Clarke County
Living, buying, and selling in Athens, GA.
Athens feels like a small city with a huge personality. The University of Georgia sets the pace, but the historic neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, and nationally known music and food scene are what make people stay long after graduation.
July 2026 Athens market snapshot
The live Athens numbers, straight from this month's data.
Median sold price
$369,900
+8.9% vs last month
Median days on market
30
+20.0% vs last month
Months of inventory
4.0
seller market
The seller's market is still here, but it's not moving quite as fast as it was a month ago. Days on market climbed to 30, up 20 percent from June, which means you'll have a little more breathing room to think through an offer. The sold-to-list ratio held at 98.1 percent, so you're still competing, but homes aren't flying off the shelf the same way they were earlier in the summer. Months of inventory rose to 4.0, a 25.6 percent jump year over year. That's the biggest shift in the data. It's still a seller's market by definition, but the gap is closing. If you've been waiting for conditions to ease, this is the direction you want to see. Median sold price came in at $369,900, up nearly nine percent from June, so budget accordingly.
Full report
See the full Athens market breakdown
Buyer & seller takeaways, month-over-month trends, and market questions.
What it feels like to live in Athens
The Athens buyers actually ask about.
Athens feels like a small city with a huge personality. The University of Georgia sets the pace, but the historic neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, and nationally known music and food scene are what make people stay long after graduation.
Neighborhoods I know well in Athens: Five Points, Normaltown, Cobbham, University of Georgia.
- Five Points
- Normaltown
- Cobbham
- University of Georgia
In and around Athens
Schools, restaurants, gyms, and what to do on a weekend.
Schools in Athens
Clarke Central High School
The historic downtown-adjacent public high school with strong arts and IB programs.
Cedar Shoals High School
Clarke County's east-side public high school.
Athens Academy
Long-established private K-12 with strong academics.
Prince Avenue Christian School
Well-regarded private K-12 option in nearby Oconee County.
Restaurants worth knowing
The National
Longtime downtown favorite for Mediterranean-influenced Southern cooking.
Five & Ten
Hugh Acheson's flagship, a defining Athens dining experience.
Home.made
Elevated Southern comfort food beloved by locals.
Gyms and fitness
Omni Club Athens
Full-service athletic club with pools, tennis, and family programming.
Orangetheory Fitness Athens
Popular group HIIT studio.
CrossFit Athens
Long-running box with a strong community.
Things to do nearby
University of Georgia campus & Sanford Stadium
Fall Saturdays in Athens are their own kind of holiday.
Downtown Athens
Walkable historic downtown with restaurants, live music venues, and independent shops.
State Botanical Garden of Georgia
Hundreds of acres of gardens, trails, and a conservatory.
North Oconee River Greenway
Paved multi-use trail connecting downtown and the river corridor.
This month's Athens market questions
What the latest data means for you.
Is Athens GA a seller's market right now?
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Yes, Athens is still a seller's market as of July 2026. Months of inventory sat at 4.0, and homes sold at 98.1 percent of list price. Inventory is up 25.6 percent year over year, so the market is shifting toward better balance.
How long do homes stay on the market in Athens GA?
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The median days on market in Athens was 30 in July 2026, up 20 percent from June. Homes are taking a bit longer to sell than they were earlier in the summer, which gives buyers more time to tour and make decisions.
What is the median home price in Athens GA?
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The median sold price in Athens was $369,900 in July 2026, up 8.9 percent from the prior month. The median estimated home value was $350,060, which was nearly flat year over year at plus 0.4 percent.
For buyers
Buying a home in Athens: what people ask me most.
Is Athens a good place to live outside of the college scene?
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Absolutely. Athens has a deep community of long-term residents, empty-nesters returning after retirement, and families who value the walkability, music, and food. In-town neighborhoods feel like a real small city, not just a college town.
What are the best neighborhoods in Athens?
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Five Points and Cobbham for historic charm and walkability, Normaltown for a growing food and medical scene, and the west side and Oconee County line for newer construction and value.
How is the commute from Athens to Atlanta?
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Plan on 75 to 100 minutes to Midtown depending on traffic. Most Athens residents work locally, at UGA, the medical partnership, or remotely, which is part of what makes the market so steady.
What does Athens feel like?
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Creative, layered, and rooted. Historic in-town neighborhoods, a serious music and food culture, and a strong sense of place. It is one of the most distinctive communities in Georgia.
For sellers
Selling a home in Athens: what to expect.
How much can I sell my Athens home for?
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Most well-prepared homes price between the high $200s and $600K, with historic in-town and Five Points addresses earning meaningful premiums. Condition, walkability, and school zone all move the number.
How long do Athens homes take to sell?
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About 25 to 45 days for correctly priced, well-prepared homes. In-town historic homes with strong presentation often move faster.
Does the UGA calendar affect when I should list?
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It can. Spring listings before graduation and late summer listings before fall semester tend to see the most relocation buyer activity. We build your timeline around the calendar.
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