Is Northwest Atlanta, GA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Northwest Atlanta is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

At the same time last year, Northwest Atlanta was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Northwest Atlanta is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.

Housing Prices in Northwest Atlanta, GA

How much do homes in Northwest Atlanta, GA cost?

Median Sold Price

$386,555

$251/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$14,753(+4.0%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Northwest Atlanta have sold for 4% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Northwest Atlanta was $386,555 in May 2024, up 4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $251.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $210K$204K
-2.9%
2 $295K$315K
+6.8%
3 $373.1K$375K
0.5%
4 $515K$539.5K
+4.8%
5+ $550K$604.7K
+10.0%

Summary: Northwest Atlanta housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 2.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 6.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 0.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 4.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 10%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

Carver Hills
+65.6%
Northwest Atlanta
+4.0%
West Highlands
+2.7%

Housing Supply in Northwest Atlanta, GA

How many homes are available in Northwest Atlanta, GA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
480566+17.9%

Summary: The Northwest Atlanta real estate market had 566 homes for sale in May 2024, a 17.9% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 1217
+41.7%
2 8791
+4.6%
3 239278
+16.3%
4 104129
+24.0%
5+ 3851
+34.2%

Summary: The Northwest Atlanta housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 41.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 4.6%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 16.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 24%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 34.2%.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
9892-6.1%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

44 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

22 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

22 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Northwest Atlanta, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 92 homes were sold or pending in Northwest Atlanta in May 2024, down by 6.1% month-over-month. Of the 88 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 25% were sold at asking, and 25% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Northwest Atlanta, GA

How long does it take to sell a home in Northwest Atlanta, GA?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
35 Days33 Days-6.7%

Summary: Homes in Northwest Atlanta had an average of 33 days on market in May 2024, down by 6.7% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

52 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

30 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

10 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Northwest Atlanta are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During May 2024, 92 homes were sold in Northwest Atlanta; 57% of homes were sold within 30 days, 33% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 11% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

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