Governors Ridge
Homes for Sale in Temple, GA
All 64 homes for sale in Temple, GA · median $312,450 · 76 homes for sale in 30179
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As of November 2026, Governors Ridge in Temple, GA has 4 homes for sale, asking from $185,000 to $299,000 (median $262,500). Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 3 recorded sales closed at a median of $260,000, $164 per square foot, a median 17 days on market, sellers accepting 94% of original asking. Homes listed or recently sold were built 1985–2005; 3 listings state no HOA; none of the 10 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 1029 ft). At the median price and Carroll County's 2025 rate of 22.37 mills, annual property tax runs about $2,330.
Last 30 days in Governors Ridge: 3 new listings (median asking $275,000). As of November 5, 2026, Listing data © 2026 Georgia MLS (GAMLS). Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.
Homes For Sale Right Now in Governors Ridge
Live MLS inventory for Governors Ridge. 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.
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Active · 30 daysActive and pending Governors Ridge listings as of 2026-11-05, priced high to low. Listing data © 2026 Georgia MLS (GAMLS). Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. 
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Governors Ridge is pricing on the strength of the home itself, not on a shared amenity package or a marketing story. With a median price of $260,000 and a median price per square foot of $164.09, the numbers point to a market where condition, layout, and lot do the heavy lifting rather than clubhouse or pool access.
A median of 17 days on market says well-prepared, correctly priced listings are moving without much friction. The current snapshot reflects a small sample of recent closings, so sellers should lean on a tight comparable set and current showing feedback rather than assuming last quarter's pace repeats exactly. For buyers, that same thin data set is a reason to move decisively on a home that's priced and staged right, rather than waiting to see if a wider trend confirms itself.
Figures in this note are as of September 1, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Governors Ridge right now
🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 7.2 months of supply and 25% 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 (4 active and pending listings, 3 closed sales in 12 months).
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· Updated November 6, 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
Governors Ridge market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $260K ($164 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 17 days on market for closed sales, and 7.2 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market.
In ZIP 30179 (Temple), 127 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $266K ($166/sq ft), down 0.1% year over year, with a median 43 days on market. Right now 23 active and 3 pending listings put supply at about 2.2 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 30179 housing market.
Georgia MLS sales records identify 5 homes in Governors Ridge that have changed hands since 2024, built between 2005 and 2005 (median 2005), with a median living area of about 1,490 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-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.
Governors Ridge sits in Temple, in Carroll County, with pricing built around individual home value rather than a shared amenity roster — no community amenities are currently identified in MLS listings here, so the appeal rests on the houses themselves and their setting.
The setting & the homes.
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Who Governors Ridge is best for.
Best for
- Buying a home where value is set by condition and finish level rather than a community amenity roster.
- Moving quickly and decisively when a listing is priced correctly, given how fast well-positioned homes have moved.
- Comparing homes primarily on price per square foot rather than on shared community features.
Probably not for
- Prioritizing an established clubhouse, pool, or organized amenity program as part of the purchase decision.
- Needing a large set of recent comparable closings to feel confident in a pricing strategy.
- Expecting a uniform price-per-square-foot range across the community rather than one driven by individual home condition.
Governors Ridge on the map.
Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers and tap a home for the details.
Listing locations from Georgia MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Schools
- Carroll County School System
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Auburn · Elementary
- Westside · Middle
- Apalachee · High
District figures are official Georgia (GOSA) 2024-25 data. Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Governors Ridge listings and can change; always confirm with the Carroll County School System for a specific address.
Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Governors Ridge address.
Shop the zone: Homes zoned for Baldwin Elementary School · Homes zoned for Summerour Middle School · Homes zoned for Westside Middle School · Homes zoned for Apalachee High School · Homes zoned for Temple High School · Homes zoned for Norcross High School
The Governors Ridge buying strategy.
If we were buying in Governors Ridge today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
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.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
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.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
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 Governors Ridge.
What's actually driving value here
At a median of $164.09 per square foot, Governors Ridge sits in territory where the spread between an updated home and one needing work can move the price meaningfully in either direction. Buyers comparing listings here should expect that per-square-foot figure to swing based on finish level and recent updates more than on lot position or street.
The 17-day median days-on-market suggests listings that are priced to current condition and staged for the buyer pool are clearing quickly. That's a market where overpricing carries a real cost — a home that lingers past that window is signaling to buyers that something (price, condition, or presentation) needs a second look.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Governors Ridge. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a market this data-thin, the read on a listing depends on pulling the right comparables and understanding which recent closings actually reflect current conditions versus which are outliers. We track Governors Ridge inside the broader Temple and Carroll County market so pricing and timing decisions are grounded in what's actually closing, not a stale average.
