Forsyth County Real Estate Market Update January 2026 | What Homes Sold For
What Did Homes Really Sell for in Forsyth County in January 2026?
If you’re wondering what homes are actually selling for in Forsyth County right now, here’s the real data from January 2026. The market is active, but it’s slower and more price-sensitive than many sellers expect.
Let’s break it down.
January 2026 Forsyth County Market Snapshot
According to the MLS Sales Summary Report for January 2026:
178 total closed sales
$114,470,457 total sales volume
Average sales price: $674,985
Average list price: $690,534
Average original list price: $724,393
Homes sold at 98% of list price
Average Days on Market: 58 days
Average Total Days on Market: 83 days
(Source: FMLS Sales Summary Report)
The biggest takeaway? Homes are still selling, but they’re taking longer and often selling below the original list price.
What Homes Sold for by Zip Code (Residential Detached)
Here’s what the January data shows in key areas:
30040 (Cumming)
51 sales
Average price: $639,013
Average DOM: 57 days
30041 (Lake Lanier Area)
39 sales
Average price: $654,503
Average DOM: 51 days
30024 (South Forsyth / Suwanee Area)
10 sales
Average price: $827,133
Average DOM: 63 days
30028
39 sales
Average price: $601,866
Average DOM: 48 days
30097 (Luxury)
1 sale
Sale price: $1,650,000
1 day on market
(Source: Sales Summary Report, page 1 )
You’ll notice higher-end markets like 30024 are still commanding strong prices, but days on market are longer than peak-cycle years.
What This Means If You’re Selling in 2026
The average home is selling at 98% of the list price, but only 93% of the original list price.
That gap tells the story.
Many sellers are starting high, then adjusting to meet the market.
In today’s Forsyth County real estate market:
Overpricing leads to extended market time
Price reductions are common
Strategic positioning matters more than ever
With 58 average days on market, buyers have time to evaluate and negotiate.
What This Means If You’re Buying
You’re in a more balanced environment.
With nearly two months average market time:
You can compare inventory
You may have negotiation leverage
Inspection and financing contingencies are normal
However, well-prepared and properly priced homes still move faster, especially in high-demand zip codes.
Is the Forsyth County Market Slowing?
Not slowing, normalizing.
The $674,985 average sales price shows continued price strength. But longer market times and lower SP-to-original-list ratios signal a more strategic market cycle.
This is no longer a frenzy.
It’s a thinking market.
Final Takeaway
January 2026 confirms that Forsyth County remains a strong real estate market, but success now depends on pricing accuracy, preparation, and negotiation strategy heading into the early spring market.
Whether you're buying or selling, hyper-local data and expert execution make the difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average home price in Forsyth County in January 2026?
The average sales price was $674,985 .
How long are homes staying on the market?
The average days on market was 58 days, with 83 total cumulative days .
Are homes selling below asking price?
On average, homes sold at 98% of list price and 93% of original list price .
Which zip codes had the highest prices?
30024 averaged $827,133, and 30097 recorded a $1.65M luxury sale.
Is now a good time to sell in Forsyth County?
Yes, but pricing correctly from the start is critical in this market cycle.
Is the market favoring buyers or sellers?
The market is balanced, with more negotiation room than in recent peak years.
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Let’s talk about your unique situation. We’re Greg and Jacquee Hart with Hart Realty Partners, your trusted real estate advisors serving North metro Atlanta and across Georgia. Whether you prefer a call, text, DM, or email, reach out in the way that works best for you, and let’s create a strategy tailored to your goals.
Attribution:
Data sourced from Forsyth County MLS Sales Summary Report, Residential Detached and Attached, Date Range 01/01/2026–02/01/2026,
