Small-town quiet, room to breathe.
A small, laid-back city southwest of Atlanta off I-85, with a historic train depot, larger lots, parks and Serenbe and Cochran Mill Park a short drive away.
- $280K
- Median sale price, Palmetto (past 12 months)
- 80
- Homes sold in the past 12 months
- I-85
- Quick route to the airport and Atlanta
- 34
- Median days on market
Last updated: November 2026 · Market data from FMLS, Palmetto (city area), Nov 2025–Oct 2026
Is Palmetto right for you?
Palmetto tends to fit buyers who want a quieter small-town pace, more space for the money and easy I-85 access to the airport and Atlanta.
More space for the money
Single-family homes, many on larger lots, at a median around $280,000.
Small-town feel
A historic depot, owner-run restaurants and quiet residential streets.
Outdoors nearby
Cochran Mill Park and Serenbe are a short drive away.
Where is Palmetto?
Palmetto sits southwest of Atlanta along I-85 in south Fulton County, with part of the city extending into Coweta County. Union City and Fairburn are to the north, and Chattahoochee Hills and Serenbe are to the west.
Getting around
- I-85 is the main route to Hartsfield-Jackson Airport and Atlanta.
- Fairburn, Union City and South Fulton are a short drive north.
- Newnan is a short drive south down I-85.
See Palmetto for yourself
Shannon shows you around Palmetto: quiet streets, a small downtown, classic Southern homes and newer construction southwest of Atlanta.
Local favorites
- Palmetto Train Depot, the historic depot, now a museum
- Cochran Mill Park and Nature Center, trails, waterfalls and wildlife nearby
- Serenbe, the farm-to-table community in nearby Chattahoochee Hills
- Owner-run restaurants, local spots in and around downtown
Palmetto market update: November 2026
In the Palmetto area over the past 12 months (Nov 2025–Oct 2026), 80 homes sold at a median of $279,900, with a median of 34 days on the market. Homes sold at about 100% of list price, and there were 32 homes for sale in October.
- $279,900
- Median sale price
- 34
- Median days on market
- 32
- Active listings
Source: FMLS InfoSparks, Palmetto (city area), all residential, Nov 2025–Oct 2026. The Palmetto area may include homes with a Palmetto address outside city limits, so a close, not exact, picture. Updated monthly.
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Homes in Palmetto
Palmetto has classic Southern homes, traditional single-family neighborhoods, many on larger lots, and newer construction. The median sale price in the Palmetto area was $279,900 over the past 12 months, according to FMLS.
Thinking about buying here? Read my step-by-step guide to buying a home in Palmetto.
Three things buyers should know
- Confirm the county and city. Palmetto spans Fulton and Coweta counties, and some addresses sit outside city limits, which affects taxes and services.
- Check the commute. Test your drive on I-85 at rush hour.
- Look at lot and land details. For larger lots, check septic or sewer, easements and flood zones.
Tips for buyers in Palmetto
- Get pre-approved before you tour.
- Compare older homes and new construction; HOA rules vary.
- Look up school assignments for any address you’re considering.
- Ask whether a home is on septic or sewer.
- Budget for an inspection on any home.
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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.