As I’ve analyzed the Zillow Home Value Index, I’m amazed by the remarkable growth in Georgia’s luxury real estate market over the past decade. I’ve found that the state’s most exclusive enclaves have seen property values more than double in many cases, with coastal and Atlanta metro areas leading the charge. What truly stands out to me is the acceleration I’ve observed since 2019, with many towns experiencing 50-70% increases in just five years—a pace that I believe far outstrips historical norms.
I’ve discovered a fascinating geographic pattern in the data: Georgia’s most expensive communities cluster in three distinct regions—the Atlanta metropolitan area, the coastal islands, and select lake communities. I’m particularly struck by how Sea Island stands in a league of its own with average home values exceeding $4.5 million, more than five times higher than the next most expensive town. In my view, this extraordinary gulf between first and second place highlights the unique position Sea Island occupies in Georgia’s luxury market.
What I find most intriguing is how the pandemic reshuffled the real estate deck. I’ve noted that towns offering more space, natural amenities, and recreational opportunities saw the most dramatic value increases. I can point to communities like Chattahoochee Hills (126.5% growth since 2014), Brooks (122.4%), and Suwanee (118.4%) as prime examples of this trend, illustrating how buyer preferences have evolved toward more spacious living environments while maintaining proximity to urban conveniences.
1. Chattahoochee Hills
- December 2014: $224,372
- December 2019: $332,384
- December 2024: $508,105
- % Change 2014-2024: 126.5%
- % Change 2019-2024: 52.9%
The rural sanctuary of Chattahoochee Hills has experienced the most dramatic proportional growth on our list, with home values skyrocketing 126.5% over the past decade to reach $508,105. The pandemic era brought particularly strong demand with a 52.9% increase since 2019. Located in southwest Fulton County along the Chattahoochee River, this predominantly rural city has preserved its natural landscape through conservation development principles, including the innovative Serenbe community that blends farm-to-table living with arts and wellness in a setting that has increasingly attracted those seeking sustainable luxury away from urban density.
2. Avondale Estates
- December 2014: $239,542
- December 2019: $351,295
- December 2024: $514,073
- % Change 2014-2024: 114.6%
- % Change 2019-2024: 46.3%
Historic architecture and community charm have catapulted Avondale Estates to new heights, with home values more than doubling to $514,073 since 2014—a 114.6% increase. The growth continued at a healthy pace with a 46.3% rise since 2019. Located in DeKalb County just east of Atlanta, Avondale Estates was founded in 1924 as one of America’s earliest planned communities, modeled after Stratford-upon-Avon in England, and features distinctive Tudor Revival architecture, a downtown arts district, and a strong sense of community that continues to attract homebuyers seeking character and convenience.
3. White Plains
- December 2014: $249,846
- December 2019: $320,162
- December 2024: $517,293
- % Change 2014-2024: 107.0%
- % Change 2019-2024: 61.6%
Lakeside luxury has transformed White Plains, where average home values have more than doubled to $517,293 since 2014—a 107% increase. The momentum has remained strong with a 61.6% surge since 2019 as waterfront properties commanded premium prices. Located in Greene County near Lake Oconee, White Plains offers residents a tranquil setting with championship golf courses, water recreation, and luxury developments like Reynolds Lake Oconee, attracting both retirees and second-home buyers seeking an upscale rural retreat within a reasonable drive from Atlanta.
4. Peachtree City
- December 2014: $277,123
- December 2019: $363,097
- December 2024: $542,664
- % Change 2014-2024: 95.8%
- % Change 2019-2024: 49.5%
Golf cart paradise Peachtree City has nearly doubled its home values over the past decade, reaching $542,664 by the end of 2024—a 95.8% increase. The growth remained strong in recent years with a 49.5% increase since 2019. Located in Fayette County about 30 miles southwest of Atlanta, Peachtree City is famous for its 100+ miles of multi-use paths that connect neighborhoods, shopping centers, and schools, allowing residents to travel by golf cart throughout the planned community that features three lakes, numerous golf courses, and a unique lifestyle that consistently ranks among America’s best places to live.
5. Peachtree Corners
- December 2014: $259,626
- December 2019: $342,781
- December 2024: $544,583
- % Change 2014-2024: 109.8%
- % Change 2019-2024: 58.9%
The innovative city of Peachtree Corners has seen its property values more than double over the past decade, reaching $544,583 by the end of 2024—a 109.8% increase. The growth has remained robust in recent years with a 58.9% jump since 2019. Located in western Gwinnett County, Peachtree Corners is Georgia’s newest city (incorporated in 2012) and the state’s first smart city, featuring the innovative Curiosity Lab technology testing ground alongside established residential communities, offering residents a forward-thinking environment with excellent schools and business opportunities.
