The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 30082 sells for about $475,000, or $223 per square foot.
Prices are up +9.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 30 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,747 a month.
ZIP 30082 — Smyrna
The 30082 housing market remains competitive with steady price appreciation and low inventory levels. While the median price has risen, the area continues to attract buyers due to its strong school district and proximity to major employment hubs. Market conditions are stable, though buyers are increasingly sensitive to interest rate fluctuations.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers and professionals working in the Atlanta/Cobb County corridor who seek a balance of suburban amenities, access to major highways, and a strong school district.
Median prices moved up 9.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 30 days on market with 3.9 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
35% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.1% · poverty 8.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 30082, Cobb County GA
Crime trends in the Smyrna area are generally stable, with the ZIP code experiencing lower rates of violent crime compared to the broader Atlanta metropolitan average.
Schools serving the 30082 area are part of the Cobb County School District, which is generally well-regarded for its academic performance and extracurricular offerings.
The area faces standard regional risks including occasional severe thunderstorms and high winds; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near creeks.
The area benefits from proximity to major employment hubs in Smyrna and the Cumberland/Galleria district, with ongoing mixed-use development and infrastructure improvements supporting steady economic momentum.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Georgia) — Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction in the assessed value of the property; the state standard exemption is $2,000, which is subtracted from the assessed value before the millage rate is applied. State (Georgia) — Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment: Taxable tangible property is assessed at 40 percent of its fair market value. The formula for tax due is: ((Fair Market Value * 0.40) - Exemptions) * Millage Rate.
Residents typically commute via I-285 and I-75, providing direct access to the Atlanta employment core, though traffic congestion during peak hours is a common factor.
The area features access to the Silver Comet Trail, various community parks, and proximity to the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, alongside retail centers like Smyrna Market Village.
The rental market is characterized by moderate vacancy pressure and consistent demand, with rents trending upward due to the area's desirability for commuters.
The local economy is anchored by proximity to the Cumberland/Galleria business district, with major sectors including professional services, healthcare, and retail.
The area is served by a network of major highways including I-285 and I-75, with limited public transit options primarily consisting of bus routes.
Development is focused on densification near existing commercial corridors and the revitalization of older residential neighborhoods.
The Cobb County Tax Assessor manages property valuations, typically conducting annual reviews to align assessments with market trends.
Parcels are subject to Cobb County School District taxes and standard municipal service districts.
Property insurance premiums are consistent with the broader Atlanta metro area, reflecting regional weather-related risk profiles.
The state continues to see positive net domestic migration, driven by corporate relocations and a relatively lower cost of living compared to coastal markets.
Georgia is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaults.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement detailing known material defects.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A major regional paved trail for cycling and walking.
Central hub for local dining and community events.
Extensive riverfront park system for outdoor recreation.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).