Fall 2025 Forsyth County Housing Market Update

By Rachel Mooney

Rachel has built a reputation for making the complex process of buying and selling homes not only enjoyable but also financially rewarding. Her deep understanding of the local market, combined with her genuine passion for helping families transition through different stages of life, has allowed her to serve hundreds of clients with exceptional care and professionalism.

We’re moving into fall, and just like football season, the real estate market has taken a turn. If you’ve been following my updates, this won’t surprise you. But if this is new to you, listen closely. The next 120 days could make a big difference whether you’re planning to buy or sell a home in North Metro Atlanta, especially here in Forsyth County.

The market is cooling down. Over the last 30 days, Forsyth County had 1,119 homes available for sale. That number went down, which makes sense this time of year. Many sellers who didn’t find success during the spring or summer decided to pull their listings, increasing expired and withdrawn homes. In other words, the market rejected those listings.

We put 152 homes under contract, which is down from last month, and closed 173 homes, also a decrease from previous months. The only number that increased was the average sales price, which rose to $716,000. Sellers received about 94% of their asking price, the lowest we’ve seen in a while. Homes are also taking longer to sell, with an average of 61 days on the market.

Right now, there’s over a six-month supply of single-family resale homes in Forsyth County. That officially puts us in a buyer’s market. Buyers have the upper hand.

What does this mean for sellers? If you’re considering selling, pricing your home correctly is more crucial than ever. Sellers testing the market or pricing too high are losing more than 8% before negotiations even start. That’s a big hit.

The longer your home sits on the market, the weaker your offers become. Buyers know that well-priced homes sell quickly, and they act promptly when they see value. Homes that are priced correctly and show well are still receiving strong offers, and sometimes multiple offers.

This is where working with an experienced realtor really makes a difference. You need someone who understands local trends and can help you set a price that makes sense. My goal is always to help you sell for the highest price in the shortest amount of time.

What does this mean for buyers? Buyers, this is your sweet spot. Right now, sellers are open to negotiation. They’re lowering prices, paying for rate buydowns, covering closing costs, making repairs, and even accepting home sale contingencies. You can sell your current home and buy another one back-to-back, something we haven’t seen much in recent years.

But this window won’t stay open forever. If interest rates shift or demand increases in spring, these opportunities will disappear.

Buying or selling this fall doesn’t have to feel uncertain. With the right strategy, you can take advantage of today’s market and make a confident move. If you’re thinking about making a change, call or text me at 678-804-4733 or email me at rachel@rachelmooney.com. I’ll give you precise, personalized guidance to help you price, prepare, and position your home for success this season.