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Recently off market in Governors Ridge
Homes in Governors Ridge 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. 3 on record.
- 146 Johns Bluffs · off market
- 5584 Executive Way · off market
- 5633 Executive Way · off market
| Location | Temple, Carroll County, GA · ZIP 30179 |
|---|---|
| Home types (current listings and sales) | single-family 80%, townhouses 20% |
| Amenities listed by sellers | None, Walk To Schools, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Near Public Transport, Open Access |
| Sale prices, last 12 months | $260,000 median across 3 closed sales · $164 per sq ft |
| Days on market (closed sales) | 17 median |
| For sale right now | 3 active, 1 pending · median asking $225,000 · 7.2 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, “Governors Ridge key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/governors-ridge, data as of September 20, 2026.
Just listed in Governors Ridge
The newest homes for sale in Governors Ridge right now, newest first. Each link opens the full listing with every photo, the price history and a tour request.
- 161 Johns Bluff $299,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,200 sq ft · new today Courtesy of Redfin Corporation
- 1803 Independence Drive $275,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,206 sq ft · listed Nov 4, 2026 Courtesy of eXp Realty
- 5607 Executive Way #WAY $185,000 · 2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,280 sq ft · listed Oct 7, 2026 Courtesy of Virtual Properties Realty.com
- 112 Governor Lane $250,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,570 sq ft · listed Sep 6, 2026 Courtesy of Atlanta Communities
Checked against the MLS nightly. All new listings in this market.
Every Home for Sale in Governors Ridge Right Now (4)
All 4 active and pending Governors Ridge listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.
- 1803 Independence Drive · $275,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Nov 2, 2026 · listed by eXp Realty
- 161 Johns Bluff · $299,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Oct 31, 2026 · listed by Redfin Corporation
- 112 Governor Lane · $250,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Aug 31, 2026 · listed by Atlanta Communities
- 5607 Executive Way #Way · $185,000 · 2 bd / 2.5 ba · listed Aug 27, 2026 · listed by Virtual Properties Realty.com
Recently sold in Governors Ridge
- 146 Johns Bluffs · sold $330,000
- 5584 Executive Way · sold $215,000
Closed sales from the MLS; each page shows the sold price, taxes and value history.
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Governors Ridge Market Scorecard
Governors Ridge is currently a buyer's market. About 8.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $262,500, and homes go under contract in about 30 days.
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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.
Recent Developments in Governors Ridge
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Governors Ridge, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Civic
Cobb commissioners allow accessory dwelling units and adopt data center standards
The Cobb Board of Commissioners voted 3-2 to allow accessory dwelling units by special land use permit, capped at 850 square feet and half the main home's floor area. The board also adopted a data center definition with 300-foot setbacks from residential, church and school property lines and noise limits of 65 decibels by day and 55 at night. The action follows a six-month data center moratorium that was extended in August.
What it may mean for the marketBackyard units add a new, case-by-case path for small rental or multigenerational-use housing in Cobb, while the setback and noise rules shape where large data center campuses can locate relative to existing neighborhoods. The site is about 7 miles northeast of Governors Ridge.
Source: Marietta Daily Journal - October 2026Civic
Cobb sets 50 units per acre cap and bedroom-based counting for student housing
Cobb commissioners voted 3-2 to count density at student housing developments by bedroom, with two bedrooms equal to one dwelling unit, and to cap it at 50 units per acre, or about 100 bedrooms per acre. Such projects still need a special land use permit and a public hearing. Earlier drafts proposed 60 units per acre, and two commissioners sought 30.
What it may mean for the marketA defined density ceiling gives developers of purpose-built student housing near Cobb campuses a clearer standard and affects how much of this housing type can be added per site. The site is about 7 miles northeast of Governors Ridge.
Source: Marietta Daily Journal - August 2026Infrastructure
Cobb commissioners approve CobbLinc Go microtransit expansion to Acworth and Kennesaw
Cobb County commissioners voted 3-2 to expand the on-demand CobbLinc Go pilot, which has run for two years in south Cobb, to Acworth and Kennesaw. The county DOT expects about 90 percent of funding to come from a trust and grants, and service is planned for October.
What it may mean for the marketOn-demand rides in northwest Cobb would add a low-cost transit option for trips to jobs, shopping and rail or bus connections for residents without a car. The site is about 8 miles north of Governors Ridge.
Source: Atlanta News First
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Georgia MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 5, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Georgia MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20, 2026 |
| Under-contract shares | Georgia MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2024 (4 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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