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Dawsonville market report
Dawsonville (Dawson County): 629 homes sold in the 12 months through October 2026 at a median $428,579 and $197 per square foot, +1.1% per foot year over year. 254 homes are for sale now.
FMLS closed sales November 2025 to October 2026 (data as of 2026-11-03). Live inventory as of November 3, 2026. Data confidence: High. 100 or more closings in 12 months. Medians are stable.
Dawsonville market report: key findings, October 2026
Every line is computed from the tables below. Free to quote with a link back.
- 629 homes closed in Dawsonville in the 12 months through October 2026, down from 647 the year before (-2.8%).
- The median sale price was $428,579 (-7.8% year over year) and the median price per square foot was $197 (+1.1%).
- The typical home sold in 36 days at 98.7% of list price; 55% of sales closed under 99% of list and 43% had a price reduction before selling.
- At $197 per square foot, Dawsonville has the 8th highest price per foot of the 10 North Georgia vacation communities in this report.
- 254 homes were actively for sale in the latest snapshot, about 4.8 months of supply at the trailing-12 sales pace (balanced).
- The median asking price of active listings ($499,900) is +16.6% versus the 12-month median sale price.
Negotiating read: Buyers have some room: the typical sale closes at 98.7% of list and 55% of sales closed under 99% of list. Expect to negotiate on homes that have sat.
Dawsonville home sales: last 12 months vs the year before
November 2025 to October 2026 compared with November 2024 to October 2025. Detached, townhome and condo closings in FMLS.
| Metric | Last 12 months | Prior 12 months | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed sales | 629 | 647 | -2.8% |
| Median sale price | $428,579 | $465,058 | -7.8% |
| Median price per sq ft | $197 | $195 | +1.1% |
| Est. value of 2,500 sq ft at median $/SF | $492,487 | $487,289 | +1.1% |
| Median days on market | 36 | 30 | +17.8% |
| Sale to list price | 98.7% | 98.9% | -0.3 pts |
| Sold above list (over 101%) | 10% | 8% | |
| Sold at list (99% to 101%) | 35% | 40% | |
| Sold below list (under 99%) | 55% | 52% | |
| Had a price reduction | 43% | 40% | |
| Dollar volume | $331.98M | $361.00M | -8.0% |
Latest quarter (2026 Q3): 130 sales at a median $429,615 and $200/SF, versus 171 sales at $476,801 and $195/SF in the same quarter a year earlier.
Dawsonville homes for sale now: live inventory and months of supply
Current FMLS IDX snapshot (November 3, 2026). Counts and medians only. Months of supply uses active listings only, not pending or under contract.
| Live metric | Dawsonville | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Active listings | 254 | Homes a buyer can make an offer on today. |
| Active under contract | 9 | Accepted offers still taking backups. |
| Pending | 25 | Under contract, headed to closing. |
| New listings, last 30 days | 70 | Active listings with 30 or fewer days on market. |
| Months of supply (12-month pace) | 4.8 | Active listings divided by 52.4 sales a month. Reads balanced. |
| Months of supply (Oct 2026 sales) | 8.5 | Active listings divided by 30 closings in October 2026. Noisier in a small market. |
| Median asking price (active) | $499,900 | +16.6% versus the 12-month median sale price. |
| Median asking $/SF (active) | $208 | +5.5% versus the 12-month sold $/SF. |
| Median days listed (active) | 54 | How long current listings have been on the market. |
Active listings by asking price
| Price band | Active listings | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Under $300K | 15 | 6% |
| $300K to $500K | 115 | 45% |
| $500K to $750K | 58 | 23% |
| $750K to $1M | 33 | 13% |
| $1M and up | 33 | 13% |
Dawsonville quarterly sales trend (last 8 quarters)
Quarters smooth out the month-to-month noise of a small market. Newest first.
