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ATHENS, GA 30605

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ATHENS, GA real estate market (30605) currently shows 180 active listings, with 49 pending sales. Homes are averaging 60 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 85 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 60 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.4% year-over-year, from $377,500 to $349,725.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 42,360  ·  Density: 428.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $46,701

Typical home value: $237,153  ·  Homeownership: 34.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
180
⇧ 89.5% vs 95 last year
Pending
49
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$349,725
⇩ 7.4% vs $377,500 last year
Average Price
$434,085
⇩ 8.7% vs $475,618 last year
Days on Market
60
⇧ 7.1% vs 56 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$218
vs $218/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,560 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 180 this year vs 95 last year
  • Days on market: 60 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $349,725 (-7.4% YoY)
  • Average: $434,085 (-8.7% 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 22.5 miles — 821 listings ($479,420,712 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
30605Athens, GA 306050.0 mi166$75,038,806$356,950$452,041
30619Arnoldsville, GA 306195.8 mi12$4,818,000$345,000$401,500
30601Athens, GA 306016.7 mi60$35,925,240$399,900$598,754
30630Crawford, GA 3063010.4 mi11$4,453,900$374,900$404,900
30628Colbert, GA 3062810.7 mi35$16,698,850$424,900$477,110
30622Bogart, GA 3062211.9 mi64$39,904,640$540,425$623,510
30667Stephens, GA 3066712.3 mi6$1,939,002$300,000$323,167
30666Statham, GA 3066615.3 mi128$94,335,232$424,950$736,994
30648Lexington, GA 3064816.8 mi9$5,248,800$474,900$583,200
30647Ila, GA 3064718.6 mi3$759,999$255,000$253,333
30549Jefferson, GA 3054920.1 mi284$169,624,112$519,900$597,268
30627Carlton, GA 3062721.4 mi9$4,951,125$379,500$550,125
30530Commerce, GA 3053022.5 mi34$25,723,006$620,000$756,559

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ATHENS, GA 30605?

As of February 2026, there are 180 active listings in ATHENS, GA (zip code 30605), compared to 95 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ATHENS, GA 30605?

The median listing price in ATHENS, GA 30605 is $349,725 as of February 2026, a 7.4% decrease from $377,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in ATHENS, GA 30605 spend an average of 60 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ATHENS, GA 30605?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, ATHENS, GA 30605 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 85 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 60 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ATHENS, GA 30605 save an estimated $6,995 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $349,725. 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.