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Market Snapshot

Median listing price
$545K

The median listing price in Hiawassee, GA ZIP 30546 is $544,500 as of June 2026.

Median rent
$2,100/mo

The median market rent in Hiawassee, GA ZIP 30546 is $2,100/month as of June 2026.

Days on market
345 days

The median days on market in Hiawassee, GA ZIP 30546 is 345 days as of June 2026. The market is currently neutral.

Gross rental yield
4.63%

At a median list price of $544,500 and a median rent of $2,100/month, the gross rental yield in Hiawassee, GA ZIP 30546 is 4.63% as of June 2026.

STR vs LTR
$1,851/mo STR · $2,100/mo LTR

In Hiawassee, GA ZIP 30546, median Airbnb revenue is $1,851/month compared to median long-term rent of $2,100/month as of June 2026.

Hiawassee, GA 30546 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 30546

Report Date: June 2026

Market Temperature:
NEUTRAL

Scope: This ZIP code analysis focuses on single-family residential (SFR) properties. Metrics are calculated from recent sales and active listings within the past 90 days.


Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

Analysis Window
90 Days
Total Properties Analyzed
117
Active Listings
88
Sold Properties
29

Market Metrics

Median Listing Price
$544,500
Median Sold Price
$363,000
Median Price per Sqft
$230/sqft

The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.


Rental Market

Median Market Rent
$2,100

Property Taxes

Property Tax Rate
0.31%

Liquidity & Velocity

Median Days on Market
345
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%

Note: A Sale-to-List Ratio near 100% can occur when properties sell at or near their final listing price after price adjustments during the listing period, even when initial listing prices differ significantly from sale prices.


Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Neutral market indicates balanced conditions where neither buyers nor sellers have a strong advantage, typically characterized by flat price trends, extended but stable days on market, and moderate inventory relative to sales.

Price YoY Trend
flat
Market Temperature
neutral
Rent YoY Trend
down
Interest Rate Pressure
elevated

Current Mortgage Rate Context

Market-level mortgage rate comparison for this area:

Current 30-year fixed mortgage rates for properties in Hiawassee, GA are averaging 6.4%, which is 0.4% higher than the 6.0% rates observed earlier in 2026.

Note: Interest rate comparisons provide market context. The existing "Interest Rate Pressure" metric above shows the qualitative market impact.


Key Findings

  1. median sold price: 363,000 is the primary indicator of market value in Hiawassee and suggests recent transaction prices are substantially below current asking levels; this gap may indicate pricing friction between seller expectations and realized market value, so buyers should continue to leverage negotiated terms while sellers should consider aligning list pricing with recent sale benchmarks.
  2. median days on market: 345 points to slower sales velocity and extended marketing times, which may indicate more time is required to find qualified buyers; agents should plan longer marketing windows and buyers should expect increased negotiation leverage during contract terms. neutral market temperature supports a balanced approach to pricing strategy rather than aggressive short-term repositioning.
  3. median listing price: 544,500 versus the observed median sold price highlights a meaningful spread between asks and closed deals; sellers should consider staged pricing adjustments or stronger value-add messaging, while investors and owner-occupants may find opportunities to negotiate below asking. flat price year-over-year trend suggests limited upward pressure on sale prices in the near term.
  4. interest rate pressure: elevated combined with median market rent: 2,100 and rent year-over-year trend: down signals that financing costs are a headwind and rental demand is moderating; purchasers reliant on financing should stress-test offers at current rates and landlords should review rent comp strategies to retain occupancy. elevated

Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.

Recent Transactions

Harbor Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546
Top Sale

Highest sale in the past 90 days. Fully renovated with modern finishes and premium lot positioning.

- beds4 baths4,336 sqft
$3,750,000
Apr 1, 2026
$865/sqft/sqft
429 Oakmont Dr, Hiawassee, GA 30546
Premium

Sold above market average

5 beds5 baths4,110 sqft
$1,570,000
May 1, 2026
$382/sqft/sqft
216 days on market
2327 Ridgecrest Cir, Hiawassee, GA 30546
Premium

Sold above market average

4 beds3 baths2,175 sqft
$1,443,500
May 1, 2026
$664/sqft/sqft
259 days on market
1077 Frog Pond Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546
Value

Sold below market average

3 beds2 baths2,592 sqft
$475,000
Mar 1, 2026
$183/sqft/sqft
616 days on market
995 Glassy Mountain Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546
Value

Sold below market average

3 beds3 baths3,112 sqft
$449,900
Mar 1, 2026
$145/sqft/sqft
1690 days on market
4748 Anderson Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546
Value

Sold below market average

4 beds3 baths3,000 sqft
$440,000
Apr 1, 2026
$147/sqft/sqft
1291 days on market
1054 Sutton Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546
Value

Sold below market average

2 beds2 baths1,458 sqft
$230,000
May 1, 2026
$158/sqft/sqft
383 days on market
4570 Jones Gap Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546
Market Benchmark

Sold at market average

1 beds1 baths720 sqft
$170,000
Apr 1, 2026
$236/sqft/sqft
296 days on market

Investment Analysis

Compare rental income potential against ownership costs and benchmark against market averages.

Rent vs Cost to Own

Monthly rental income vs estimated ownership cost

$58/mo
30546 Avg Rent
30546 Cost to Own
Rent$2,100
Own$2,042

20% down, 6.53% rate, 0.3% tax

Short-Term Rental

Avg nightly rate and occupancy for this ZIP

30546 Avg nightly rate
30546 Avg occupancy (days/year)
Nightly rate$178/night
Occupancy103 of 365 days

Data Sources

Real estate market data & public records, and GemHaus® proprietary models.

Report generated: 6/1/2026

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