Homeownership is a significant investment, with the typical U.S. home value at $357,377 in February 2025, a 2.1% increase from the previous year. Georgia's most expensive cities for homes include Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta and Athens-Clarke County, with typical values reaching up to $4,479,767 in Brunswick. Home prices have generally risen, with notable increases over the past five years, highlighting the importance of location, size, age, and condition in determining home values.