Market Briefs
January Market Brief: Paulding Board of REALTORS®
February 26, 2026
Market Summary 📊
In January, Paulding County recorded 144 single-family home sales, down 5.3% compared to last year and 36.6% lower than December, reflecting the typical seasonal slowdown to start the year.
Pricing showed mixed movement. The median sales price rose slightly to $362,500, up 0.7% from December, though still 3.3% below last year’s level. The average sales price came in at $375,500, down 6.1% year-over-year and 3.5% month-over-month.
Inventory continues to build gradually. There were 748 active listings, up 2.7% from last year and 5.4% from December. New listings increased significantly to 376 homes, a 57.3% jump month-over-month and 8.7% higher than last January, giving buyers more options as we move into the new year.
With a 3.5-month supply, up slightly from both last year and last month, the market remains relatively balanced heading into the early spring season.
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Quick Snapshot of January Key Metrics 🔍
| Metric | Value | Y/Y % Change | M/M % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 144 | -5.3% | -36.6% |
| Median Sale Price | $362,500 | -3.3% | +0.7% |
| Average Sale Price | $375,500 | -6.1% | -3.5% |
| Active Listings | 748 | +2.7% | +5.4% |
| Month’s Supply | 3.5 | +4.4% | +5.7% |
| New Listings | 376 | +8.7% | +57.3% |