Forest Lake Village in Eatonton

Forest Lake Village
Homes for Sale in Eatonton, GA

All 106 homes for sale in Eatonton, GA · median $605,000 · 208 homes for sale in 31024 · Putnam County homes for sale

Community in Eatonton · Putnam County · ZIP 31024
Median sale $492K
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Built fromLive Georgia MLS data2 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, Forest Lake Village in Eatonton, GA has 5 homes for sale, asking from $357,000 to $995,000 (median $749,900). Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 4 recorded sales closed at a median of $492,500, $229 per square foot, a median 9 days on market, sellers accepting 97% of original asking (-18% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1976–2026 with 3 new construction. At the median price and Putnam County's 2025 rate of 17.98 mills, annual property tax runs about $3,540.

Forest Lake Village key facts
LocationEatonton, Putnam County, GA · ZIP 31024
Home types (current listings and sales)single-family 100%
Amenities listed by sellersLake, None, Shared Dock
Sale prices, last 12 months$492,500 median across 4 closed sales · $229 per sq ft · -17.9% vs the prior 12 months
Days on market (closed sales)9 median
For sale right now5 active, 0 pending · median asking $749,900 · 15.0 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, “Forest Lake Village key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/forest-lake-village--putnam, data as of September 20, 2026.

Last 30 days in Forest Lake Village: 2 new listings (median asking $822,450), 1 closed sale (median $485,000). As of September 22, 2026, Listing data © 2026 Georgia MLS (GAMLS). Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

Live · Forest Lake Village Housing Pulse Georgia MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$492K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 17.9% vs the prior 12 months
-17.9%
1-yr price change
n = 4 and 7 sales in the two windows
$229/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $292 in 2025
96.6%
Sale vs ask
Putnam median: 95.6%
Tempo
15.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
10days
Median DOM · closed
10 days at the 2026 low
0%
Under contract
Putnam: 19% (160 of 861)
5 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
4
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 4 a year
Track record · 2 years of records
2,148sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales

Homes For Sale Right Now in Forest Lake Village

Live MLS inventory for Forest Lake Village. 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 Forest Lake Village listings as of 2026-09-22, 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 Forest Lake Village Putnam Right Now (5)

All 5 active and pending Forest Lake Village Putnam listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

  • 121 Cherry Point · $895,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Sep 12, 2026 · listed by Lake Homes Realty LLC
  • 110 Birch Cove · $749,900 · 4 bd / 4 ba · listed Sep 11, 2026 · listed by Lane Realty
  • 104 Spruce Point · $995,000 · 4 bd / 2 ba · listed Aug 3, 2026 · listed by Lane Realty
  • 158 Pine Knoll Lane · $357,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Jul 12, 2026 · listed by Lake Sinclair-Oconee Realty
  • 104 Dogwood Point · $409,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Jun 25, 2026 · listed by Southern Classic Realtors
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Forest Lake Village is trading at a median of $500,000, with price per square foot running around $227 — a level that points to condition and finish doing most of the work in setting value here, since there is no separate range data to suggest a stratified market. With so few closings to draw from in this window, treat that median as a directional marker rather than a fixed ceiling or floor.

A median of 10 days on market signals that well-positioned listings are not sitting, which puts sellers in a stronger negotiating position right now. For buyers, that pace means having financing and decision-making ready before a showing, not after.

Forest Lake Village Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 20, 2026

Forest Lake Village right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 15.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.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 (5 active and pending listings, 4 closed sales in 12 months).

🔴 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($492K) is down 17.9% from the prior 12 months ($600K). With about 4 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 7 sales in the two windows).

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

· Updated September 23, 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

Forest Lake Village market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $492K ($229 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 10 days on market for closed sales, and 15.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market. The trailing-12-month median is down 18% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Georgia MLS closed sales (4 closings in the current window).

In ZIP 31024 (Eatonton), 171 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $393K ($220/sq ft), up 3.5% year over year, with a median 69 days on market. Right now 73 active and 9 pending listings put supply at about 6.0 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 31024 housing market.

Georgia MLS sales records identify 11 homes in Forest Lake Village that have changed hands since 2025, built between 1974 and 2026 (median 1984), with a median living area of about 2,096 sq ft and a typical 3-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.

Forest Lake Village sits in Eatonton, Putnam County, with recent activity limited to a small handful of closings — enough to establish a price level, not enough yet to draw firm conclusions about trend.

