Cherokee County Real Estate Market Update — November 2025

🏡 Homes for Sale

Cherokee County saw 1,308 homes available in November.

That’s a meaningful amount of inventory, giving buyers more selection while still keeping the market competitive for well-prepared sellers. Not too hot, not too cold — just a balanced environment where smart strategy wins.

💲 Average Sale Price

The average sale price landed at $531,708.

Here’s how that compares to past years:

• 2023: $562,593
  
  
• 2024: $582,507
  
  

Prices have eased off last year’s highs, which isn’t a red flag — it’s simply the market correcting from unusually sharp appreciation. Cherokee County continues to hold its value exceptionally well, especially compared to many surrounding counties.

📉 Total Homes Sold

• 307 homes sold in November 2024
  
  
• 254 homes sold in November 2025
  
  

This dip mirrors what we’re seeing nationwide: higher interest rates, affordability challenges, and buyers being more intentional. Homes are still selling, but the impulse-driven buying of recent years has exited the chat.

⏳ Average Days on Market

Homes spent an average of 44 days on the market.

This is another sign that we’re back to a classic real estate cycle. The days of homes selling within hours were fun while they lasted, but the return to a reasonable timeline gives both buyers and sellers a chance to breathe and make thoughtful decisions.

💡 What This Means for Sellers

You’re still in a good position — but the bar has been raised.

Sellers who:

• prepare the home properly
  
  
• price based on today’s market, not last year’s
  
  
• leverage strong marketing and negotiation
  
  

…continue to see great results. The “list it high and hope” strategy doesn’t cut it in 2025.

💡 What This Means for Buyers

You have options again — and that’s a welcome change.

Inventory is up, competition is calmer, and negotiations are more balanced. If you’ve been waiting for the chaos to settle before getting back in the game, Cherokee County is offering a prime opportunity.

🏁 Final Thoughts

November’s numbers confirm what we expected: Cherokee County remains one of the most stable and desirable markets in metro Atlanta. Whether you’re planning to sell in early 2026 or strategizing a purchase, now is a great time to get clarity and prepare.

If you’d like a neighborhood-specific breakdown or want to plan your move for next year, I’m here to help every step of the way.