Emory Chase in Decatur

Emory Chase
Homes for Sale in Decatur, GA

All 422 homes for sale in Decatur, GA · median $275,450 · 86 homes for sale in 30030

Community in Decatur · DeKalb County · ZIP 30030
Median sale $219K
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Built fromLive Georgia MLS data3 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, Emory Chase in Decatur, GA has 2 homes for sale. Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 6 recorded sales closed at a median of $219,250, $243 per square foot, a median 38 days on market, sellers accepting 97% of original asking (+4% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1963–1963. At the median price and DeKalb County's 2025 rate of 34.42 mills, annual property tax runs about $3,020.

Emory Chase key facts
LocationDecatur, DeKalb County, GA · ZIP 30030
Home types (current listings and sales)condos 100%
Amenities listed by sellersNear Public Transport, Near Shopping, Walk To Schools, None, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Park
Sale prices, last 12 months$219,250 median across 6 closed sales · $243 per sq ft · +3.8% vs the prior 12 months
Days on market (closed sales)38 median
For sale right now2 active, 0 pending · median asking $184,500 · 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, “Emory Chase key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/emory-chase, data as of September 20, 2026.

Last 30 days in Emory Chase: 2 new listings (median asking $184,500), 2 closed sales (median $191,500). As of September 21, 2026, Listing data © 2026 Georgia MLS (GAMLS). Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

Live · Emory Chase Housing Pulse Georgia MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$219K
Median sold · 12 mo
up 3.8% vs the prior 12 months
+3.8%
1-yr price change
n = 6 and 4 sales in the two windows
$243/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $243 in 2026
97.2%
Sale vs ask
DeKalb median: 96.5%
Tempo
4.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
38days
Median DOM · closed
8 days at the 2024 low
0%
Under contract
DeKalb: 18% (513 of 2,868)
2 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
6
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 3 a year
Track record · 3 years of records
1,139sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Emory Chase is pricing around $219,250 right now, with per-foot value near $228 — a level that reflects the mix of unit sizes and condition more than any single feature of the community. With only a handful of closings in the current window, this is a thin-data read: enough to confirm where the market is clearing, not enough to call a trend.

At a median of 21 days on market, homes here are moving at a workable pace — not rushed, not stale. For a seller, that supports pricing at or near recent comps rather than testing the upside. For a buyer, it means there's room to do diligence without feeling forced into an immediate decision, but not so much room that lowball offers make sense.

Emory Chase Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 20, 2026

Emory Chase 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, 6 closed sales in 12 months).

🟡 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($219K) is up 3.8% from the prior 12 months ($211K). With about 3 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 (6 and 4 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

The 60-Second Overview

Emory Chase market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $219K ($243 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 38 days on market for closed sales, and 4.0 months of supply, a balanced market. The trailing-12-month median is up 4% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Georgia MLS closed sales (6 closings in the current window).

In ZIP 30030 (Decatur), 386 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $546K ($317/sq ft), up 7.0% year over year, with a median 26 days on market. Right now 77 active and 7 pending listings put supply at about 4.9 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 30030 housing market.

Georgia MLS sales records identify 12 homes in Emory Chase that have changed hands since 2024, built between 1963 and 1963 (median 1963), with a median living area of about 923 sq ft and a typical 2-bedroom, 1-bath layout; 100% are condominiums. 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.

Emory Chase sits in Decatur, DeKalb County, with pricing and per-square-foot value that track closely to recent unit-level sales rather than any built-in amenity package — current MLS data shows no listed community amenities, so value here is driven by the home itself.

Best for

  • Buying based on unit condition and per-square-foot value rather than shared amenities.
  • Comfortable evaluating a market with a limited number of recent comparable sales.
  • Looking to transact at a pace of roughly three weeks on market rather than an overnight sale.

Probably not for

  • Needing a community with an established amenity package as part of the value case.
  • Wanting a high-volume market with dozens of recent comps to lean on for pricing confidence.
  • Expecting price appreciation projections — the data here supports a snapshot, not a forecast.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Emory Chase

Live MLS inventory for Emory Chase. 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 Emory Chase 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 Emory Chase Right Now (2)

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

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
  • Westchester · Elementary
  • Beacon Hill · Middle
  • Decatur · High

District figures are official Georgia (GOSA) 2024-25 data. Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Emory Chase 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 Emory Chase address.