Best for

  • Ready to move quickly once a listing hits, given the 10-day median pace
  • Comfortable evaluating value primarily through condition and finish rather than a broad price range
  • Looking in Putnam County without a specific requirement for on-site community amenities

Probably not for

  • Needing confirmed clubhouse, pool, or recreational amenities as part of the purchase decision
  • Wanting a deep set of recent comparable sales before setting or accepting a price
  • Preferring a slower-paced search with extended time to weigh multiple active listings

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

Schools

In short
  • Putnam County School System
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available

Putnam County School System posted a 92.0% four-year graduation rate and 2,778 students across 4 schools in 2024-25 (Governor’s Office of Student Achievement).

  • Putnam · Elementary
  • Putnam County · Middle
  • Putnam · High

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

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Forest Lake Village address.

If we were buying in Forest Lake Village 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

Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.

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 Forest Lake Village.

Best Buy
Buying with financing and paperwork already in order, ready to act inside a 10-day window.
Biggest Risk
A thin closing sample makes the median price a directional guide, not a guarantee.
Sweet Spot
Buyers or sellers comfortable pricing off a single median figure rather than a wide comparable set.
Avoid If
Needing a large pool of active comparables or confirmed community amenities before committing.

A Thin but Fast Market

Three closings is a narrow sample, and that matters for how you read every other number attached to this community. The $500,000 median and $227 per-square-foot figure are real, current, and MLS-sourced, but they represent a small slice of activity rather than a broad, statistically deep market. Buyers and sellers should treat them as a snapshot, not a forecast.

The 10-day median days-on-market is the more telling figure. Even with limited inventory turning over, homes here are moving quickly once listed. No community amenities are identified in current MLS listings, so any appeal tied to shared facilities, gates, or recreation should be verified directly rather than assumed.

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
3.1D · Buy Score
Recent Direction1.5/10
Liquidity & Demand0.0/10
Pricing Power7.8/10

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 (3.1). Basis: Recent Direction -17.9% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 15.0 months of supply; Pricing Power 96.6% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

Why work with Momentum here

In a market this thin, pricing a listing or evaluating an offer requires pulling every comparable available rather than leaning on a handful of headline numbers. We track Forest Lake Village's closings as they happen and help buyers move fast enough to compete in a 10-day market, and help sellers price against real, current data instead of guesswork.

Forest Lake Village in 15 seconds.

Best forBuying with financing and paperwork already in order, ready to act inside a 10-day window.
Biggest advantageA fast-moving market where positioned listings do not linger.
Biggest riskA thin closing sample makes the median price a directional guide, not a guarantee.
Sweet spotBuyers or sellers comfortable pricing off a single median figure rather than a wide comparable set.
Avoid ifNeeding a large pool of active comparables or confirmed community amenities before committing.

HOA, CDD & Fees

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

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Recently off market in Forest Lake Village

Homes in Forest Lake Village 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. 1 on record.

How much local inventory is already under contract

13% of homes for sale in ZIP 31024 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 (2026-09-23).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Forest Lake Village?
The median sale price in Forest Lake Village was $492K over the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 (4 closed sales, Georgia MLS).
How long do homes in Forest Lake Village take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 took a median 10 days on market (4 sales, Georgia MLS).
Is Forest Lake Village a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of September 20, 2026, Forest Lake Village leans toward buyers: 15.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Georgia MLS live counts).
Who is the best real estate agent for Forest Lake Village?
The best agent for Forest Lake Village is one who actively works Eatonton 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 Forest Lake Village.
How do I find a top Eatonton real estate agent who knows Forest Lake Village?
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 Forest Lake Village and the wider Eatonton area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Forest Lake Village?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Forest Lake Village purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Forest Lake Village, and what county is it in?
Forest Lake Village is in Eatonton, Putnam County, GA, ZIP 31024.
How far is Forest Lake Village from downtown Jacksonville and the beach?
About 222 miles from downtown Jacksonville and about 204 miles from the Atlantic beach at Fernandina Beach, both straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Ready to move quickly once a listing hits, given the 10-day median paceExcellent fit
Comfortable evaluating value primarily through condition and finish rather than a broad price rangeExcellent fit
Looking in Putnam County without a specific requirement for on-site community amenitiesExcellent fit
Needing confirmed clubhouse, pool, or recreational amenities as part of the purchase decisionProbably not
Wanting a deep set of recent comparable sales before setting or accepting a priceProbably not
Preferring a slower-paced search with extended time to weigh multiple active listingsProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsGeorgia MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 22, 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 2024 (12 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 Forest Lake Village? 4 recorded closings; median 9 days on market (window ending 2026-09-20). See the Putnam 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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