Athens, GA—30607
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Athens, GA
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Athens, GA is $321,000, with a year-over-year change of 2.5%. This indicates that home prices in Athens, GA are increasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 2.9%, suggesting an increase housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $321,000 | 2.5% |
| Single Family | $322,000 | 2.9% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $239,000 | 3.0% |
3 Bed | $296,000 | 2.4% |
4 Bed | $394,000 | 0.8% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Athens, GA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Athens, GA is $1,670, with a year-over-year rent change of -8.2%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Athens, GA is studios: $1,400, 1-bedrooms: $1,490, 2-bedrooms: $1,330, 3-bedrooms: $1,820, 4-bedrooms: $2,000. The most common rental property sizes in Athens, GA are 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom, accounting for 63.2% and 27.1% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,570 | $1,670 |
| Studio Rent | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,540 | $1,490 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,260 | $1,330 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,900 | $1,820 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $1,980 | $2,000 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Athens, GA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Athens, GA is 105. This is a increase of 27.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 23.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $565,000 | 25.0% |
Listing Count | 61 | 35.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.8% | 35.0% |
Days on Market | 105 | 27.0% |
Demographics — Athens, GA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Athens, GA has a population of 11,200, which has increased by 4.4% over the past 5 years. Athens, GA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 24.4% of the population. The area has a moderately educated workforce, with 35.8% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 8.3% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 11,200 | 4.4% |
% Under 18 | 24.4% | -17.8% |
% Seniors | 13.2% | 28.2% |
% WFH | 8.3% | 102.4% |
% w/ College Degree | 35.8% | 46.1% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Athens, GA is a predominantly white area, with 42.9% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 3.2% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Athens, GA is black, making up 30.1% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 8.5% of the population in Athens, GA, and this percentage has decreased by 40.1% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting fewer immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 42.9% | -3.2% |
% Black | 30.1% | 22.4% |
% Hispanic | 19.4% | -28.9% |
% Asian | 0.9% | -35.7% |
% Foreign Born | 8.5% | -40.1% |
Mortgage and Risk — Athens, GA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 73 mortgage originations in Athens, GA, of which 70.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 64.0%, with 25.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Athens, GA. Investor activity is low, as 8.0% of loans were by investors. 23.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 73 |
% Conventional Loans | 70.0% |
% Government Loans | 30.0% |
% Investor Loans | 8.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 23.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Athens, GA
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Athens, GA under the Section 8 program is 12.6%. This is considered low, suggesting that the neighborhood is sparsely composed of Section 8 homes. Section 8 opportunity is good when HUD pays more than market rent. In Athens, GA, none of the tracked home sizes currently have HUD payment amounts above market rent, suggesting limited Section 8 opportunity.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 188 |
Total Units Section 8 | 188 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 12.6% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 89.9% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | -$570 | $1,540 | $970 |
| 2 Bedroom | -$170 | $1,260 | $1,090 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$460 | $1,900 | $1,440 |
| 4 Bedroom | -$400 | $1,980 | $1,580 |
Affordability — Athens, GA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 4.5 |
| Median Home Price | $321,000 |
| Median Household Income | $63,700 |