The story of this market
The typical home in Statesboro, Georgia sells for about $306,572, or $174 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-0.3%), a market in balance. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,500 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.
Statesboro, Georgia
The Statesboro housing market is currently balanced, characterized by a median sale price of $306,572 and a moderate supply of inventory. Demand remains steady, largely driven by the university's presence, though year-over-year price growth has softened slightly. The market is considered somewhat competitive, with homes selling in approximately 58 days.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Statesboro 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 1 researched ZIP reports of 2 — 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 up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.5% · poverty 36.0% — 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 major public research university that serves as the primary economic and cultural anchor for the city.
A large water park and aquatic center that serves as a significant regional attraction for families.
A central retail hub providing a variety of shopping and dining options for the local population.
Statesboro is an ideal fit for investors seeking student-housing opportunities and families looking for an affordable cost of living. The city's economy is deeply tied to the university, making it less suitable for those seeking a traditional corporate-commuter environment.
The city is served by the Bulloch County School District, which provides a range of public education options. While performance varies by campus, the district is the primary provider for the city's K-12 population.
The city is served by a network of state highways, with U.S. Route 301 and 80 providing primary access. Commuting is largely car-dependent, with most residents driving alone to work.
Statesboro offers a variety of recreational amenities including city parks, the Splash in the Boro water park, and numerous athletic facilities. The presence of Georgia Southern University provides additional cultural and sporting events that serve the broader community.
The rental market is highly influenced by the university, resulting in consistent demand for student-oriented housing. Vacancy rates fluctuate seasonally with the academic calendar, and rent growth has remained steady due to the high concentration of renters.
The economy is dominated by the education sector, led by Georgia Southern University, which is the city's largest employer. The industry mix is further supported by retail, healthcare, and services catering to the student and local population.
Economic momentum is heavily anchored by Georgia Southern University, which drives local demand for housing and services. Infrastructure development is focused on supporting the growing student population and expanding commercial corridors.
Development is primarily focused on mixed-use projects and student housing near the university campus. Infrastructure improvements are ongoing to support the city's steady population growth.
Parcels in Statesboro are subject to school district taxes and various municipal service districts. There are no significant MUDs or PIDs reported as primary drivers of the tax structure.
Statesboro experiences crime rates that are generally higher than the national average, particularly in property-related categories. Local law enforcement and university security maintain a visible presence to manage safety within the city and campus areas.
The area is primarily concerned with wind and storm-related risks common to inland Georgia. Flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas, and standard insurance practices apply for regional weather events.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and storm risks. The market is considered stable, though costs are subject to national trends in insurance pricing.
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 10.5%/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 4.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau QuickFacts and Data USA.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.