Real Estate Investing in Cumming, Georgia (30028)

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Forsyth County • Population: 36,631 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 30028 (Cumming, GA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (76/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $546,679
Avg Monthly Rent $2,155
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $126,485
% Renters 11.7%

Market Analysis: 30028 Cumming

Stepping back, ZIP 30028 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $547K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 30028 stands at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Looking more closely, 30028 offers a low basis, the region around Cumming has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

Demographically, 30028 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 30028 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Cumming:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 75/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.3× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+0.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,155/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
71 days
Average time to sell
Slow
10.0%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA metro data
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Property Strategy for 30028

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
5.1% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+9.7% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$129,775/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $330,213 $2,340 5.1% +8.6% $165,107
3BR $425,090 $2,810 4.8% +8.9% $141,697
4BR $534,639 $3,350 4.5% +9.4% $133,660
5BR $648,876 +9.7% $129,775

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$585K$500K$415K$330K$245K$160KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,425$2,311$2,197$2,083$1,969$1,855Dec 2021Apr 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 30028 Compare?

Metric 30028 Cumming Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA Georgia
Home Value $546,679 $592,697 N/A $329,538
5-Year CAGR 6.1% 6.3% N/A 7.8%
Avg Rent $2,155 $2,256 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.1% 3.0% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.1%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.1%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $546,679
Monthly Rent $2,155
Price-to-Rent 21.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.7%
Cap Rate 3.1%
5-Year IRR 9.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +0.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.2% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -8.9% ▼
3-Year CAGR -0.4% ▼
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.1%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
1.4%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.1%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 30028

Population: 36,631

💰 Median Household Income
$126,485
This area
$126,485
State
$64,001
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
11.7%
This area
11.7%
State
29.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.4%
This area
3.4%
State
-18.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
43.4%
This area
43.4%
State
-3.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.5 years
This area
37.5 years
State
10.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
1.4%
This area
1.4%
State
15.5%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 83.6%
Other/Mixed 11.3%
Hispanic/Latino 8.6%
Asian 3.2%
Black/African American 2.0%
👶 Under 18
29.9%
This area
29.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
9.8%
This area
9.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.2%
This area
3.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 30028

B Avg School Grade
7 Schools
15.5:1 Avg Class Size
$12,614 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Coal Mountain Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
760 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$12,614 Per Student
B Good

Matt Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
1,130 Students
👨‍🏫
14.2:1 Class Size
💰
$12,614 Per Student
B Good

Poole's Mill Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
1,197 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
💰
$12,614 Per Student
B Good

North Forsyth Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
1,170 Students
👨‍🏫
15.8:1 Class Size
💰
$12,614 Per Student
B Good

Silver City Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
1,135 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
💰
$12,614 Per Student
C+ Average

Liberty Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
1,213 Students
👨‍🏫
18.1:1 Class Size
💰
$12,614 Per Student
C+ Average

North Forsyth High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
2,080 Students
👨‍🏫
16.9:1 Class Size
💰
$12,614 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby
C+
MAK Beauty Institute
9 students · 7.4 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a house cost in Cumming, GA?

Cumming, GA home values average about $547K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $2,155/mo in monthly income.

Are landlord laws favorable in Cumming, GA?

GA law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Cumming inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

How strong is the working-renter base in Cumming, GA?

Cumming, GA draws a steady base of working renters. Demand at the $2,155/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

What is the best play in Cumming, GA?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Cumming, GA. With home values at $547K and rents near $2,155/mo, other strategies can work but produce even-keeled rather than outsized returns.

Can I house hack in Cumming, GA?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Cumming, GA reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

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