Darien, GA—31305
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Darien, GA
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Darien, GA is $275,000, with a year-over-year change of -1.1%. This indicates that home prices in Darien, GA are decreasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 1.4%, suggesting an increase housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $275,000 | -1.1% |
| Single Family | $271,000 | -1.1% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $246,000 | 1.2% |
3 Bed | $297,000 | 0.7% |
4 Bed | $370,000 | 0.3% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Darien, GA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Darien, GA is $1,940, with a year-over-year rent change of -3.5%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Darien, GA is 1-bedrooms: $1,500, 2-bedrooms: $2,250, 3-bedrooms: $2,020, 4-bedrooms: $1,600. The most common rental property sizes in Darien, GA are 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom, accounting for 44.0% and 34.1% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,950 | $1,940 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,950 | $2,020 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Darien, GA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Darien, GA is 93. This is a increase of 48.0% 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 19.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $338,000 | 13.0% |
Listing Count | 53 | -7.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 1.6% | -7.0% |
Days on Market | 93 | 48.0% |
Demographics — Darien, GA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Darien, GA has a population of 5,120, which has decreased by -14.4% over the past 5 years. Darien, GA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 16.3% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 17.0% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are some residents working remotely, with 18.8% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 5,120 | -14.4% |
% Under 18 | 16.3% | -19.7% |
% Seniors | 27.8% | 23.6% |
% WFH | 18.8% | 184.8% |
% w/ College Degree | 17.0% | 32.8% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Darien, GA is a predominantly white area, with 60.8% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 0.7% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Darien, GA is black, making up 31.1% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 1.0% of the population in Darien, GA, and this percentage has decreased by 67.7% 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 | 60.8% | -0.7% |
% Black | 31.1% | -15.3% |
% Hispanic | 5.1% | 466.7% |
% Asian | 0.0% | N/A |
% Foreign Born | 1.0% | -67.7% |
Mortgage and Risk — Darien, GA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 141 mortgage originations in Darien, GA, of which 66.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 77.0%, with 33.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Darien, GA. Investor activity is low, as 15.0% of loans were by investors. 12.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 141 |
% Conventional Loans | 66.0% |
% Government Loans | 34.0% |
% Investor Loans | 15.0% |
% Second Loans | 4.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 12.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Darien, GA
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Darien, GA under the Section 8 program is 1.4%. 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. 4-bedroom units appear to be good home sizes to consider for Section 8 housing in Darien, GA, because HUD payments exceed market rent, while 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom units do not.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 6 |
Total Units Section 8 | 6 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 1.4% |
% Occupied Section 8 | N/A |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | -$630 | $1,500 | $870 |
| 2 Bedroom | -$1,220 | $2,250 | $1,030 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$630 | $1,950 | $1,320 |
| 4 Bedroom | $40 | $1,600 | $1,640 |
Affordability — Darien, GA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 6.7 |
| Median Home Price | $275,000 |
| Median Household Income | $36,300 |