The story of this market
The typical home in College Park, Georgia sells for about $278,000, or $160 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 63 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,300 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.
College Park, Georgia
The College Park housing market is showing signs of stability, supported by consistent demand from airport-sector workers and investors. While inventory remains tight, the city's strategic location continues to drive interest, though affordability and school performance remain key factors influencing long-term growth.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to College Park 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 — 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 sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 109 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
3% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 2.28% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.8% · poverty 21.5% — a mixed stability 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 premier outdoor concert venue that hosts major musical acts and community events, serving as a significant cultural anchor for the city.
Features well-preserved architecture that provides a unique sense of place and contributes to the city's character and property appeal.
College Park is well-suited for airport-sector employees, commuters seeking proximity to Atlanta's core, and real estate investors targeting the high-demand rental market. The city offers a more affordable entry point compared to northern suburbs, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious families and first-time buyers.
Public schools in College Park generally face performance challenges, with many campuses receiving lower ratings on state accountability metrics. The district is actively working on improvement plans, though educational outcomes remain a primary focus for local stakeholders and families.
The city is served by major highway corridors including I-85 and I-285, facilitating regional connectivity. Public transit access is provided via MARTA rail and bus lines, which are critical for residents commuting to downtown Atlanta and the airport.
College Park offers a variety of recreational amenities, including local parks and the notable Wolf Creek Amphitheater, which serves as a regional entertainment anchor. The city's proximity to major highways provides residents with relatively easy access to broader Atlanta-area shopping, dining, and cultural venues.
The rental market in College Park is characterized by high demand, particularly for workforce housing near the airport. Vacancy rates remain relatively low, and while rent growth has stabilized, the presence of investors seeking short-term and long-term rental opportunities remains robust.
The economy is heavily anchored by the aviation and logistics sectors due to the proximity to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Major employers include airport-related services, hospitality, and regional distribution centers, providing a stable but industry-concentrated economic base.
College Park is experiencing significant economic momentum driven by its proximity to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Major logistics and hospitality developments are reshaping the local landscape, providing a steady stream of employment opportunities and infrastructure investment.
Development efforts are currently focused on mixed-use projects near the airport and the revitalization of older commercial corridors. These initiatives aim to increase density and improve the city's tax base through modern infrastructure and residential upgrades.
Parcels in College Park are subject to various special districts, including those for school funding, municipal services, and potential tax allocation districts (TADs) used to incentivize redevelopment in specific zones.
Crime rates in College Park remain a significant concern, with reported incidents consistently higher than the national average. Local authorities have implemented increased patrols and community-focused initiatives to address public safety, though the area continues to face challenges typical of urban-adjacent corridors.
The city faces standard regional risks, primarily related to localized flooding in low-lying areas and severe thunderstorm activity. Insurance premiums are influenced by the proximity to major transit infrastructure and the general climate risk profile of the Atlanta metropolitan area.
Property insurance markets in the area are influenced by regional weather patterns and the urban density of the Atlanta metro. Premiums are generally competitive but reflect the risk profile associated with older housing stock and localized flood zones.
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 9.3%/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 6.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau QuickFacts and Census Reporter profiles.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.