Cherokee Valley in Lithonia

Cherokee Valley
Homes for Sale in Lithonia, GA

All 251 homes for sale in Lithonia, GA · median $239,000 · 232 homes for sale in 30058

Community in Lithonia · DeKalb County · ZIP 30058
Median sale $222K
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Built fromLive Georgia MLS data3 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, Cherokee Valley in Lithonia, GA has 2 homes for sale. Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 8 recorded sales closed at a median of $222,500, $149 per square foot, a median 46 days on market, sellers accepting 94% of original asking (+8% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1980–1986. At the median price and DeKalb County's 2025 rate of 34.42 mills, annual property tax runs about $3,060.

Cherokee Valley key facts
LocationLithonia, DeKalb County, GA · ZIP 30058
Home types (current listings and sales)single-family 100%
Amenities listed by sellersNone, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Near Public Transport, Near Shopping, Park, Security System
Sale prices, last 12 months$222,500 median across 8 closed sales · $149 per sq ft · +8.4% vs the prior 12 months
Days on market (closed sales)46 median
For sale right now2 active, 0 pending · median asking $214,500 · 4.0 months of supply

Data as of September 20, 2026. Listing data © 2026 Georgia MLS (GAMLS). Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Cherokee Valley key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/cherokee-valley, data as of September 20, 2026.

Last 30 days in Cherokee Valley: 1 new listing (median asking $179,000). As of September 21, 2026, Listing data © 2026 Georgia MLS (GAMLS). Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

Live · Cherokee Valley Housing Pulse Georgia MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$222K
Median sold · 12 mo
up 8.4% vs the prior 12 months
+8.4%
1-yr price change
n = 8 and 8 sales in the two windows
$149/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $165 in 2024
94.1%
Sale vs ask
DeKalb median: 96.5%
Tempo
4.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
46days
Median DOM · closed
46 days at the 2026 low
0%
Under contract
DeKalb: 18% (513 of 2,868)
2 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
8
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 6 a year
Track record · 3 years of records
1,762sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Cherokee Valley's numbers are built on a small sample — the current snapshot reflects 8 recent closings — so treat any single data point as a signal, not a certainty. The median price of $222,500 and median price per square foot of $149.16 suggest a market where condition and finish level do more to set value than location alone, since there is no identified community amenity package pulling a premium.

A median of 46 days on market points to a pace that rewards patience on both sides. Sellers should expect buyers to take their time comparing, and buyers who move decisively on a well-priced, well-maintained listing are less likely to face a bidding scrum than in tighter submarkets.

Cherokee Valley Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 20, 2026

Cherokee Valley right now

🟡 Balanced market. 4.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Georgia MLS records, as of September 20, 2026. Confidence: Medium (2 active and pending listings, 8 closed sales in 12 months).

🟢 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($222K) is up 8.4% from the prior 12 months ($205K). With about 6 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Georgia MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20. Confidence: Medium (8 and 8 sales in the two windows).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

· Updated September 22, 2026 · Live data: Georgia MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Cherokee Valley market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $222K ($149 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 46 days on market for closed sales, and 4.0 months of supply, a balanced market. The trailing-12-month median is up 8% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Georgia MLS closed sales (8 closings in the current window).

In ZIP 30058 (Lithonia), 452 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $268K ($147/sq ft), down 4.2% year over year, with a median 54 days on market. Right now 113 active and 45 pending listings put supply at about 4.1 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 30058 housing market.

Georgia MLS sales records identify 23 homes in Cherokee Valley that have changed hands since 2024, built between 1981 and 1986 (median 1983), with a median living area of about 1,556 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Georgia MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community. Georgia has no statewide parcel roll comparable to Florida’s DOR file, so ownership and homestead shares are not shown.

Cherokee Valley sits in Lithonia, DeKalb County, with pricing and pace that read as steady rather than fast-moving, and no standalone community amenities currently showing up in MLS data — value here is driven by the individual home rather than a shared feature set.

Best for

  • Prioritizing home condition and layout over a shared amenity list.
  • Comparing price-per-square-foot closely before setting an offer strategy.
  • Willing to move through a standard due-diligence timeline rather than compete on speed.

Probably not for

  • Requiring on-site community amenities as part of the purchase decision.
  • Needing a large, current comp set to validate pricing with high confidence.
  • Expecting a fast-turnaround, high-competition buying process.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Cherokee Valley

Live MLS inventory for Cherokee Valley. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Cherokee Valley listings as of 2026-09-21, priced high to low. Listing data © 2026 Georgia MLS (GAMLS). Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Tap any home to ask about it.

