There are some expensive neighborhoods in Georgia making them out of reach for anyone on a regular budget.
Georgia’s luxury real estate landscape presents a stark contrast between the ultra-exclusive Sea Island, with its staggering $4.55 million median home value, and the state’s other high-end markets, where even the entry point at Buckhead demands over $503,000 for a typical home per Zillow’s Home Value Index.
The state’s most expensive enclaves cluster around Atlanta’s affluent northern suburbs and along its pristine coastline, with most locations seeing their values more than double over the past decade.
These premium markets, from Milton’s equestrian estates to Saint Simons Island’s coastal retreats, have experienced appreciation rates above 100% since 2014, making them particularly challenging for retirees seeking sustainable housing options on fixed incomes.
Here’s the list.
1. Buckhead, Georgia
This historic Atlanta community launches our list, with median values climbing from $225,719 in 2014 to $311,046 in 2019, before reaching $503,537 in 2024. Buckhead’s property values have more than doubled with a 123.1% increase over the decade, while maintaining strong 61.9% growth from 2019 to 2024.
2. Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia
This rural sanctuary southwest of Atlanta demonstrates remarkable growth, with values rising from $224,372 in 2014 to $332,384 in 2019, before achieving $508,105 in 2024. The area has posted an impressive 126.5% gain over ten years, with substantial 52.9% appreciation since 2019.
3. Avondale Estates, Georgia
This historic DeKalb County community shows strong market performance, with values progressing from $239,542 in 2014 to $351,295 in 2019, before reaching $514,073 in 2024. Property values have increased by 114.6% over the decade, with solid 46.3% growth since 2019.
4. White Plains, Georgia
This charming Greene County town has seen substantial appreciation, with values starting at $249,846 in 2014, rising to $320,162 in 2019, before climbing to $517,293 in 2024. The market has grown by 107.0% over ten years, while posting a strong 61.6% gain since 2019.
5. Peachtree City, Georgia
This planned community south of Atlanta demonstrates steady growth, with values increasing from $277,123 in 2014 to $363,097 in 2019, before reaching $542,664 in 2024. The golf cart-friendly town has experienced a 95.8% increase over ten years, with solid 49.5% appreciation since 2019.
6. Peachtree Corners, Georgia
This technology hub showcases consistent appreciation, with values climbing from $259,626 in 2014 to $342,781 in 2019, before achieving $544,583 in 2024. The market has posted a 109.8% gain over the decade, with strong 58.9% growth since 2019.
7. Brooks, Georgia
This Fayette County gem shows remarkable performance, with values rising from $248,542 in 2014 to $370,661 in 2019, before reaching $552,813 in 2024. Property values have more than doubled with a 122.4% increase over ten years, while maintaining 49.1% growth since 2019.
8. Isle of Hope, Georgia
This historic island community near Savannah demonstrates steady appreciation, with values progressing from $282,690 in 2014 to $355,207 in 2019, before achieving $576,372 in 2024. The market has grown by 103.9% over the decade, with robust 62.3% appreciation since 2019.
9. Cumming, Georgia
This thriving Forsyth County seat shows strong growth, with values increasing from $277,253 in 2014 to $351,635 in 2019, before reaching $598,472 in 2024. The market has posted a 115.9% gain over ten years, with impressive 70.2% growth since 2019.
10. Suwanee, Georgia
This award-winning suburban community maintains consistent appreciation, with values climbing from $278,164 in 2014 to $357,038 in 2019, before achieving $607,416 in 2024. Property values have more than doubled with a 118.4% increase over the decade, with strong 70.1% growth since 2019.
11. Bishop, Georgia
This charming Oconee County town shows steady growth, with values rising from $288,027 in 2014 to $387,285 in 2019, before reaching $613,289 in 2024. The market has experienced a 112.9% increase over ten years, with solid 58.4% appreciation since 2019.
12. Roswell, Georgia
This historic riverside city demonstrates strong performance, with values progressing from $315,016 in 2014 to $403,440 in 2019, before achieving $635,369 in 2024. The market has doubled in value with a 101.7% gain over the decade, while maintaining 57.5% growth since 2019.