6. Woolsey
- December 2014: Data not available
- December 2019: Data not available
- December 2024: $545,518
- % Change 2014-2024: N/A
- % Change 2019-2024: N/A
The small, exclusive community of Woolsey has emerged as one of Georgia’s real estate gems with average home values reaching $545,518 by December 2024. While historical data is limited in the Zillow index, this rural enclave has clearly attracted luxury homebuyers seeking space and privacy. Located in southern Fayette County about 30 miles south of Atlanta, Woolsey maintains a distinctly rural atmosphere with large-lot properties, equestrian facilities, and historic farms, attracting residents who want country living within commuting distance of Atlanta’s southern business centers and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
7. Brooks
- December 2014: $248,542
- December 2019: $370,661
- December 2024: $552,813
- % Change 2014-2024: 122.4%
- % Change 2019-2024: 49.1%
The rural charm of Brooks has translated into booming property values, with average homes more than doubling in price to $552,813 since 2014—an impressive 122.4% increase. While growth has moderated slightly in recent years with a 49.1% increase since 2019, it remains substantial. Located in Fayette County about 30 miles south of Atlanta, Brooks offers residents a countryside lifestyle with large lots, equestrian properties, and a small-town atmosphere while still providing reasonable access to Atlanta’s southern suburbs and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
8. Isle of Hope
- December 2014: $282,690
- December 2019: $355,207
- December 2024: $576,372
- % Change 2014-2024: 103.9%
- % Change 2019-2024: 62.3%
The waterfront enclave of Isle of Hope has doubled its property values over the past decade, reaching $576,372 in 2024—a 103.9% increase since 2014. The appreciation has accelerated dramatically in recent years with a 62.3% surge since 2019. Located just 10 miles south of downtown Savannah, Isle of Hope is a historic island community situated between the Skidaway and Wilmington Rivers, offering residents a picturesque setting with Spanish moss-draped oaks, scenic marshlands, and a mix of historic cottages and waterfront estates.
9. Cumming
- December 2014: $277,253
- December 2019: $351,635
- December 2024: $598,472
- % Change 2014-2024: 115.9%
- % Change 2019-2024: 70.2%
Lake living and suburban convenience have propelled Cumming’s housing market to new heights, with average values reaching $598,472 in 2024—a dramatic 115.9% increase since 2014. The growth accelerated dramatically during the pandemic era with a stunning 70.2% jump in just five years. Located in Forsyth County at the foothills of the North Georgia mountains, Cumming offers residents proximity to Lake Lanier, excellent schools, and a rapidly expanding array of shopping and dining options while maintaining reasonable commute times to Atlanta’s northern business districts.
10. Suwanee
- December 2014: $278,164
- December 2019: $357,038
- December 2024: $607,416
- % Change 2014-2024: 118.4%
- % Change 2019-2024: 70.1%
Family-friendly Suwanee has emerged as one of Georgia’s real estate powerhouses, with home values skyrocketing by 118.4% since 2014 to reach $607,416 by the end of 2024. The growth has been particularly impressive in recent years, with a 70.1% surge since 2019. Located in Gwinnett County northeast of Atlanta, Suwanee consistently ranks among the nation’s best places to live thanks to its award-winning parks system, vibrant town center, top-rated schools, and community events that create an enviable quality of life for residents.
11. Bishop
- December 2014: $288,027
- December 2019: $387,285
- December 2024: $613,289
- % Change 2014-2024: 112.9%
- % Change 2019-2024: 58.4%
The small town of Bishop has experienced a remarkable real estate transformation, with home values more than doubling to $613,289 since 2014—a 112.9% increase. The momentum has remained strong in recent years with a 58.4% jump since 2019. Situated in Oconee County, about 60 miles east of Atlanta and near Athens, Bishop offers residents a rural atmosphere with large-lot properties and equestrian estates while providing easy access to the cultural amenities of nearby Athens and the University of Georgia.
12. Roswell
- December 2014: $315,016
- December 2019: $403,440
- December 2024: $635,369
- % Change 2014-2024: 101.7%
- % Change 2019-2024: 57.5%
Historic charm meets modern luxury in Roswell, where home values have doubled since 2014 to reach $635,369—a remarkable 101.7% increase. The growth accelerated in recent years with a 57.5% jump since 2019 as buyers sought communities with character and space. Located in North Fulton County along the Chattahoochee River, Roswell combines a picturesque historic district dating back to the 1830s with upscale suburban neighborhoods, offering residents a unique blend of small-town atmosphere and metropolitan conveniences.
