The Atlanta housing market is clearly transitioning, and many homeowners are starting to notice the difference. Properties that used to move quickly are now taking more time to sell — particularly those listed at or close to market price.
Here’s What We’re Seeing Locally in the Atlanta Area
- Homes are spending more time on the market, with the average hovering around 80–98 days in many metro Atlanta areas — longer than this time last year.
- Buyers are more selective and negotiating more aggressively. With increased inventory, many buyers are requesting repairs, price reductions, or seller concessions after inspections.
- Sales activity has slowed, and industry reports indicate a rise in pending contracts falling through as buyers take advantage of market options.
- Holding costs continue to rise. Mortgage payments, property taxes, insurance, utilities, and maintenance add up quickly while a home sits unsold.
- Cash buyers remain active across Metro Atlanta and often close much faster, providing more certainty for sellers.
Why Market-Priced Homes Can Still Sit
Even when a home is priced correctly, it must compete with updated, staged, and move-in-ready properties. Many sellers are reducing their prices after weeks — or even months — on the market.
During that time, homeowners are still covering monthly expenses and often facing repair requests during the inspection process.
The Real Cost Difference: Traditional Listing vs. A Cash Offer
While a traditional sale may appear higher on paper, the final net proceeds are often closer to a cash offer than many sellers expect once you factor in:
- Realtor commissions (5% – 6%)
- Repair and inspection costs ($10,000+)
- Staging, Cleaning & Closing Costs ($5,000+)
- Ongoing holding costs ($2,500)
For many Atlanta homeowners, the speed, certainty, and simplicity of a cash sale make it a strong alternative — especially for homes that need updates or when timing is important.
The Bottom Line
If you’re considering selling a home in Atlanta or the surrounding metro areas and want to avoid repairs, showings, and delays, exploring a cash offer could make sense.
At MarketPro Homebuyers, we purchase homes as-is and can close on your timeline— no stress and no surprises. Contact us at (470) 730-1128 to discuss your no-obligation cash offer.
