Metro Atlanta Market Update: More Listings, More Leverage — What Buyers and Sellers Should Know Right Now

Metro Atlanta’s housing market in 2025 has taken on a different rhythm compared to the frenzied pace of the past few years. While the market feels cooler, it’s also offering new and promising opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Whether you’re considering a move soon or just watching from the sidelines, here’s what you should know about where things stand today, and what it could mean for your next step.

A Rise in Listings Means More Choices for Buyers

TOTAL NEW LISTINGS AND CLOSED HOME SALES IN METRO ATLANTA, JAN-MAY

Source: Atlanta Business Chronicle

MONTHLY MEDIAN HOME PRICE CHANGE IN METRO ATLANTA, JAN-MAY 

Inventory is growing, giving buyers more to choose from than they’ve had in years. From January through May 2025, metro Atlanta saw 42,924 new home listings, according to data from First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS). That’s well above the 2023–2024 average of 34,507, and higher than the 2020–2022 average of 39,587.

This increase in inventory gives buyers more leverage. In today’s market, it’s not uncommon to see sellers offering concessions, pricing homes competitively, or being more open to negotiation. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy, this environment may offer the breathing room and flexibility that didn’t exist in recent years.

Home Sales Are Slower — But That Can Work to Your Advantage

While listings have surged, closed sales have cooled, totaling 21,270 so far this year. That’s below the 2023–2024 average of 22,666 and significantly below the 2020–2022 average of 29,727. (FMLS)

This doesn’t mean demand is gone. It simply shows that buyers are being more selective, more intentional, and more value-driven. For sellers, it’s a reminder that pricing and presentation matter. Homes that are listed competitively, professionally marketed, and show-ready are still moving, and often on favorable terms.

Prices Are Still Growing — Just at a More Normal Pace

One of the most encouraging signs is that home values in metro Atlanta continue to rise, showing healthy appreciation. From January to May 2025, prices rose 7.4%, according to FMLS. That’s close to the 8.3% increase seen in 2024, and reflects a more sustainable growth trend after the double-digit jumps of 2021 and 2022. (FMLS)

Looking ahead, Parcl Labs projects that home prices in Atlanta will increase by 3.7% over the next 12 months, which is right in line with the typical annual appreciation range in a balanced market. This is great news for both homeowners looking to preserve equity and buyers hoping to make a smart long-term investment.

What This Means for You

The rest of 2025 may look a lot like the first half — steady, measured, and more balanced. For buyers, the expanded inventory and stable pricing provide a great opportunity to find the right home at the right terms. For sellers, it’s a chance to stand out in a less crowded field, especially with the right agent and a solid marketing strategy.

Whether you’re exploring your first home, thinking about upsizing, or considering selling, this market is about strategy and timing. And that’s where I come in.

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If you’re curious about what this market means for you, let’s connect. I can provide a personalized home value report, share curated listings based on your needs, or simply answer your questions about where things are heading. Let’s find the right opportunity for you.