Dalton, GA

Metro area in Georgia · Updated Jan 2026

12-Month Forecast ↑ +2.9%

Median Home Value

$241,763

↑ +1.5%

Year-over-year

Median Rent

$1,487/mo

↑ +2.6%

Year-over-year

Rental Yield

7.4%

Excellent for investors

5-Year Appreciation

+45.2%

Income Needed to Buy

$62,565

20% down, 30% DTI max

Active Listings

491

For-sale inventory

Price-to-Rent Ratio

13.5

Favors buying

Price Forecast

1 Month

↑ +0.3%

3 Months

↑ +1.1%

12 Months

↑ +2.9%

5-Year Price Trend

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