Top 3 Hottest Areas in Athens, GA to Invest in Real Estate (with Local Comps) What Are The Best Neighborhoods For Investment In Athens, GA? Let’s Look At The Data 5Market Realty has deep roots in real estate investment in Athens, GA. Athens continues to draw long-term demand thanks to the University of Georgia’s 43k+ … Read More
Luxury Homes in Athens, GA: Spotlight on 997 S. Milledge If you’ve been searching for luxury homes in Athens, GA that combine timeless architecture with modern design, the new residences at 997 S. Milledge Avenue are a must-see. Located in the heart of the historic Five Points neighborhood, this development blends the charm of classic … Read More
Luxury real estate in Athens, GA has a name: 5Market Realty. If you’re searching for a high-end home that offers architectural elegance, premium finishes, and a lifestyle tailored for comfort and sophistication, look no further. 5Market Realty is widely recognized as the leading local luxury listing brokerage for high-end home listings in Athens, GA—and with … Read More
Follow These Steps To Ensure You’re Making a Wise Investment Decision 3. Determine Operating Expenses Owning an investment property comes with costs beyond the mortgage. Common expenses include: A typical rule of thumb is to allocate 50% of rental income to cover operating expenses. If your property earns $24,000 per year, expect around $12,000 in expenses. 4. … Read More
Wondering Whether To Buy Or Rent Commercial Space in Athens, GA? Here Are The Pros & Cons. As of January 2025, the commercial real estate market in Athens, Georgia, presents unique opportunities and challenges for businesses considering whether to lease or buy property. This article explores the pros and cons of both options, tailored to … Read More
Q3 2021 Real Estate Market Conditions Report for Athens, GA At 5Market Realty we believe to best serve our clients and the Athens, GA community writ large we need to maintain our leadership when it comes to understanding the local Athens real estate market. That’s why in addition to other research, we regularly survey our … Read More
Answers To Common Questions about Investing in Student Housing in Athens, GA What makes a student property a “student property?” While property can be leased to anyone, student properties are properties that typically trend towards student residents currently in undergraduate programs. As such, there is not a technical distinction. Rather, certain properties include factors making … Read More
Second Year in A Row: Award Recognizes 5Market Realty as one of the fastest-growing businesses owned or operated by UGA Alumni The Bulldog 100 includes companies from over two dozen industries based across the country, though 81 are based in Georgia. Business featured include agriculture, construction, health care, nonprofits, and software. Each year, Bulldog 100 … Read More
Our broker, Scott Talley, provides insight into the real estate market each month in the Athens area.
We have broken down the areas of town into the 5 Markets of Clarke County and then added numbers for the Oconee County market. The MLS lumps most of Normaltown and Downtown together so keep that in mind when reading these numbers. The 5 Points area has also seen some small condo sales that are … Read More