Kathleen remains the most expensive place to buy a home in Houston County, with a June 2026 median of $400,000. But underneath that headline, the June data shows a shift worth understanding. Sales are clearing right around the $400,000 mark, while listings priced well above it, into the $500,000s, $600,000s, and beyond, are stacking up on the market. The high end has gone quiet, and the activity has compressed into a single price band.
With about 82 homes listed against 40 sales, and active listings averaging 69 days, Kathleen has shifted toward giving buyers more leverage than they have had in a while, particularly above $400,000. Kathleen is not crashing, it is still the county's price leader, but the ceiling has stopped rising.
June 2026 Kathleen Sold Summary
(Source: Central Georgia MLS, Kathleen / 96 to Mossy Creek area)
Metric | June 2026 |
Homes Sold | 40 |
Total Volume | $16,709,602 |
Median Sold Price | $400,000 |
Average Sold Price | $417,740 |
Average Days on Market | 52 |
The Ceiling Stopped Rising
The story in Kathleen's June numbers is where the market is transacting versus where it is not. Closed sales cleared at a $400,000 median, but the active inventory runs well beyond that, with listings priced into the $500,000s, $600,000s, and up past $1.2 million. In other words, Kathleen is still selling, but it is doing most of that selling right around the $400,000 line, while the higher tiers sit.
Active listings averaged 69 days on market, and the market kept clearing near the same price point it has for months. That is the signature of a ceiling that has stopped climbing: buyers are not reaching past $400,000 at the pace sellers above it are expecting, so higher-priced inventory accumulates.
Active Inventory Snapshot
Metric | Current Market |
Active Single-Family Listings | ~82 |
Median Active List Price | $399,450 |
Average Active Days on Market | 69 |
Approx. Months of Supply | ~2 |
Where Kathleen Sells
Kathleen's market is geographically concentrated. Of the 40 June sales, 37 occurred in the 96 to Mossy Creek corridor, where most of the city's newer subdivisions and higher-end homes are located. A small number of sales fell in the Perry and South Houston County area. That concentration is part of why Kathleen carries the county's highest prices, and why its inventory dynamics play out mostly along that corridor.
Area | Sales | Median Price | Avg DOM |
96 to Mossy Creek | 37 | $405,000 | 55 |
Perry & South Houston Co. | 3 | $349,900 | 20 |
For Sellers: Why Is My Kathleen Home Over $400K Not Selling?
If a Kathleen home priced above $400,000 has been sitting, the June data offers a direct explanation: buyers are concentrating their activity right around the $400,000 median, and inventory above that level is accumulating. A home that has lingered is often a sign it is priced above where buyers are currently transacting, not a sign of weak demand overall. The market is still moving, but it is moving in a defined band.
In my experience, the Kathleen sellers who succeed right now are the ones who price to today's buyer rather than last year's momentum. Above $400,000, that means being realistic about where comparable homes are actually closing and recognizing that patience alone will not close the gap while inventory keeps building.
For Buyers: Do Buyers Have Leverage in Kathleen GA Right Now?
Yes, more than in recent memory, especially above $400,000. With roughly two months of supply and inventory building in the higher price tiers, buyers in Kathleen have more to choose from and more room to negotiate than the county's faster-moving, lower-priced markets allow. Homes are averaging 69 days as active listings, which gives a buyer time to evaluate rather than rush.
If you are buying in Kathleen, the higher price tiers are where your leverage is strongest right now. Homes that have been sitting for months are the ones most open to negotiation, while anything priced right at the $400,000 core still moves at a healthy pace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the median home price in Kathleen GA in June 2026?
A: Kathleen's median sold price in June 2026 was $400,000, based on 40 residential sales through the Central Georgia MLS. The average sold price was $417,740, and homes averaged 52 days on market. Kathleen remains the highest-priced housing market in Houston County.
Q: Is Kathleen GA becoming a buyer's market?
A: Kathleen is shifting toward more balance, particularly above $400,000. With about 82 active listings against 40 June sales, roughly two months of supply, and inventory building in the higher price tiers, buyers have gained leverage. Homes priced near the $400,000 core still move at a healthy pace, but higher-priced listings are sitting longer.
Q: Why are higher-priced homes in Kathleen sitting on the market?
A: June data shows sales clustering around the $400,000 median while listings priced into the $500,000s and above accumulate. Buyers are not reaching past roughly $400,000 at the pace higher-priced sellers expect, so that inventory builds. A home sitting above $400,000 is often priced above where buyers are currently transacting.
Q: How many homes are for sale in Kathleen GA?
A: As of the June 2026 report, Kathleen had roughly 82 single-family homes actively listed, at a median list price of $399,450 and an average of 69 days on market. That is about two months of supply against the 40 homes that sold in June.
Q: How long do homes take to sell in Kathleen GA?
A: Homes that sold in June 2026 averaged 52 days on market, and active listings were sitting an average of 69 days. Kathleen's higher price points naturally draw a smaller, more selective buyer pool, which lengthens timelines compared with lower-priced Houston County markets.
Q: Where are most homes selling in Kathleen GA?
A: The 96 to Mossy Creek corridor dominates the Kathleen market, accounting for 37 of the 40 June sales at a $405,000 median. This corridor holds most of Kathleen's newer subdivisions and higher-end homes, which is why it drives both the city's pricing and its inventory dynamics.
Q: Is Kathleen GA still the most expensive market in Houston County?
A: Yes. With a June 2026 median of $400,000, Kathleen remains the highest-priced housing market in Houston County by a wide margin. What has changed is not its status as the price leader but the pace above $400,000, where inventory is building and buyers have more leverage.
Q: Should I price my Kathleen home above $400,000?
A: That depends on where comparable homes are actually closing. June data shows the market clearing near $400,000 while higher-priced inventory sits, so pricing above that level should be supported by recent, comparable sales. Overpricing in the current market tends to lead to extended time on market rather than a higher final price.
Q: Is the Kathleen market crashing?
A: No. Kathleen is still the county's price leader with a $400,000 median. The June data reflects compression, activity concentrating around one price band while the high end quiets, rather than falling prices. It is a shift in leverage and pace, not a decline in the overall market.
Q: What does about two months of supply mean for Kathleen?
A: Roughly two months of supply means it would take about two months to sell all current listings at the June pace. That is still on the tighter side historically, but it is looser than Houston County's faster markets, and combined with building high-end inventory, it gives buyers more negotiating room, especially above $400,000.
This article is for general informational purposes regarding the Kathleen and Houston County, Georgia real estate market. It is not financial, legal, or investment advice. Market data reflects a single month and can shift; small monthly samples may be influenced by the mix of homes sold. Buyers and sellers should consult appropriate professionals for decisions specific to their situation.
About the Author
William Walton-Dean is a licensed REALTOR® with Walton Dean Realty, operating under Century 21 Homes and Investments, serving buyers and sellers across Houston County, Georgia, including Perry, Warner Robins, Bonaire, Kathleen, Byron, and the surrounding Middle Georgia housing market. Specializing in hyper-local market analysis, military relocation, and luxury residential transactions, he helps clients navigate the Houston County real estate market with clarity, accuracy, and confidence.
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This information is provided for general educational purposes regarding the Warner Robins and Houston County, Georgia real estate market. It is not financial, legal, tax, or investment advice. Market conditions, pricing, inventory, mortgage rates, and millage rates can change, and the figures here represent the June 2026 reporting period based on active and sold MLS data, with mortgage rate figures from Freddie Mac as of June 25, 2026. Buyers and sellers should confirm current market data and any property-specific details with a licensed real estate professional and lender.
