The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 30461 sells for about $320,000, or $162 per square foot.
Prices are down 2% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 73 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,280 a month.
ZIP 30461 — Statesboro
The 30461 housing market is currently experiencing a shift toward a buyer's market, with 6.1 months of supply and a slight year-over-year decline in median prices. While inventory remains steady, the market is absorbing listings at a moderate pace, reflecting a balanced environment for local buyers. The data is derived from recent MLS closed-sale records and census-based demographic profiles.
This ZIP is well-suited for families, university-affiliated professionals, and first-time homebuyers seeking a balance of suburban living and access to regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved down 2.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 73 days on market with 6.1 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
14% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.5% · poverty 14.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 30461, Bulloch County GA
Schools in the area are part of the Bulloch County School District, which serves the Statesboro region.
The area is subject to standard regional flood and wind risks; property insurance availability is generally stable.
Statesboro serves as a regional hub with economic momentum driven by Georgia Southern University and associated service and retail sectors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Georgia) — Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction in the assessed value of the property; the state standard exemption is $2,000, which is subtracted from the assessed value before the millage rate is applied. State (Georgia) — Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment: Taxable tangible property is assessed at 40 percent of its fair market value. The formula for tax due is: ((Fair Market Value * 0.40) - Exemptions) * Millage Rate.
The area is primarily car-dependent, with most residents commuting to employment centers within Statesboro or toward the Savannah metro area via regional highways.
The area features access to local parks, community sports facilities, and proximity to Georgia Southern University amenities and regional shopping districts.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand, particularly for 2-3 bedroom units, with vacancy pressure influenced by the university student population.
The economy is anchored by Georgia Southern University, healthcare services, and a growing retail and manufacturing base in Bulloch County.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with major corridors providing access to the broader Coastal Georgia region.
Development is focused on residential expansion and commercial infill projects within the Statesboro city limits.
The Bulloch County Tax Assessor manages property valuations based on annual market analysis and state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to Bulloch County school taxes and municipal service districts where applicable.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, with standard coverage widely available.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau ZCTA 30461 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Major regional employer and cultural hub.
Primary retail destination for the area.
Large community park with sports fields and trails.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.