Historic, festive, welcoming.
A south Fulton railroad town about 20 miles southwest of Downtown Atlanta, with a historic downtown, the Georgia Renaissance Festival, newer neighborhoods and quick access to I-85 and the airport.
- $357K
- Median sale price, Fairburn area (past 12 months)
- 1854
- Year Fairburn’s town charter was enacted
- 476
- Homes sold in the past 12 months
- ~20 mi
- Southwest of Downtown Atlanta
Last updated: November 2026 · Market data from FMLS, Fairburn area, Nov 2025–Oct 2026
Is Fairburn right for you?
Fairburn tends to fit buyers who want newer homes and more space for the money, a small-town downtown, and easy access to I-85, the airport and South Fulton job centers.
A real historic downtown
About 20 historic commercial buildings and two 1917 depots, now restaurants, along West Broad Street.
Room to grow
Established neighborhoods plus newer subdivisions with larger homes.
Festival town
Home to the Georgia Renaissance Festival, drawing around a quarter million visitors a year.
Where is Fairburn?
Fairburn sits in south Fulton County about 20 miles southwest of Downtown Atlanta, along I-85 and GA-74. Union City is next door, with Palmetto to the southwest and Tyrone and Peachtree City to the south.
Getting around
- I-85 and GA-74 (Senoia Road) are the main routes.
- Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is about 20 minutes away, depending on traffic.
- Union City, Palmetto and Peachtree City are each a short drive.
See Fairburn for yourself
Shannon shows you around Fairburn: the historic downtown, established neighborhoods and newer homes, parks and green space.
Local favorites
- Georgia Renaissance Festival, a spring tradition with jousting, food and crafts
- Downtown Fairburn, the historic district on West Broad Street
- The 1917 depots, historic train depots now serving as restaurants
- Old Campbell County Courthouse, home of the Campbell County Historical Society
- Fairburn Farmers Market, in the downtown courtyard
Fairburn market update: November 2026
In the Fairburn area over the past 12 months (Nov 2025–Oct 2026), 476 homes sold at a median of $357,248, with a median of 30 days on the market. Homes sold at about 100% of list price, and there were 189 homes for sale in October.
- $357,248
- Median sale price
- 30
- Median days on market
- 189
- Active listings
Source: FMLS InfoSparks, Fairburn (city area), all residential, Nov 2025–Oct 2026. The Fairburn area includes homes with a Fairburn address outside city limits, so a close, not exact, picture. Updated monthly.
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Homes in Fairburn
Fairburn grew around its railroad depot after its 1854 town charter and served as the Campbell County seat until 1932, when the county merged into Fulton. Today you’ll find older homes near downtown, established neighborhoods with mature trees, and many newer subdivisions with larger two-story homes. The median sale price in the Fairburn area was $357,248 over the past 12 months, according to FMLS.
Thinking about buying here? Read my step-by-step guide to buying a home in Fairburn.
Three things buyers should know
- Confirm the city limits. A Fairburn address isn’t always inside the City of Fairburn, which affects taxes and services.
- Compare HOAs. Newer subdivisions often have HOA fees and amenities; ask for documents early.
- Check the commute. Test I-85 at rush hour if you’ll drive into Atlanta.
Tips for buyers in Fairburn
- Get pre-approved before you tour so you can move quickly.
- Compare established neighborhoods with newer subdivisions.
- Ask about HOA fees, amenities and rental rules.
- Look up school assignments for any address you’re considering.
- Budget for an inspection; ask about builder warranties on newer homes.
Want the full Fairburn picture?
Ask Shannon for a custom Fairburn market report with recent sales, schools and what your budget buys.
Shannon Williams, PhD
About 20 years in education before real estate, and I still work like a teacher: one clear step at a time, no question too basic. Nearly 300 Atlanta families helped. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up, selling, relocating to Atlanta, or looking for an agent who welcomes LGBTQ+ clients, I’ll walk you through every step.