Is Barrow County, GA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Barrow County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

Since last year, Barrow County has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Barrow County is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Barrow County, GA

How much do homes in Barrow County, GA cost?

Median Sold Price

$359,987

$185/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$14,382(+4.2%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Barrow County have sold for 4.2% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Barrow County was $359,987 in October 2024, up 4.2% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $185.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $325K$125K
-61.5%
2 $230K$250K
+8.7%
3 $310K$320K
+3.2%
4 $375K$389.9K
+4.0%
5+ $454.1K$526.2K
+15.9%

Summary: Barrow County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 61.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 8.7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 15.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Gwinnett County
+5.5%
Barrow County
+4.2%
Jackson County
+4.2%
Oconee County
+1.2%
Walton County
0.2%

Housing Supply in Barrow County, GA

How many homes are available in Barrow County, GA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
719764+6.3%

Summary: The Barrow County real estate market had 764 homes for sale in October 2024, a 6.3% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 12
+100.0%
2 2116
-23.8%
3 270278
+3.0%
4 286314
+9.8%
5+ 141154
+9.2%

Summary: The Barrow County housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 23.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 9.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 9.2%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
144132-8.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

51 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

49 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

23 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Barrow County, you may be able to get a good deal. 41.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 132 homes were sold or pending in Barrow County in October 2024, down by 8.3% month-over-month. Of the 123 sold homes, 41% were sold under asking, 40% were sold at asking, and 19% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Barrow County, GA

How long does it take to sell a home in Barrow County, GA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
37 Days46 Days+22.4%

Summary: Homes in Barrow County had an average of 46 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 22.4% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

70 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

41 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

21 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 132 homes were sold in Barrow County; 53% of homes were sold within 30 days, 31% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 16% of homes were sold over 90 days.

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

Report Updated 20 Days Ago

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