Why Live in Statham
Statham is a rural area with a location that offers access to bigger-city life. The community lies just west of Athens, and residents can commute to Metro Atlanta for work. Realtor Julie Moon of Corcoran Classic Living used to be one of them and still sells homes in the area. “It’s a convenient location that has relatively low prices,” Moon says, in comparison with houses in downtown Athens. Though its position and price may be its biggest draws, it has plenty of amenities that keep residents engaged, including nearby parks. “There’s a cute downtown area with antique shops and a library, and there are historic houses on the main strip that are quite interesting," Moon says. The area’s ranch-style homes can range from $200,000 to $400,000, while its New Traditional houses often run from $315,000 to $500,000. Luxury homes typically cost between $700,000 and $1.7 million, with select properties reaching $2 million. The region is split between Barrow and Oconee counties, and Moon says the Oconee section tends to be more expensive. Tall trees and farmland surround the car-dependent community’s narrow asphalt roads. Streets far from the city center mostly lack sidewalks, but some
Home Trends in Statham, GA
On average, homes in Statham, GA sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Statham, GA over the last 12 months is $398,605, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$398,605
Median Single Family Sale Price
$404,770
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$310,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$213
Number of Homes for Sale
127
Last 12 months Home Sales
786
Median List Price
$408,805
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
