Dahlonega, GA—30533
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Dahlonega, GA
Dahlonega, GA lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $374,000 | 0.0% |
| Single Family | $374,000 | 0.3% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | $248,000 | -0.8% |
2 Bed | $310,000 | -0.6% |
3 Bed | $375,000 | 1.4% |
4 Bed | $498,000 | 2.7% |
| 5 Bed | $614,829 | 2.9% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Dahlonega, GA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Dahlonega, GA is $2,070, with a year-over-year rent change of -9.6%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Dahlonega, GA is 1-bedrooms: $1,250, 2-bedrooms: $1,440, 3-bedrooms: $2,200, 4-bedrooms: $2,330. The most common rental property sizes in Dahlonega, GA are 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom, accounting for 42.8% and 34.2% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $2,150 | $2,070 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,300 | $1,440 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $2,300 | $2,200 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $2,400 | $2,330 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Dahlonega, GA
As of Nov '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Dahlonega, GA is 61. This is a increase of 14.0% 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 26.0%, representing a large inventory and a lot of supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $449,000 | -5.0% |
Listing Count | 182 | 10.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.9% | 10.0% |
Days on Market | 61 | 14.0% |
Demographics — Dahlonega, GA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Dahlonega, GA has a population of 27,500, which has increased by 3.2% over the past 5 years. Dahlonega, GA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 17.8% of the population. The area has a moderately educated workforce, with 30.5% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 8.6% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 27,500 | 3.2% |
% Under 18 | 17.8% | 10.6% |
% Seniors | 19.3% | 7.2% |
% WFH | 8.6% | 115.0% |
% w/ College Degree | 30.5% | 5.2% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Dahlonega, GA is a predominantly white area, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 0.3% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Dahlonega, GA is hispanic, making up 5.0% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 3.7% of the population in Dahlonega, GA, and this percentage has decreased by 9.8% 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 | 89.5% | -0.3% |
% Black | 1.7% | -26.1% |
% Hispanic | 5.0% | -5.7% |
% Asian | 1.0% | 150.0% |
% Foreign Born | 3.7% | -9.8% |
Mortgage and Risk — Dahlonega, GA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 592 mortgage originations in Dahlonega, GA, of which 77.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 60.0%, with 23.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Dahlonega, GA. Investor activity is low, as 5.0% of loans were by investors. 14.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 592 |
% Conventional Loans | 77.0% |
% Government Loans | 23.0% |
% Investor Loans | 5.0% |
% Second Loans | 4.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 14.0% |
Rentals and Section 8 — Dahlonega, GA
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Dahlonega, GA under the Section 8 program is 0.4%. 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. In Dahlonega, 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 | 38 |
Total Units Section 8 | 8 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 0.4% |
% Occupied Section 8 | N/A |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | -$190 | $1,250 | $1,060 |
| 2 Bedroom | -$120 | $1,300 | $1,180 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$840 | $2,300 | $1,460 |
| 4 Bedroom | -$520 | $2,400 | $1,880 |
Affordability — Dahlonega, GA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 4.6 |
| Median Home Price | $374,000 |
| Median Household Income | $70,400 |