| Quarter | Sales | Median price | $/SF | DOM | Sale/list | Below list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Q3 | 130 | $429,615 | $200 | 30 | 99.0% | 52% |
| 2026 Q2 | 150 | $418,264 | $203 | 39 | 98.6% | 58% |
| 2026 Q1 | 181 | $426,639 | $193 | 30 | 98.7% | 55% |
| 2025 Q4 | 168 | $439,077 | $194 | 43 | 98.5% | 57% |
| 2025 Q3 | 171 | $476,801 | $195 | 34 | 98.6% | 55% |
| 2025 Q2 | 180 | $453,750 | $197 | 30 | 99.1% | 50% |
| 2025 Q1 | 157 | $473,347 | $192 | 26 | 99.2% | 51% |
| 2024 Q4 | 139 | $455,893 | $195 | 31 | 98.8% | 53% |
Five-year view (12-month periods ending Oct 2026)
| 12 months ending | Sales | Median price | $/SF | DOM | Sale/list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | 629 | $428,579 | $197 | 36 | 98.7% |
| Oct 2025 | 647 | $465,058 | $195 | 30 | 98.9% |
| Oct 2024 | 579 | $449,624 | $203 | 19 | 99.3% |
| Oct 2023 | 597 | $403,512 | $200 | 21 | 99.5% |
| Oct 2022 | 633 | $396,731 | $188 | 10 | 100.1% |
Monthly closings, last 24 months
| Month | Sales | Median price | $/SF | DOM | Sale/list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | 30 | $430,000 | $217 | 27 | 98.3% |
| Sep 2026 | 44 | $422,500 | $191 | 27 | 99.1% |
| Aug 2026 | 56 | $435,000 | $198 | 35 | 99.2% |
| Jul 2026 | 49 | $405,400 | $205 | 62 | 98.0% |
| Jun 2026 | 51 | $425,000 | $210 | 19 | 99.2% |
| May 2026 | 50 | $424,000 | $195 | 37 | 98.6% |
| Apr 2026 | 68 | $402,450 | $206 | 26 | 98.9% |
| Mar 2026 | 70 | $445,000 | $186 | 36 | 98.7% |
| Feb 2026 | 43 | $435,000 | $182 | 27 | 98.5% |
| Jan 2026 | 35 | $395,000 | $198 | 46 | 97.5% |
| Dec 2025 | 83 | $430,000 | $181 | 40 | 98.4% |
| Nov 2025 | 50 | $485,000 | $211 | 47 | 99.2% |
| Oct 2025 | 63 | $449,900 | $199 | 32 | 98.4% |
| Sep 2025 | 63 | $488,275 | $186 | 39 | 98.5% |
| Aug 2025 | 45 | $498,400 | $202 | 30 | 98.9% |
| Jul 2025 | 54 | $415,000 | $197 | 34 | 99.1% |
| Jun 2025 | 69 | $450,000 | $194 | 29 | 99.2% |
| May 2025 | 57 | $495,000 | $201 | 28 | 99.0% |
| Apr 2025 | 53 | $465,000 | $193 | 20 | 99.1% |
| Mar 2025 | 53 | $483,000 | $195 | 23 | 99.6% |
| Feb 2025 | 51 | $471,990 | $189 | 36 | 98.9% |
| Jan 2025 | 41 | $464,900 | $186 | 33 | 100.0% |
| Dec 2024 | 60 | $468,990 | $203 | 27 | 97.9% |
| Nov 2024 | 38 | $425,495 | $191 | 36 | 98.9% |
Dawsonville versus Dawson County and other vacation markets
Same 12-month window. Dawsonville has the 8th highest price per square foot, the 8th highest median price, the second lowest days on market and the highest sales volume of the 10 communities in this report.
| Market | 12-mo sales | Median price | $/SF | DOM | Sale/list | $/SF vs Dawsonville |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawsonville | 629 | $428,579 | $197 | 36 | 98.7% | |
| Dawson County | 609 | $425,387 | $200 | 39 | 98.4% | +1.6% |
| Big Canoe | 140 | $619,104 | $223 | 53 | 96.9% | +13.1% |
| Dahlonega | 313 | $370,702 | $212 | 35 | 98.4% | +7.5% |
| Bent Tree | 40 | $465,163 | $171 | 96 | 97.2% | -13.4% |
| Jasper | 400 | $394,527 | $196 | 48 | 98.4% | -0.7% |
Why people buy in Dawsonville
Dawsonville sits on GA-400 at the foot of the mountains, with North Georgia Premium Outlets, Atlanta Motorsports Park, Amicalola Falls, and Lake Lanier's west shore nearby. It is the biggest and fastest-growing market on this page and the shortest drive from North Fulton.
- North Georgia Premium Outlets, with more than 140 stores.
- Atlanta Motorsports Park, with a Formula 1 designer track and karting.
- Amicalola Falls State Park (729-foot falls) and the approach trail to the Appalachian Trail.
- Lake Lanier's west shore and the Etowah River.
| At a glance | Dawsonville |
|---|---|
| Type | Gateway town |
| Location | Dawson County |
| Gated | No |
| Golf | Several golf communities |
| Lake or river | Lake Lanier west shore nearby |
| Walkable downtown | Small downtown; outlet and retail corridor on GA-400 |
| Equestrian | No |
| Best for | Buyers who want the mountains on weekends and an easy GA-400 commute during the week. |
Things to do near Dawsonville
- Dahlonega is about 14 miles northeast and Big Canoe about 17 miles west.
- Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area for trails and riding.
- Georgia Racing Hall of Fame in town.
Living in Dawsonville
- Healthcare: no hospital in Dawson County. Northeast Georgia Medical Center Lumpkin (Dahlonega), Northside Hospital Forsyth (Cumming), and Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville are the nearest.
- Schools: Dawson County Schools. Confirm zoning by address.
