The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 30096 sells for about $449,900, or $208 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 36 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,600 a month.
ZIP 30096 — Duluth
The 30096 housing market remains tight for buyers with low inventory and steady price appreciation. While affordability is stretched relative to local incomes, the area's strong school system and proximity to Atlanta continue to drive demand. Market conditions are stable, reflecting a balance between high interest and limited supply.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a balance of suburban charm, access to quality schools, and proximity to Atlanta's employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 4.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 36 days on market with 0.7 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
28% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 9.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 30096, Gwinnett County GA
The area is recognized for its high-quality public schools, which serve as a primary draw for families and professionals relocating to the region.
The area benefits from proximity to major corporate headquarters and a robust downtown district in Duluth, driving consistent economic momentum.
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.
Residents benefit from proximity to Atlanta, with average commute times around 29 minutes via major highway corridors.
The area features significant recreational assets including the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Jones Bridge Park, alongside vibrant local shopping and dining.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and a median rent of approximately $1,600, with a significant portion of the housing stock being renter-occupied.
The local economy is anchored by a mix of corporate headquarters and a strong service sector, benefiting from its position in the Atlanta metropolitan area.
The area is served by major highway corridors providing access to the broader Atlanta metro region.
Development is focused on maintaining the area's small-town charm while supporting moderate residential and commercial growth.
Gwinnett County utilizes a centralized appraisal system to determine property values for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to Gwinnett County school and municipal tax districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and standard suburban risk profiles.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
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- Dave & Buster's Lawrenceville - Sugarloaf4.34.3 mi
- Dave & Buster's Marietta - Atlanta4.119.4 mi
- Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Buford4.410.6 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade419.3 mi
- Truist Park4.719.1 mi
- Gas South Arena4.53.5 mi
- Fox Theatre4.719.6 mi
- Coca-Cola Roxy4.319.2 mi
- Ameris Bank Amphitheatre4.510.1 mi
- Avalon4.69.4 mi
- Stone Mountain Park4.612.2 mi
- Plaza Fiesta4.312 mi
- Regal Medlock Crossing4.23.4 mi
- Fowler Park4.712.2 mi
- Ponce City Market4.618.9 mi
- Fox Theatre4.719.6 mi
- High Museum of Art4.718.7 mi
- Fernbank Museum | 3D Theater | Forest4.517.5 mi
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park4.820 mi
- Stone Mountain Park4.612.2 mi
- Fowler Park4.712.2 mi
- Brook Run Park4.89 mi
- Cauley Creek Park4.83.6 mi
- Town Center Park4.87.3 mi
- Topgolf Alpharetta4.49.9 mi
- Topgolf Buford4.410.7 mi
- Atlanta Athletic Club4.82.8 mi
- RiverPines Golf4.14.6 mi
- Heritage Golf Links3.57.6 mi
- Mall of Georgia4.511.3 mi
- Perimeter Mall4.411.4 mi
- Sugarloaf Mills4.44.2 mi
- Avalon4.69.4 mi
- Plaza Fiesta4.312 mi
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport4.128.9 mi
- DeKalb-Peachtree Airport4.611.4 mi
- Noodle4.228.2 mi
- The Club at ATL3.428 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major regional outdoor recreation and river access.
Popular local park with river frontage and trails.
Vibrant district featuring festivals, dining, and entertainment.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.