The story of this market
The typical home in Buford, Georgia sells for about $488,000, or $205 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+1%), a market in balance. Homes take about 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,850 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+1.1%
GA · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Buford, Georgia
Buford's housing market remains robust, characterized by steady price appreciation and a balanced supply of inventory. The city's reputation for high-quality schools and its strategic location near Lake Lanier continue to drive strong demand from family buyers and long-term investors.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Buford yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Deterministic aggregate of 2 researched ZIP reports of 4 — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved down 2.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 37 days on market with 4.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
44% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.05% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 12.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A massive reservoir offering boating, fishing, and beaches; it is a primary regional draw for tourism and residential demand.
One of the largest shopping malls in the Southeast, serving as a major retail anchor and economic driver for the city.
A large community park featuring sports fields, an aquatic center, and community facilities for local residents.
A scenic trail system providing extensive walking and biking paths through natural areas, enhancing local quality of life.
Buford is an ideal fit for family buyers seeking top-tier public schools and a suburban lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation. It also attracts commuters who value the balance between proximity to Atlanta's employment centers and the quieter, lake-adjacent environment of North Gwinnett/Hall County.
The city is served by the highly regarded Buford City School District, which is frequently cited as a primary driver for local property demand. Schools within the district consistently perform above state averages in academic proficiency and graduation rates.
The city is primarily served by the I-85 and I-985 highway corridors, which provide the main transit links to the broader Atlanta metropolitan area. Commuting is largely car-dependent, with ongoing infrastructure projects aimed at improving traffic flow.
Buford offers a robust amenity base anchored by Lake Lanier, which provides extensive water-based recreation, boating, and fishing opportunities. The city also features the Ivy Creek Greenway and Bogan Park, offering residents significant access to trails, sports facilities, and outdoor green space.
The rental market in Buford is characterized by steady demand, supported by the city's strong school system and proximity to major employment hubs. Vacancy rates remain low, and while investor activity is present, the market is primarily driven by long-term residential demand.
Buford's economy is anchored by retail, healthcare, and professional services, with significant momentum from its position as a commercial hub in the North Atlanta suburbs. The city benefits from a diverse industry mix and ongoing infrastructure investment.
Buford benefits from significant economic momentum driven by its proximity to the I-85/I-985 corridor and the expansion of commercial infrastructure. Major developments, including mixed-use projects and retail hubs like the Mall of Georgia, continue to attract corporate interest and new residents.
The city is currently focused on expanding its mixed-use footprint and improving commercial infrastructure to accommodate sustained population growth. Major projects are concentrated near the city center and along the primary highway corridors.
Parcels in Buford are subject to standard county property tax assessments and the specific millage rates of the Buford City School District. No major MUDs or PIDs are reported as primary drivers of local tax burdens.
Buford generally maintains a crime rate lower than the broader Atlanta metro average, with public safety efforts focused on community policing. Reported trends remain stable, though residents are encouraged to utilize standard suburban safety precautions.
The area faces standard regional risks including occasional severe thunderstorms and high winds, with minimal direct flood risk outside of designated zones near Lake Lanier. Insurance markets remain stable, though premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns.
Property insurance in Buford is influenced by regional weather risks, including severe storms and wind, though the market remains stable. Residents generally find competitive coverage options through major national carriers.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Georgia) — Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction in the assessed value of the property; the state standard exemption is $2,000, which is subtracted from the assessed value before the millage rate is applied. State (Georgia) — Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment: Taxable tangible property is assessed at 40 percent of its fair market value. The formula for tax due is: ((Fair Market Value * 0.40) - Exemptions) * Millage Rate.
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 11.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau QuickFacts and Census Reporter.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.