Real Estate Investing in Cedartown, Georgia (30125)

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Polk County • Population: 24,071 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 30125 (Cedartown, GA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (70/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 8.9% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $210,695
Avg Monthly Rent $1,150
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $49,507
% Renters 34.9%

Market Analysis: 30125 Cedartown

From an investor standpoint, ZIP 30125 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $211K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 30125 reflects the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Statewide comparisons place 30125 among GA's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

From a cash-flow lens, 24,071 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

seems to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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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 Cedartown:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 71/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+6.7%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,150/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Cedartown, GA Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
10.4%
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 Cedartown, GA metro data
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Property Strategy for 30125

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
6.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
1BR
+10.9% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$58,295/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $115,506 $820 5.1% +10.9% $115,506
2BR $116,589 $1,080 6.7% +9.8% $58,295
3BR $213,181 $1,350 4.6% +10.1% $71,060
4BR $302,850 $1,650 3.9% +9.8% $75,712
5BR $379,231 +9.6% $75,846

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$226K$191K$155K$120K$84K$48KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

No data available

📊 How Does 30125 Compare?

Metric 30125 Cedartown Cedartown, GA Georgia
Home Value $210,695 $210,695 N/A $329,538
5-Year CAGR 6.7% 6.7% N/A 7.8%
Avg Rent $1,150 $1,150 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.3% 4.3% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.3%
Fair
5yr Growth
+6.7%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Cedartown, GA metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
60%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $210,695
Monthly Rent $1,150
Price-to-Rent 15.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.6%
Cap Rate 4.3%
5-Year IRR 10.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +6.7% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR +9.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.3%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.3%). 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
8.9%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.7%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 30125

Population: 24,071

💰 Median Household Income
$49,507
This area
$49,507
State
$64,001
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
34.9%
This area
34.9%
State
29.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.8%
This area
2.8%
State
-18.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
14.0%
This area
14.0%
State
-3.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.1 years
This area
37.1 years
State
10.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
8.9%
This area
8.9%
State
15.5%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 73.3%
Other/Mixed 13.2%
Black/African American 12.5%
Hispanic/Latino 10.8%
Asian 1.0%
👶 Under 18
24.0%
This area
24.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.8%
This area
15.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
18.8%
This area
18.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 30125

B+ Avg School Grade
7 Schools
13.3:1 Avg Class Size
$14,251 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Northside Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
509 Students
👨‍🏫
11.1:1 Class Size
💰
$14,251 Per Student
A Very Good

Cherokee Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
597 Students
👨‍🏫
12.8:1 Class Size
💰
$14,251 Per Student
A Very Good

Westside Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
610 Students
👨‍🏫
12.7:1 Class Size
💰
$14,251 Per Student
A Very Good

Youngs Grove Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
511 Students
👨‍🏫
12.0:1 Class Size
💰
$14,251 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Cedartown Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
1,000 Students
👨‍🏫
14.3:1 Class Size
💰
$14,251 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Harpst Academy

📚 Pre-K – 12 K-12
👥
41 Students
👨‍🏫
8.2:1 Class Size
💰
$14,251 Per Student
C+ Average

Cedartown High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
1,521 Students
👨‍🏫
21.7:1 Class Size
💰
$14,251 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

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 1,536 Off-Campus Students
C
Georgia Highlands College
4,955 students · 12.3 mi

Investor Insight: With 1,536 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average home sale price in Cedartown, GA?

Expect median prices around $211K in Cedartown, GA. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been reliable.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Cedartown, GA?

Rental vacancy in Cedartown, GA is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

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

The renter base in Cedartown, GA is reasonable for the $1,150/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields stable tenants.

Can owner-occupants cash flow in Cedartown, GA?

Cedartown, GA is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $211K price point reasonable to enter.

How landlord-friendly is Cedartown, GA?

The landlord environment in Cedartown, GA is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

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