Cottages at Avalon in Mcdonough

Cottages at Avalon
Homes for Sale in Mcdonough, GA

All 286 homes for sale in Mcdonough, GA · median $367,000 · 322 homes for sale in 30253

Community in Mcdonough · Henry County · ZIP 30253
Median sale $295K
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Built fromLive Georgia MLS data3 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 4 recorded sales closed at a median of $294,950, $154 per square foot, a median 76 days on market, sellers accepting 99% of original asking (-3% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 2017–2020. At the median price and Henry County's 2025 rate of 28.84 mills, annual property tax runs about $3,400.

Part of the Avalon master-planned community in Mcdonough, GA — see all Avalon homes for sale (16 listings across 7 villages and sections in the MLS).

Cottages at Avalon key facts
LocationMcdonough, Henry County, GA · ZIP 30253
Amenities listed by sellersPool, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Playground
Sale prices, last 12 months$294,950 median across 4 closed sales · $154 per sq ft · -3.3% vs the prior 12 months
Days on market (closed sales)76 median
For sale right now0 active, 0 pending

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, “Cottages at Avalon key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/cottages-at-avalon, data as of September 20, 2026.

Live · Cottages at Avalon Housing Pulse Georgia MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$295K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 3.3% vs the prior 12 months
-3.3%
1-yr price change
n = 4 and 3 sales in the two windows
$154/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $154 in 2026
99.1%
Sale vs ask
Henry median: 96.9%
Tempo
77days
Median DOM · closed
33 days at the 2025 low
0 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
4
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 2 a year
Track record · 3 years of records
1,866sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

With only four closings feeding this snapshot, Cottages at Avalon is a small, quiet corner of the McDonough market rather than a high-volume subdivision. The median price sits just under $295,000, and at roughly $154 per square foot, pricing here reads as moderate for Henry County rather than premium — this is not a community commanding a size or amenity premium, it is a straightforward, condition-driven price point.

The median 76.5 days on market tells the real story: homes here are not moving fast. That is useful information for both sides. A seller needs to price realistically from day one and expect a longer runway to contract, and a buyer has room to take a careful look, negotiate on terms or condition, and not feel rushed into an offer.

Cottages at Avalon Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 20, 2026

Cottages at Avalon right now

🟡 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($295K) is down 3.3% from the prior 12 months ($305K). With about 2 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: Low (4 and 3 sales in the two windows).

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

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Cottages at Avalon right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

217 Magnaview Drive
$300K · 0.0 mi away
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,000 sqft
217 Magnaview Drive
Listed by Sovereign Real Estate Group
767 Galveston Way
$315K · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,409 sqft
767 Galveston Way
Listed by The Legacy Real Estate Group
5053 Pioneer Parkway
$300K · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,484 sqft
5053 Pioneer Parkway
Listed by Opendoor Brokerage
758 Galveston Way
$300K · 0.2 mi away
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,139 sqft
758 Galveston Way
Listed by LPT Realty
5014 Pioneer Parkway
$290K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,000 sqft
5014 Pioneer Parkway
Listed by Trelora Realty, Inc.
612 Parkside Place Drive
$310K · 0.3 mi away
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,696 sqft
612 Parkside Place Drive
Listed by Empress Realty Group

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Cottages at Avalon market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $295K ($154 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 77 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is down 3% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Georgia MLS closed sales (4 closings in the current window).

In ZIP 30253 (Mcdonough), 528 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $350K ($150/sq ft), down 2.0% year over year, with a median 44 days on market. Right now 192 active and 72 pending listings put supply at about 5.4 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 30253 housing market.

Georgia MLS sales records identify 8 homes in Cottages at Avalon that have changed hands since 2023, built between 2017 and 2020 (median 2019), with a median living area of about 2,115 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.

Cottages at Avalon is a modest-volume community in McDonough, Henry County, where recent activity has been limited enough that each closing meaningfully shapes the numbers — a detail worth keeping in mind when comparing this snapshot to larger, faster-turning subdivisions nearby.

Best for

  • Prioritizing a lower price-per-square-foot over community amenities.
  • Willing to research and confirm home condition and features directly rather than relying on advertised amenities.
  • Comfortable with a longer selling or buying timeline given the extended median days-on-market.

Probably not for

  • Expecting a clubhouse, pool, or other planned community amenities as part of the purchase.
  • Needing a fast close in a competitive, low-days-on-market environment.
  • Relying heavily on median pricing trends from a very limited number of recent closings.

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

If we were buying in Cottages at Avalon 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 Cottages at Avalon.

Best Buy
Buying on value per square foot in Henry County rather than shopping for a resort-style amenity package.
Biggest Risk
The small closing count means the median and per-square-foot figures can shift quickly with the next sale or two.
Sweet Spot
Buyers comfortable doing their own diligence on condition and amenities, since none are documented in current listings.
Avoid If
Needing a fast, competitive-offer transaction — the 76.5-day median suggests this is not that kind of market.

A market defined by patience, not competition

The current MLS data shows no identified community amenities tied to Cottages at Avalon, which suggests any appeal here is going to come from the homes themselves and their price point rather than shared clubhouses, pools, or planned recreation. Buyers should treat this as a value-and-condition play, not a lifestyle-amenity purchase, and confirm directly what, if anything, is included before assuming otherwise.

With a median days-on-market north of 76, this is not a community where offers are landing in the first week. That extended timeline, combined with just four closings in the window, means pricing conclusions here should be treated as directional rather than precise — useful for framing a strategy, but worth pairing with a fresh, listing-by-listing look before settling on a number.

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a community with this few recent closings, the data can mislead as easily as it informs. We pull the actual comparable listings behind the median, not just the summary number, so pricing a purchase or a sale reflects what is really happening on the ground in McDonough right now — not a thin average dressed up as a trend.

Cottages at Avalon in 15 seconds.

Best forBuying on value per square foot in Henry County rather than shopping for a resort-style amenity package.
Biggest advantageA moderate price point and days-on-market that give buyers room to negotiate rather than compete.
Biggest riskThe small closing count means the median and per-square-foot figures can shift quickly with the next sale or two.
Sweet spotBuyers comfortable doing their own diligence on condition and amenities, since none are documented in current listings.
Avoid ifNeeding a fast, competitive-offer transaction — the 76.5-day median suggests this is not that kind of market.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Cottages at Avalon 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 Cottages at Avalon.
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 Cottages at Avalon sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Cottages at Avalon?
The median sale price in Cottages at Avalon was $295K over the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 (4 closed sales, Georgia MLS).
How long do homes in Cottages at Avalon take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 took a median 77 days on market (4 sales, Georgia MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for Cottages at Avalon?
The best agent for Cottages at Avalon is one who actively works Mcdonough 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 Cottages at Avalon.
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Where is Cottages at Avalon, and what county is it in?
Cottages at Avalon is in Mcdonough, Henry County, GA, ZIP 30253.
Prioritizing a lower price-per-square-foot over community amenities.Excellent fit
Willing to research and confirm home condition and features directly rather than relying on advertised amenities.Excellent fit
Comfortable with a longer selling or buying timeline given the extended median days-on-market.Excellent fit
Expecting a clubhouse, pool, or other planned community amenities as part of the purchase.Probably not
Needing a fast close in a competitive, low-days-on-market environment.Probably not
Relying heavily on median pricing trends from a very limited number of recent closings.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 (9 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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