MARKET MEMO – SAVANNAH AT MIDYEAR: A CLEARER PICTURE

Beyond The Front Door | June 2026

Every January, I share what I think the year ahead looks like. By June, reality tends to matter more than what anyone predicted.

Savannah has found its footing in 2026, but it’s asking more of both buyers and sellers than it has in several years. Inventory is up, days on market have stretched, and pricing has leveled off. This is a more deliberate market – and buyers know it.

That said, not every part of Savannah is behaving the same way. The Historic District and our most walkable neighborhoods continue to hold their ground. Well-located homes with real character are still moving. The ones sitting are the ones that are not ready-overpriced, underprepared, or both.

• Forsyth Park District: Homes near Forsyth continue to command a premium. Walkability, green space, and daily livability still drive decisions. When something well-priced comes to market here, it rarely lingers.

• Ardsley Park: Ardsley Park remains one of the most stable areas in the city. Early 20th-century homes, real lots, and a central location keep demand consistent – even as the broader market has slowed.

• Thomas Square / Starland District: This area continues to draw buyers looking for something more eclectic and walkable. Restaurants, coffee, and housing with personality create a kind of loyalty that supports long-term value.

• The Landings at Skidaway Island: The Landings operates on its own timeline. It attracts buyers focused on privacy, amenities, and ease of living. Demand here has remained steady, with more deliberate buyers and less sensitivity to short-term market shifts. It doesn’t move as quickly – but it tends to hold its value well.

For Sellers

Pricing and presentation matter more now than they have in years. The market will not do the work for you the way it did in 2021.

Homes that are thoughtfully priced and well prepared still find their buyer. The gap between prepared and unprepared listings has widened – and it shows.

For Buyers

This is a more balanced moment to buy. There is more inventory, more time to think, and more room to negotiate than there was just a few years ago.

That said, the best homes still don’t wait. Waiting for a perfect moment – or a dramatic price correction – is not a strategy I would rely on.

Savannah rewards decisiveness – but it rarely rewards waiting for perfect conditions.

The Bottom Line

Savannah heads into the second half of 2026 in solid shape. The market has normalized, not collapsed.

The homes that have always mattered most here – those with location, character, and a sense of place – continue to lead.

The second half of 2026 will reward people who know what they want and move thoughtfully – whether buying or selling.

If you are trying to figure out where you stand, I am happy to talk it through.