- Most new construction on this page is here.
Drive times from Dawsonville
| To | Minutes | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Atlanta | 75 | 58 |
| Alpharetta (North Fulton) | 45 | 34 |
Nearest other vacation communities
What it costs to own in Dawsonville
Many Dawsonville homes are in newer HOA subdivisions with their own dues and rental rules. Check the covenants and county rules before you buy for rental income.
Questions to get answered in writing before you offer
- Current association dues or assessments, what they cover, and any special assessment or capital contribution at closing.
- Short-term rental rules from the association and the county, and any permit or tax registration they require.
- Homeowners insurance quotes for the exact address, including wind, wildfire risk, and distance to the fire station.
- Well, septic, and private road condition and maintenance agreements for mountain lots.
- Internet options and cell coverage at the exact address.
This report is market information, not legal, tax, or insurance advice. Rules change; confirm with the association, the county, and your attorney.
Dawsonville real estate FAQ
What is the median home price in Dawsonville?
$428,579 across 629 FMLS closed residential sales in the 12 months through October 2026, -7.8% versus the prior 12 months. The median price per square foot was $197.
Is Dawsonville a buyer's or seller's market right now?
254 homes are active against about 52.4 sales a month over the last year, roughly 4.8 months of supply. Under 4 months usually favors sellers, 4 to 6 is balanced, and over 6 favors buyers, so this reads balanced. Buyers have some room: the typical sale closes at 98.7% of list and 55% of sales closed under 99% of list. Expect to negotiate on homes that have sat.
How long do homes take to sell in Dawsonville?
The median days on market was 36 in the 12 months through October 2026, compared with 30 the year before. Days on market measure list to contract on the sold homes, so homes that never sold are not counted.
Are Dawsonville prices going up or down?
Over the 12 months through October 2026 the median sale price changed -7.8% and price per square foot changed +1.1% versus the prior 12 months. Closings changed -2.8%. When the median and $/SF move in different directions, the mix of homes sold changed more than values did.
How does Dawsonville compare with Dawson County?
Dawsonville sold at a median $197 per square foot versus $200 across Dawson County (609 closings) in the same 12 months, a -1.6% difference. Median days on market were 36 versus 39.
How far is Dawsonville from Atlanta?
About 75 minutes (58 miles) from downtown Atlanta and 45 minutes (34 miles) from Alpharetta with no traffic, based on routed map estimates rounded to 5 minutes. Friday afternoons and fall weekends run longer.
What is there to do near Dawsonville?
North Georgia Premium Outlets, with more than 140 stores. Atlanta Motorsports Park, with a Formula 1 designer track and karting. Dahlonega is about 14 miles northeast and Big Canoe about 17 miles west. Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area for trails and riding.
Who does Dawsonville fit best?
Buyers who want the mountains on weekends and an easy GA-400 commute during the week.
What does it cost to own in Dawsonville besides the mortgage?
Many Dawsonville homes are in newer HOA subdivisions with their own dues and rental rules. Check the covenants and county rules before you buy for rental income. This report does not give legal or tax advice.
Where does this Dawsonville data come from?
FMLS closed residential sales (detached, townhome and condo) for the 12 months through October 2026, and the current FMLS IDX inventory snapshot for active listings. Figures are aggregates; no single sale is shown. Prepared by Jeff Crowe CRE, a local full-service brokerage.
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How this Dawsonville report is built
- Closed sales: FMLS closed residential listings (detached, townhome, condo) with a close date from November 2025 through October 2026. Prior period: November 2024 through October 2025.
- Community boundary: FMLS listings filed under city:dawsonville.
- Medians: 12-month and combined medians are closing-weighted averages of monthly medians, not the median of every sale. Closings counts are exact. True pooled medians replace these when the raw-closings roll-up runs.
- Sale to list is close price divided by final list price. Above list means over 101%, at list 99% to 101%, below list under 99%. Price reduction means the original list price was higher than the final list price.
- Live inventory: current FMLS IDX snapshot of the same subdivisions or city. Months of supply uses active listings only, divided by the 12-month average monthly sales and, separately, by the latest month's sales.
- Confidence: High is 100 or more 12-month closings, Moderate is 30 to 99, Low is under 30.
- Lifestyle facts come from the public sources listed below (checked November 2026). Drive times are routed map estimates with no traffic.
- Aggregates only. No single sale, address, or listing detail is shown in this report. Not an appraisal.
Sources
Cite this report
Jeff Crowe CRE, "Dawsonville Market Report," FMLS closed residential sales, 12 months through October 2026 (data as of 2026-11-03). https://www.jeffcrowecre.com/residential/market-reports/vacation/dawsonville
Copyright 2026 JeffCroweCRE · Data sourced from FMLS · Copyright 2026 First MLS. Aggregates of closed and active residential listings. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.