The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 31066 sells for about $298,321, or $151 per square foot.
Prices are down 1.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,695 a month.
ZIP 31066 — Musella
The Perry housing market is experiencing a period of inventory growth that is outpacing sales, leading to a more buyer-friendly environment. While prices have remained relatively steady near the $300,000 mark, the increase in days on market suggests that sellers are facing more competition than in previous years. Buyers currently hold more negotiating power, though well-priced homes continue to transact efficiently.
This area is well-suited for family buyers and those seeking a balance between historic charm and new construction, offering a more buyer-friendly environment than neighboring premium markets.
Median prices moved down 1.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% 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 0.0% · poverty 6.8% — 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 6.9%/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 5.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 31069, Houston County GA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Property crime rates in the area are reported to be lower than both state and national averages.
Schools serving the area are generally characterized by moderate performance ratings within the Houston County school system.
Some areas near Big Indian Creek are identified as being prone to flooding, which influences local insurance considerations.
The area benefits from its position as the Houston County seat, with steady development and a mix of historic and new construction projects.
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 serves as a regional hub with access to major corridors, though most residents commute to employment centers in Warner Robins or Macon.
The area features local parks, historic downtown shopping, and proximity to regional golf courses and outdoor recreation along Big Indian Creek.
The rental market has seen significant upward pressure with year-over-year rent growth of approximately 10.14%.
The local economy is anchored by government, education, and proximity to Robins Air Force Base, which serves as a major regional employer.
The area is primarily served by highway corridors including I-75, facilitating regional transit toward Macon and Warner Robins.
Development is focused on residential growth and infrastructure improvements to support the expanding population in the South Houston County corridor.
The Houston County Tax Assessor maintains property records and valuations for all parcels within the county jurisdiction.
Parcels are subject to Houston County school district taxes and municipal service assessments where applicable.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood risk assessments and general hazard exposure common to Central Georgia.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 31069.
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.
Features a collection of local boutiques and restaurants in a preserved historic setting.
A natural feature that defines much of the local landscape and recreational space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.