If we were buying in Emory Chase 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 Emory Chase.

Best Buy
Buying a unit where condition and layout matter more than any building-wide amenity package.
Biggest Risk
A thin closings count means the median can shift quickly as new sales report.
Sweet Spot
Pricing near the $219,250 median and current per-foot comps rather than anchoring to older sales.
Avoid If
Avoid if you're expecting a built-in amenity set — none is currently identified in MLS listings.

What the numbers actually say

The median price of $219,250 against a per-square-foot figure of $227.77 suggests a market where smaller or more efficient units can command a real premium on a per-foot basis, while larger units may anchor the lower end of price per square foot. Buyers should treat any specific listing on its own condition and layout rather than assuming the median applies evenly across unit types.

With just four closings feeding this snapshot, Emory Chase is not a high-volume market at this moment. That's not a red flag by itself — smaller communities and slower-turnover buildings often show this pattern — but it does mean each new closing can move the median more than it would in a larger, more liquid market. Anyone pricing a listing or structuring an offer here should pull the most current comps available rather than leaning on a rolling average.

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.0B · Buy Score
Recent Direction7.0/10
Liquidity & Demand6.0/10
Pricing Power8.1/10

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 (7.0). Basis: Recent Direction +3.8% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 4.0 months of supply; Pricing Power 97.2% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

Why work with Momentum here

In a market with limited recent closings, the read on value depends on knowing which of the few comparable sales actually apply to a given unit. We track the DeKalb County GAMLS feed closely enough to tell you when a listing's price makes sense relative to the last few closings — and when it doesn't.

Emory Chase in 15 seconds.

Best forBuying a unit where condition and layout matter more than any building-wide amenity package.
Biggest advantageA 21-day median days-on-market suggests reasonable liquidity without a bidding-war pace.
Biggest riskA thin closings count means the median can shift quickly as new sales report.
Sweet spotPricing near the $219,250 median and current per-foot comps rather than anchoring to older sales.
Avoid ifAvoid if you're expecting a built-in amenity set — none is currently identified in MLS listings.

HOA, CDD & Fees

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

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Recently off market in Emory Chase

Homes in Emory Chase that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 2 on record.

How much local inventory is already under contract

14% of homes for sale in ZIP 30030 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).

Emory Chase Market Scorecard

Balanced

Emory Chase is currently a balanced market. About 4.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $184,500, and homes go under contract in about 15 days.

4.0
Months supply
$184,500
Median list
$219,250
Median sold
$200
Per sqft
15
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 Emory Chase?
The median sale price in Emory Chase was $219K over the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 (6 closed sales, Georgia MLS).
How long do homes in Emory Chase take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 took a median 38 days on market (6 sales, Georgia MLS).
Is Emory Chase a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of September 20, 2026, Emory Chase 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 Emory Chase?
The best agent for Emory Chase is one who actively works Decatur 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 Emory Chase.
How do I find a top Decatur real estate agent who knows Emory Chase?
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 Emory Chase and the wider Decatur area.
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Where is Emory Chase, and what county is it in?
Emory Chase is in Decatur, DeKalb County, GA, ZIP 30030.
Is Emory Chase 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 Emory Chase: the median sale price over the last 12 months was $219K (6 sales), 27% below the Decatur median of $300K; homes took a median 38 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.
Buying based on unit condition and per-square-foot value rather than shared amenities.Excellent fit
Comfortable evaluating a market with a limited number of recent comparable sales.Excellent fit
Looking to transact at a pace of roughly three weeks on market rather than an overnight sale.Excellent fit
Needing a community with an established amenity package as part of the value case.Probably not
Wanting a high-volume market with dozens of recent comps to lean on for pricing confidence.Probably not
Expecting price appreciation projections — the data here supports a snapshot, not a forecast.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 (13 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 Emory Chase? 6 recorded closings; median 38 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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