Every Home for Sale in Cherokee Valley Right Now (2)

All 2 active and pending Cherokee Valley listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

  • 2177 Jonathan Avenue · $179,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Aug 12, 2026 · listed by Knapp Realty
  • 6047 Marbut Road · $250,000 · 5 bd / 3 ba · listed Jul 13, 2026 · listed by Mainstay Brokerage

Listing locations from Georgia MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

Schools

In short
  • DeKalb County School System
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Panola Way · Elementary
  • Lithonia · Middle
  • Lithonia · High

District figures are official Georgia (GOSA) 2024-25 data. Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Cherokee Valley listings and can change; always confirm with the DeKalb County School System for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Cherokee Valley address.

If we were buying in Cherokee Valley today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Cherokee Valley.

Best Buy
Buying a home priced on condition rather than on shared amenities.
Biggest Risk
The data set is thin — only 8 recent closings — so pricing conclusions can shift quickly.
Sweet Spot
Homes priced near or below the $222,500 median with updated condition relative to their per-square-foot cost.
Avoid If
You need a documented amenity package as part of the value case, since none is currently identified here.

What the numbers actually say

With a median price per square foot of $149.16, Cherokee Valley sits in a price band where the spread between a dated home and a recently updated one can be significant. That gap is the main thing to underwrite before writing an offer — the median price of $222,500 is a midpoint, not a description of what any specific house should cost.

The 46-day median days-on-market figure, drawn from a limited window of 8 closings, means the data should be read as directional. It tells you homes here are not moving instantly, which gives buyers room for inspection and negotiation, but it also means sellers need pricing and presentation dialed in rather than counting on quick, competitive activity to carry a listing.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Cherokee Valley. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
6.7B- · Buy Score
Recent Direction8.1/10
Liquidity & Demand6.0/10
Pricing Power6.1/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 3 factors (6.7). Basis: Recent Direction +8.4% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 4.0 months of supply; Pricing Power 94.1% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

Why work with Momentum here

In a market this thinly traded, pulling the right comps matters more than usual — a handful of closings can swing a median, and we know how to separate a true value signal from noise in the data. We price and negotiate off of actual condition and recent activity, not a generic neighborhood average.

Cherokee Valley in 15 seconds.

Best forBuying a home priced on condition rather than on shared amenities.
Biggest advantageA 46-day median market pace that leaves room to negotiate rather than rush.
Biggest riskThe data set is thin — only 8 recent closings — so pricing conclusions can shift quickly.
Sweet spotHomes priced near or below the $222,500 median with updated condition relative to their per-square-foot cost.
Avoid ifYou need a documented amenity package as part of the value case, since none is currently identified here.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Cherokee Valley homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Cherokee Valley.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Cherokee Valley sales matched to your home.

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How much local inventory is already under contract

23% of homes for sale in ZIP 30058 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-09-22).

Cherokee Valley Market Scorecard

Balanced

Cherokee Valley is currently a balanced market. About 4.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $214,500, and homes go under contract in about 44 days.

4.0
Months supply
$214,500
Median list
$216,500
Median sold
$117
Per sqft
44
Days on mkt
2/0/6
Active/Pend/Sold

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Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Cherokee Valley?
The median sale price in Cherokee Valley was $222K over the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 (8 closed sales, Georgia MLS).
How long do homes in Cherokee Valley take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 took a median 46 days on market (8 sales, Georgia MLS).
Is Cherokee Valley a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of September 20, 2026, Cherokee Valley is roughly balanced: 4.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Georgia MLS live counts).
Who is the best real estate agent for Cherokee Valley?
The best agent for Cherokee Valley is one who actively works Lithonia and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Cherokee Valley.
How do I find a top Lithonia real estate agent who knows Cherokee Valley?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Cherokee Valley and the wider Lithonia area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Cherokee Valley?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Cherokee Valley purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Cherokee Valley, and what county is it in?
Cherokee Valley is in Lithonia, DeKalb County, GA, ZIP 30058.
Is Cherokee Valley a good place to live?
That depends on your budget, commute and what you want in a home, so here is what the data says about Cherokee Valley: the median sale price over the last 12 months was $222K (8 sales), 11% below the Lithonia median of $250K; homes took a median 46 days to go under contract; supply is 4.0 months at the current sales pace, which is balanced. The full numbers, price history and the flood and school sections are above.
Prioritizing home condition and layout over a shared amenity list.Excellent fit
Comparing price-per-square-foot closely before setting an offer strategy.Excellent fit
Willing to move through a standard due-diligence timeline rather than compete on speed.Excellent fit
Requiring on-site community amenities as part of the purchase decision.Probably not
Needing a large, current comp set to validate pricing with high confidence.Probably not
Expecting a fast-turnaround, high-competition buying process.Probably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsGeorgia MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 21, 2026)
Community market statsGeorgia MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20, 2026
Under-contract sharesGeorgia MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2023 (25 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Georgia DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Georgia MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Thinking of selling in Cherokee Valley? 8 recorded closings; median 46 days on market (window ending 2026-09-20). See the DeKalb County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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