Summer 2026 Real Estate Market Update

Summer 2026 Real Estate Market Update

Summer is here and the real estate market is in full swing across both Fayette and Coweta Counties.

Fayette County Market Update

Compared to this time last year, Fayette County has experienced:

• 12% increase in home sales
• 28% increase in homes sold
• 9% increase in average sales price
• Declining inventory levels

This is typical for the spring and summer market, when more buyers enter the market and available inventory gets absorbed quickly. Homes that are well-prepared, well-maintained, and priced appropriately are often going under contract in less than 30 days.

On the other hand, homes that need updates, have deferred maintenance, or possess characteristics that buyers find less desirable are tending to stay on the market longer.

Fayette County currently has approximately 4.7 months of inventory, which still indicates a slight seller’s market. Traditionally:

• Under 6 months of inventory = Seller’s Market
• 6 months of inventory = Balanced Market
• More than 6 months of inventory = Buyer’s Market

We’re approaching a more balanced market, but sellers still maintain a slight advantage.

I’m also continuing to see homes in highly desirable school districts move more quickly than comparable homes in other areas.

The average sales price in Fayette County has now reached approximately $680,000, an all-time high. This reflects continued appreciation and serves as a reminder that inflationary pressures have not completely disappeared.

Coweta County Market Update

Coweta County is showing similar trends.

Year over year, Coweta County has experienced:

• 7% increase in home sales
• 7% increase in homes sold
• 15% increase in average sales price
• 14% decrease in inventory

Current inventory sits at approximately 4.9 months, placing Coweta County in a similar position to Fayette County.

As in Fayette, homes that are properly prepared and priced for the market are selling first, while properties requiring updates or priced aggressively are taking longer to attract buyers.

What This Means for Buyers

While interest rates remain elevated, buyers do have opportunities in today’s market.

I am consistently seeing negotiating power emerge once a home has been on the market for more than 14 days. Buyers who request assistance with closing costs are often successful, and in many cases sellers are willing to contribute additional funds toward:

• Closing costs
• Interest rate buydowns
• 2-1 buydown programs
• Other creative financing strategies

These seller concessions can significantly improve affordability and help offset today’s higher borrowing costs.

Looking Ahead

Overall, both Fayette and Coweta Counties remain healthy real estate markets with strong buyer activity and continued appreciation. For sellers, presentation and pricing remain critical. For buyers, patience and strategic negotiation can create opportunities, especially on homes that have been on the market for a few weeks.

As always, if you’d like information about your specific neighborhood, school district, or home’s value, I’d be happy to help.