Valdosta, GA—31601
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Valdosta, GA
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Valdosta, GA is $117,000, with a year-over-year change of -7.0%. This indicates that home prices in Valdosta, GA are decreasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 2.3%, suggesting an increase housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $117,000 | -7.1% |
| Single Family | $117,000 | -7.1% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $92,000 | -6.1% |
3 Bed | $166,000 | -0.6% |
4 Bed | $283,000 | 1.4% |
| 5 Bed | $467,000 | 3.5% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Valdosta, GA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Valdosta, GA is $1,040, with a year-over-year rent change of -1.9%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Valdosta, GA is 1-bedrooms: $625, 2-bedrooms: $953, 3-bedrooms: $1,120, 4-bedrooms: $1,400. The most common rental property sizes in Valdosta, GA are 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom, accounting for 42.7% and 39.6% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $995 | $1,040 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | $550 | $625 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $995 | $953 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,100 | $1,120 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $1,450 | $1,400 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Valdosta, GA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Valdosta, GA is 57. This is a increase of 6.0% 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 18.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $241,000 | 5.0% |
Listing Count | 100 | 35.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.5% | 35.0% |
Days on Market | 57 | 6.0% |
Demographics — Valdosta, GA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Valdosta, GA has a population of 31,500, which has decreased by -1.8% over the past 5 years. Valdosta, GA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 24.8% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 14.9% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 3.7% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 31,500 | -1.8% |
% Under 18 | 24.8% | 0.8% |
% Seniors | 12.6% | 6.8% |
% WFH | 3.7% | 54.2% |
% w/ College Degree | 14.9% | 9.6% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Valdosta, GA is a predominantly black area, with 57.6% of the population identifying as black. The black population has shrunk by 4.2% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Valdosta, GA is white, making up 30.9% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 4.0% of the population in Valdosta, GA, and this percentage has decreased by 4.8% 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 | 30.9% | -4.9% |
% Black | 57.6% | -4.2% |
% Hispanic | 8.2% | 43.9% |
% Asian | 1.5% | 150.0% |
% Foreign Born | 4.0% | -4.8% |
Mortgage and Risk — Valdosta, GA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 390 mortgage originations in Valdosta, GA, of which 59.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 79.0%, with 36.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Valdosta, GA. Investor activity is high, as 19.0% of loans were by investors. 7.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 390 |
% Conventional Loans | 59.0% |
% Government Loans | 41.0% |
% Investor Loans | 19.0% |
% Second Loans | 2.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 7.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Valdosta, GA
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Valdosta, GA under the Section 8 program is 9.2%. 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 Valdosta, GA, all tracked home sizes have HUD payment amounts above market rent, suggesting strong Section 8 opportunity across the board.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 1,173 |
Total Units Section 8 | 583 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 9.2% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 71.9% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $260 | $550 | $810 |
| 2 Bedroom | $55 | $995 | $1,050 |
| 3 Bedroom | $300 | $1,100 | $1,400 |
| 4 Bedroom | $180 | $1,450 | $1,630 |
Affordability — Valdosta, GA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3.4 |
| Median Home Price | $117,000 |
| Median Household Income | $34,800 |