Real Estate Market Conditions: July Housing Overview   

Summer is wrapping up!!! The growing housing market in Atlanta  continues to rise in price per square foot. MLS data shows an increase in the number of homes on the market which gives prospective buyers more options to consider when purchasing a home. In addition, homes are being sold at higher prices due to increasing property value in the Atlanta area. Summer is the perfect time to either buy or sell a home! The data below shows the health of the housing market.

Number of Homes Sold:

More homes were sold in July when compared to last July. 8,518 homes were sold in the Atlanta area this July. This is a 6.40 % decrease from last month and a 4.44% increase from last July.

Average Sold Price:

The average price of a home is currently $310,085  which is a 3.01% decrease from last month and a 6.15% increase from last year. An increase in selling price is an indicator of growing competition and property values. Homeowners are on average receiving more money selling their homes than in previous years which is encouraging homeowners to sell.

Average Days On-Market Before Sale:

Homes are staying on the market an average of 38 days before being sold. Closings are occurring -8.70% slower than June 2018 and are just 7.32% slower than last year.

Inventory of Homes:

In the Atlanta and surrounding area, the inventory of homes has decreased by 8.70% from last year while the number of homes on the market increased by 3.38% from June to July. Potential buyers should be aware of the competitive environment if they plan to purchase this fall.