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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing DeKalb County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in DeKalb County, GA

How much do homes in DeKalb County, GA cost?

Median Sold Price

$356,061

$197/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$13,270(+3.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in DeKalb County have sold for 3.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in DeKalb County was $356,061 in November 2024, up 3.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $197.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $200K$236.2K
+18.1%
2 $237.7K$261.8K
+10.1%
3 $301.3K$310.1K
+2.9%
4 $411.2K$433.1K
+5.3%
5+ $641.1K$614.1K
-4.2%

Summary: DeKalb County housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 18.1%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 10.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 5.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 4.2%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Fulton County
+7.3%
Gwinnett County
+5.1%
DeKalb County
+3.9%
Rockdale County
+2.7%
Clayton County
+1.0%

Housing Supply in DeKalb County, GA

How many homes are available in DeKalb County, GA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
4,1784,314+3.3%

Summary: The DeKalb County real estate market had 4,314 homes for sale in November 2024, a 3.3% increase compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 7162
-12.7%
2 540547
+1.3%
3 1,7941,817
+1.3%
4 1,1661,240
+6.3%
5+ 607648
+6.8%

Summary: The DeKalb County housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 12.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 1.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 1.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 6.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 6.8%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
786741-5.7%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

369 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

174 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

152 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in DeKalb County, you may be able to get a good deal. 53.1% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 741 homes were sold or pending in DeKalb County in November 2024, down by 5.7% month-over-month. Of the 695 sold homes, 53% were sold under asking, 25% were sold at asking, and 22% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for DeKalb County, GA

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

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
25 Days43 Days+71.0%

Summary: Homes in DeKalb County had an average of 43 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 71% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

375 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

260 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

106 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During November 2024, 741 homes were sold in DeKalb County; 51% of homes were sold within 30 days, 35% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 14% 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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