METRO ATLANTA REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT
METRO ATLANTA
Q4 MARKET UPDATE
Looking back at the fourth quarter of 2025, Metro Atlanta’s housing market continued its gradual shift toward a more balanced pace. Home sales declined 4.3% year over year, with 12,165 homes sold. Even with fewer transactions, prices held steady, as the average list price increased 1.7% to $539,439 and the average sale price rose 1.2% to $525,328
On average, homes sold for 97.7% of their asking price. Buyers had more time to make decisions, with total days on market increasing to 74 days—up 23% from Q4 2024. Inventory levels also expanded, with active listings up 11% compared to last yea r, reflecting more options available as the quarter came to a close. With increased selection and stable pricing, the market is offering a more measured environment for both buyers and sellers . If you’d like to understand how these trends impact your home or neighborhood, I’m happy to provide a personalized update.
METRO ATLANTA STATS
LISTINGS 721 HOMES SOLD
$921,389 AVERAGE SALES PRICE 910
DETACHED AVERAGE
ATTACHED
$634,935 AVERAGE SALES PRICE
$1,007,637 AVERAGE SALES PRICE 965
$1,519,996 DETACHED AVERAGE SALES PRICE 94 TOTAL
$571,098 ATTACHED AVERAGE SALES PRICE NO CHANGE
LISTINGS 578 HOMES SOLD
$689,374 AVERAGE SALES PRICE 1,049
$890,840 DETACHED AVERAGE SALES PRICE 80 TOTAL DAYS ON MARKET 8% FROM Q4 2024 15% FROM Q4 2024
$441,236 ATTACHED AVERAGE SALES PRICE NO CHANGE FROM Q4 2024
HOMES SOLD
$925,699 AVERAGE SALES PRICE 394
$1,402,513 DETACHED AVERAGE
ABOUT DORSEY ALSTON, REALTORS
Founded in 1947 by Roy Dorsey and Robert Alston, Dorsey Alston, Realtors® is Atlanta’s oldest family-owned residential real estate firm. For 78 years, we’ve served clients with integrity, discretion, and a deep commitment to personalized service.
Our agents bring unmatched local expertise and a collaborative spirit to every transaction, representing buyers and sellers across Atlanta’s most sought-after neighborhoods—including Buckhead, Brookhaven, East Cobb, Ansley Park, Alpharetta, Morningside, Virginia Highland, Roswell, Sandy Springs, and beyond. We understand the unique character of each community and guide our clients with market insight, strategic thinking, and care.
We combine strategic marketing, deep local knowledge, and a strong internal network to guide clients through every stage of the real estate process. Whether securing broad exposure for a listing or identifying opportunities before they hit the market, our agents work collaboratively to deliver thoughtful advice and results. From pricing and positioning to negotiations and closing, we tailor every step to meet the goals of each individual client.
We are a proud member of Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate, a global network that expands the reach of our listings well beyond Atlanta—connecting our properties to high-end markets worldwide through enhanced marketing channels.
As a locally owned firm with a legacy built on relationships, Dorsey Alston remains committed to the communities we serve. From supporting local schools and nonprofits to helping families find the right fit, our work is rooted in care—for our clients and for Atlanta.
