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ALBANY, GA 31721

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Dougherty County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
84
⇧ 42.4% vs 59 last year
Pending
18
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$277,950
⇩ 0.7% vs $279,900 last year
Average Price
$312,344
⇩ 7.3% vs $336,907 last year
Days on Market
79
⇧ 27.4% vs 62 days last year

Market Context

Population: 19,453  ·  Density: 34.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $76,243

Typical home value: $192,714  ·  Homeownership: 69.4%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The ALBANY, GA real estate market (31721) currently shows 84 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 79 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 79 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.7% year-over-year, from $279,900 to $277,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 84 this year vs 59 last year
  • Days on market: 79 now vs 62 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $277,950 (-0.7% YoY)
  • Average: $312,344 (-7.3% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 30.7 miles — 366 listings ($104,050,200 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
31721Albany, GA 317210.0 mi84$26,236,896$277,950$312,344
31701Albany, GA 317019.8 mi90$16,382,250$129,450$182,025
39870Newton, GA 3987014.5 mi3$289,500$96,500$96,500
31716Baconton, GA 3171614.9 mi2$339,800$169,900$169,900
31763Leesburg, GA 3176318.4 mi122$47,637,340$359,900$390,470
31730Camilla, GA 3173020.8 mi30$5,838,060$163,250$194,602
39813Arlington, GA 3981323.1 mi2$243,900$121,950$121,950
39886Shellman, GA 3988624.1 mi2$231,000$115,500$115,500
31791Sylvester, GA 3179125.1 mi19$4,066,684$217,400$214,036
31744Doerun, GA 3174426.3 mi4$913,800$237,400$228,450
39841Damascus, GA 3984127.4 mi3$771,000$257,000$257,000
31781Poulan, GA 3178130.3 mi2$503,720$249,900$251,860
39877Parrott, GA 3987730.7 mi3$596,250$198,750$198,750

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ALBANY, GA 31721?

As of January 2026, there are 84 active listings in ALBANY, GA (zip code 31721), compared to 59 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ALBANY, GA 31721?

The median listing price in ALBANY, GA 31721 is $277,950 as of January 2026, a 0.7% decrease from $279,900 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in ALBANY, GA?

Homes in ALBANY, GA 31721 spend an average of 79 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 62 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ALBANY, GA 31721?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ALBANY, GA 31721 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 79 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in ALBANY, GA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ALBANY, GA 31721 save an estimated $5,559 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $277,950. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.