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We’re seeing a bit of a shift in housing markets nationwide—Mid-Q3 brought a roughly 2% year-over-year dip in price per square foot across the country, and 36 of the 50 largest metro areas felt that cooling effect. Sellers are adjusting expectations, with more price cuts as the quarter wrapped up, especially in those markets that soared during the pandemic. High mortgage rates are still putting the squeeze on what buyers can afford, nudging everyone closer to the middle when it comes to offers and negotiations. An economist noted that some of those high-flying markets are giving back a piece of their pandemic-era gains, thanks in part to inventory levels that are now above what we saw before 2020.

Having helped over 350 families buy and sell in Cobb County, our builder’s background tells us that behind every market stat, there’s a real story—families adapting, sellers recalibrating, buyers weighing their options. Even as the landscape shifts, what matters most is staying informed and having a team in your corner who knows how to navigate the changes.

Acworth — Most Expensive homes for August 2026.

Listings (sorted by price):
1. Listing 7679064 — $3,100,000
2. Listing 7796835 — $3,000,000
3. Listing 7698129 — $2,680,000
4. Listing 7800431 — $2,499,000
5. Listing 7798558 — $2,400,000
6. Listing 7698126 — $2,399,900
7. Listing 7753390 — $2,175,000
8. Listing 7827330 — $2,000,000
9. Listing 7796252 — $1,999,900
10. Listing 7758780 — $1,875,000
11. Listing 7786833 — $1,850,000
12. Listing 7750968 — $1,775,000
13. Listing 7779087 — $1,595,000
14. Listing 7827608 — $1,595,000
15. Listing 7689858 — $1,550,000

We’re seeing a shift in the Atlanta housing scene—something that’s echoed across the US this past month. In the four weeks ending August 23, new listings ticked up by 0.4%, and the total number of homes for sale rose by 0.5%, the highest we’ve seen since early Q2. Yet, even with more choices out there, pending home sales dipped 1.1% to a six-month low. High housing costs—especially with mortgage rates hovering close to 7% (a 13-month high)—are keeping some buyers on the sidelines, even as the median sale price climbs 1.9% year-over-year to over $400,000.

For those still searching, this market offers fresh opportunities. Rising inventory and softer demand mean you have more room to negotiate price cuts or concessions—especially on homes that have been listed for a few weeks. Sellers willing to price realistically are seeing the most success. With our background as builders and over a decade spent guiding Atlanta families through every kind of market, we know how to spot value and help you make the most of these changing conditions. That’s the Team Jackson difference: practical insights, hands-on support, and a deep commitment to helping you find the right fit when the market moves.

Something we’re watching closely here in Atlanta: While US home prices are still ticking upward on paper, the real value of those homes is quietly slipping. In Q2 2026, one federal index barely budged month-over-month—even after seasonal adjustment—while another national measure showed about 1.5% price appreciation for the year (up a bit from 1% earlier in the quarter). But inflation’s running closer to 3.5%, which means homeowners are actually seeing their home’s true value fall for the 13th month in a row. The one bright spot? Nominal prices are holding steady, and the pace of real value erosion has slowed thanks to a dip in inflation and slightly stronger price gains.

We’ve seen these market pressures firsthand with our Atlanta buyers and sellers—especially first-timers feeling the pinch as typical monthly payments on single-family homes rise. Even with affordability front and center, history shows nominal home values have stayed positive every quarter since early 2012. Our background as builders helps us spot ways to maximize value (even in shifting markets), and we stay right by your side to help you navigate these ups and downs.

Here's a quick update on Cobb County's real estate market. Homes are selling at a similar pace as before. The number of available houses and those being purchased remains consistent.