Atlanta, GA 303543.3 mi121$42,425,020$319,900$350,620
30274Riverdale, GA 302744.4 mi106$24,439,572$225,000$230,562
30296Riverdale, GA 302965.4 mi112$29,595,776$265,000$264,248
30273Rex, GA 302736.1 mi69$19,002,807$247,250$275,403
30344Atlanta, GA 303446.6 mi196$56,592,648$274,900$288,738
30316Atlanta, GA 303167.1 mi266$125,728,358$410,671$472,663
30310Atlanta, GA 303108.4 mi285$102,550,980$335,000$359,828
30349Atlanta, GA 303498.9 mi420$146,328,420$279,150$348,401
30311Atlanta, GA 303119.5 mi169$54,186,132$299,450$320,628
30317Atlanta, GA 303179.8 mi78$47,060,598$550,000$603,341
30313Atlanta, GA 3031310.4 mi38$14,191,746$301,000$373,467
30032Decatur, GA 3003210.6 mi361$120,898,539$307,175$334,899

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FOREST PARK, GA 30297?

As of February 2026, there are 78 active listings in FOREST PARK, GA (zip code 30297), compared to 88 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FOREST PARK, GA 30297?

The median listing price in FOREST PARK, GA 30297 is $218,250 as of February 2026, a 0.1% decrease from $218,375 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in FOREST PARK, GA?

Homes in FOREST PARK, GA 30297 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FOREST PARK, GA 30297?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, FOREST PARK, GA 30297 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in FOREST PARK, GA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FOREST PARK, GA 30297 save an estimated $4,365 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $218,250. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.