13. Sandy Springs
- December 2014: $360,260
- December 2019: $456,744
- December 2024: $645,790
- % Change 2014-2024: 79.3%
- % Change 2019-2024: 41.4%
The perennially popular city of Sandy Springs has maintained its appeal with home values reaching $645,790 by 2024, marking a healthy 79.3% increase over the past decade and a solid 41.4% growth since 2019. While not experiencing the explosive growth of some other areas, its steady appreciation reflects enduring demand. Bordering Atlanta’s northern edge in Fulton County, Sandy Springs offers residents direct access to the Chattahoochee River, excellent connectivity via GA-400 and I-285, and a vibrant urban center that continues to develop with mixed-use projects like City Springs.
14. Dunwoody
- December 2014: $370,132
- December 2019: $450,263
- December 2024: $649,060
- % Change 2014-2024: 75.4%
- % Change 2019-2024: 44.2%
Dunwoody’s combination of location and livability has fueled its rise to $649,060 in average home values by the end of 2024, representing a solid 75.4% increase over the past decade. The growth has been steady but accelerated since 2019, with a 44.2% jump in just five years. Located in northern DeKalb County at the intersection of I-285 and GA-400, Dunwoody offers residents upscale shopping at Perimeter Mall, excellent schools, and convenient access to major employment centers while maintaining its distinctive suburban character.
15. Tybee Island
- December 2014: $340,267
- December 2019: $420,373
- December 2024: $665,546
- % Change 2014-2024: 95.6%
- % Change 2019-2024: 58.3%
Beach lovers have driven Tybee Island’s property values to new heights, with homes now averaging $665,546—nearly double what they were a decade ago with a 95.6% increase. The pandemic era brought a particularly strong surge of 58.3% in just five years as demand for coastal properties intensified. Located just 18 miles east of Savannah, Tybee Island is Georgia’s northernmost barrier island, offering residents a relaxed beach lifestyle with five miles of public beaches, a historic lighthouse, and a vibrant restaurant scene.
16. Saint Simons Island
- December 2014: $316,727
- December 2019: $410,247
- December 2024: $667,593
- % Change 2014-2024: 110.8%
- % Change 2019-2024: 62.7%
The coastal charm of Saint Simons Island has translated into remarkable real estate appreciation, with average home values more than doubling to $667,593 over the past decade—a 110.8% increase. The momentum has only accelerated in recent years, with a 62.7% surge since 2019. Located among Georgia’s Golden Isles, Saint Simons offers residents pristine beaches, historic sites, and world-class golf courses, all within a laid-back coastal community that draws both permanent residents and vacation homeowners.
17. Johns Creek
- December 2014: $348,814
- December 2019: $420,137
- December 2024: $674,062
- % Change 2014-2024: 93.2%
- % Change 2019-2024: 60.4%
The affluent suburb of Johns Creek has seen home values soar to $674,062 by the end of 2024, marking a robust 93.2% appreciation since 2014 and an impressive 60.4% growth just since 2019. The data reveals a consistent upward trajectory that accelerated during the pandemic years. Johns Creek is located in north Fulton County, approximately 25 miles northeast of Atlanta, and is known for its excellent schools, championship golf courses, and master-planned communities that attract executives and professionals from around the world.
18. Greensboro
- December 2014: $351,632
- December 2019: $427,156
- December 2024: $684,973
- % Change 2014-2024: 94.8%
- % Change 2019-2024: 60.4%
Lakeside living has propelled Greensboro to becoming one of Georgia’s most valuable real estate markets, with home prices nearly doubling to $684,973 since 2014—a 94.8% increase. The past five years have been particularly strong, with values jumping 60.4% since 2019. Situated in Greene County on the shores of Lake Oconee, Greensboro offers residents luxury lakefront properties, championship golf courses, and a relaxed lifestyle that’s become increasingly attractive to both retirees and those seeking vacation properties.
19. Brookhaven
- December 2014: $406,905
- December 2019: $516,241
- December 2024: $686,156
- % Change 2014-2024: 68.6%
- % Change 2019-2024: 32.9%
As one of Atlanta’s most desirable suburbs, Brookhaven’s home values have climbed to $686,156 in 2024, representing a solid 68.6% increase since 2014 and a more moderate 32.9% growth in the past five years. The community has shown more stability than explosive growth compared to some other luxury areas. Located in western DeKalb County just northeast of Atlanta, Brookhaven offers tree-lined streets, historic neighborhoods like Historic Brookhaven around the Capital City Club, and convenient access to both Buckhead and downtown Atlanta.
