Among the socioeconomic factors putting Atlanta near the top was the city’s cost of living, which sits comfortably at 6% below the national average.

Middle-income seniors stand to be affected most by projected shortages — those who don’t qualify for subsidized housing but can’t afford new construction.

Investor-led purchases made up 34% of all single-family residential sales in the third quarter of 2025, up 25.5% year over year and 1% from the second quarter.

Affordability challenges continue to bedevil homebuyers, despite mortgage rates falling to a three-year low, the National Association of Home Builders reported. 

Research showed a disproportionately high share of foreign-born workers active in the construction trades nationally in 2024.

Sales of existing homes jumped 5.1% month over month, topping analyst expectations. 

So, what’s driving this rapid drop? A perfect storm, according to Georgia MLS Chief Marketing Officer John Ryan.

Access to musical events and industry jobs might drive Atlanta’s high artist population.

The holiday season brought more than just cheer to Atlanta’s housing market. Pending home sales grew and inventory ticked up, according to the latest Housing Scorecard.

Contract signings were up in all four U.S. regions. 

Evidence points to home shoppers prioritizing the experiences they’ll have in their home over the style or size, Zillow said.

Home prices in Atlanta decreased 1.9% year over year, hitting $387,440.

The NAHB’s monthly survey found the nation’s homebuilders remain optimistic about home sales next year. 

Midwestern and southern metros may dominate buyer interest in 2026, according to the National Association of REALTORS®.

Total dollar volume declined 5.6% year over year in November. The number of units sold saw an even sharper dip of 9.2% to 3,664.

Atlanta placed No. 4, just behind Miami and Orlando, Florida, and Las Vegas.