13. Sandy Springs, Georgia
This affluent Atlanta suburb shows consistent appreciation, with values increasing from $360,260 in 2014 to $456,744 in 2019, before reaching $645,790 in 2024. Property values have grown by 79.3% over ten years, with steady 41.4% appreciation since 2019.
14. Dunwoody, Georgia
This desirable DeKalb County community maintains strong growth, with values climbing from $370,132 in 2014 to $450,263 in 2019, before achieving $649,060 in 2024. The market has posted a 75.4% gain over the decade, with solid 44.2% growth since 2019.
15. Tybee Island, Georgia
This popular beach destination shows remarkable appreciation, with values rising from $340,267 in 2014 to $420,373 in 2019, before reaching $665,546 in 2024. Property values have nearly doubled with a 95.6% increase over ten years, while maintaining 58.3% growth since 2019.
16. Saint Simons Island, Georgia
This prestigious coastal community demonstrates strong performance, with values progressing from $316,727 in 2014 to $410,247 in 2019, before achieving $667,593 in 2024. The market has more than doubled with a 110.8% gain over the decade, posting solid 62.7% appreciation since 2019.
17. Johns Creek, Georgia
This upscale north Atlanta suburb shows consistent growth, with values increasing from $348,814 in 2014 to $420,137 in 2019, before reaching $674,062 in 2024. Property values have appreciated by 93.2% over ten years, with robust 60.4% growth since 2019.
18. Greensboro, Georgia
This Lake Oconee gateway community maintains strong appreciation, with values climbing from $351,632 in 2014 to $427,156 in 2019, before achieving $684,973 in 2024. The market has posted a 94.8% gain over the decade, with solid 60.4% growth since 2019.
19. Brookhaven, Georgia
This sought-after Atlanta suburb demonstrates steady growth, with values rising from $406,905 in 2014 to $516,241 in 2019, before reaching $686,156 in 2024. Property values have increased by 68.6% over ten years, with more moderate 32.9% appreciation since 2019.
20. Alpharetta, Georgia
This technology corridor hub shows remarkable performance, with values progressing from $323,906 in 2014 to $422,188 in 2019, before achieving $704,404 in 2024. The market has more than doubled with a 117.5% gain over the decade, while maintaining strong 66.8% growth since 2019.
21. Marble Hill, Georgia
This scenic mountain community demonstrates consistent appreciation, with values increasing from $379,344 in 2014 to $464,361 in 2019, before reaching $736,835 in 2024. Property values have grown by 94.2% over ten years, with solid 58.7% growth since 2019.
22. Berkeley Lake, Georgia
This exclusive lakeside community shows strong performance, with values climbing from $366,959 in 2014 to $469,769 in 2019, before achieving $765,966 in 2024. The market has posted a 108.7% gain over the decade, with robust 63.1% appreciation since 2019.
23. Skidaway Island, Georgia
This prestigious coastal community maintains steady growth, with values rising from $438,014 in 2014 to $480,143 in 2019, before reaching $880,700 in 2024. Property values have doubled with a 101.1% increase over ten years, while posting impressive 83.4% growth since 2019.
24. Milton, Georgia
This affluent equestrian community demonstrates remarkable appreciation, with values progressing from $439,676 in 2014 to $528,846 in 2019, before achieving $889,141 in 2024. The market has more than doubled with a 102.2% gain over the decade, maintaining strong 68.1% growth since 2019.
25. Sea Island, Georgia
The crown jewel of Georgia’s luxury market, Sea Island stands dramatically apart with values soaring from $2,119,764 in 2014 to $2,246,395 in 2019, before reaching an extraordinary $4,553,070 in 2024. This exclusive coastal resort community has experienced a remarkable 114.8% increase over the decade, while posting the highest five-year appreciation rate at 102.7%, firmly establishing itself as Georgia’s most expensive residential market by a significant margin.