20. Alpharetta
- December 2014: $323,906
- December 2019: $422,188
- December 2024: $704,404
- % Change 2014-2024: 117.5%
- % Change 2019-2024: 66.8%
The tech hub of Alpharetta has witnessed staggering property appreciation, with home values more than doubling from $323,906 in 2014 to $704,404 by the end of 2024—a 117.5% increase. The past five years alone brought a 66.8% surge as demand for suburban living spaces intensified. Situated in North Fulton County, Alpharetta combines upscale residential communities with a thriving business district often called the “Technology City of the South,” offering residents a perfect blend of suburban comfort and economic opportunity.
21. Marble Hill
- December 2014: $379,344
- December 2019: $464,361
- December 2024: $736,835
- % Change 2014-2024: 94.2%
- % Change 2019-2024: 58.7%
Tucked into the foothills of the North Georgia mountains, Marble Hill has emerged as a luxury real estate hotspot with average home values reaching $736,835 in 2024. The area has experienced tremendous growth with values nearly doubling (94.2%) since 2014 and surging 58.7% in just the last five years. Located in Dawson County about an hour north of Atlanta, Marble Hill offers residents upscale mountain and lake properties with stunning views, outdoor recreation, and a peaceful retreat from city life.
22. Berkeley Lake
- December 2014: $366,959
- December 2019: $469,769
- December 2024: $765,966
- % Change 2014-2024: 108.7%
- % Change 2019-2024: 63.1%
Berkeley Lake’s transformation has been nothing short of remarkable, with home values climbing to $765,966 by December 2024, representing a 108.7% increase over the past decade. The pandemic era was particularly kind to this market, with a 63.1% jump in just five years. This small, affluent city in Gwinnett County is built around its namesake 88-acre lake and provides residents with a secluded, nature-oriented lifestyle while still being within easy reach of Atlanta’s amenities.
23. Skidaway Island
- December 2014: $438,014
- December 2019: $480,143
- December 2024: $880,700
- % Change 2014-2024: 101.1%
- % Change 2019-2024: 83.4%
Skidaway Island has experienced phenomenal growth, with home values doubling over the past decade to reach $880,700 in 2024. The coastal community saw particularly explosive growth since 2019, with an 83.4% increase that catapulted it to Georgia’s third most expensive real estate market. Located just southeast of Savannah, Skidaway Island is home to The Landings, one of the largest gated communities in the country, offering residents championship golf courses, marinas, and pristine natural surroundings while providing a coastal lifestyle with convenient access to Savannah’s historic charm and cultural amenities.
24. Milton
- December 2014: $439,676
- December 2019: $528,846
- December 2024: $889,141
- % Change 2014-2024: 102.2%
- % Change 2019-2024: 68.1%
The equestrian haven of Milton has galloped its way to becoming Georgia’s second most expensive town, with average home values reaching $889,141 in 2024. Since 2014, property values here have doubled (102.2%), while the past five years alone saw a remarkable 68.1% surge. Milton sits in north Fulton County, about 30 miles north of downtown Atlanta, offering residents a unique blend of pastoral charm with large equestrian estates alongside upscale suburban developments that maintain the area’s rural character while providing top-rated schools and convenient access to Atlanta’s amenities.
25. Sea Island
- December 2014: $2,119,764
- December 2019: $2,246,395
- December 2024: $4,553,070
- % Change 2014-2024: 114.8%
- % Change 2019-2024: 102.7%
Nestled along Georgia’s Golden Isles, Sea Island commands the state’s highest property values with an astonishing average of $4.55 million in 2024, more than five times higher than the next most expensive town. What’s remarkable is how this exclusive coastal community has more than doubled its already substantial values since 2014, with an incredible 102.7% surge just in the past five years alone. Sea Island is situated between St. Simons Island and Little St. Simons Island, offering residents private beaches, world-class golf courses, and an exclusive atmosphere that continues to attract ultra-wealthy buyers seeking luxury coastal living in one of the South’s most prestigious addresses.
I can’t help but feel concerned about these skyrocketing home prices in Georgia. It’s tough to see places like Cumming and Suwanee becoming unaffordable for many. As these values rise, I wonder where people will find affordable options. It’s also sad to think about long-time residents struggling with rising costs.
I understand your concerns about the rising home prices. It’s indeed alarming to see neighborhoods that were once affordable now becoming out of reach for many. I’ve spoken with some residents who feel the pressure of these changes firsthand, and it’s truly a challenge for long-time community members.
Have you thought about which Georgia towns might be seeing similar housing trends? It’s worth exploring!