The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 30188 sells for about $545,000, or $204 per square foot.
Prices are down 8.92% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 98 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,875 a month.
ZIP 30188 — Woodstock
The Woodstock housing market is showing signs of price stabilization after a period of rapid growth, with a median list price of $545,000. While inventory levels have increased, demand remains steady, supported by the area's strong school district and lifestyle amenities. Buyers are finding more bargaining power compared to the previous year, as evidenced by the increase in days on market.
This ZIP is ideal for families seeking suburban amenities and quality schools, as well as commuters who prioritize access to the I-575 corridor while maintaining a balance of outdoor recreation and urban convenience.
Median prices moved down 8.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 98 days on market with 0.9 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
27% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.6% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.1% · poverty 7.5% — 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 9.8%/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 7.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 30188, Cherokee County GA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Woodstock generally reports crime rates lower than the national average, with property crime being the most common concern. The area is considered safe relative to the broader Atlanta metropolitan region.
The area is served by the Cherokee County School District, which is generally well-regarded and maintains high accountability ratings across its elementary, middle, and high school tiers.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional wind damage, with standard flood insurance requirements for properties located in designated floodplains near local creeks.
Woodstock continues to experience steady growth driven by its proximity to the Atlanta employment core and ongoing expansion of mixed-use developments in the downtown corridor.
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 primarily commute via I-575, which provides a direct corridor to the Atlanta employment hub, though traffic congestion during peak hours is a common challenge.
The area features extensive outdoor amenities including the Greenprints Trail system, Olde Rope Mill Park, and proximity to Lake Allatoona, alongside the vibrant downtown Woodstock shopping and dining district.
The rental market remains stable with moderate demand; vacancy rates are low, and the presence of institutional investors and short-term rentals is growing in the downtown vicinity.
The local economy is anchored by retail, healthcare, and professional services, with many residents commuting to the broader Atlanta metropolitan area for employment.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with I-575 serving as the primary artery; public transit options are limited compared to the urban core.
Development is focused on infill projects and the expansion of mixed-use residential communities near the downtown area.
The Cherokee County Tax Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing annual assessments to determine tax liability based on market trends.
Parcels are subject to Cherokee County school taxes and various municipal service districts; some newer developments may include private HOA-managed amenities.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail risk, with standard coverage widely available.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
A multi-use trail system connecting neighborhoods to parks and downtown.
Features mountain bike trails and historic ruins along the Little River.
A walkable district with numerous local restaurants, boutiques, and event spaces.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.