DeKalb County investing $8M into housing project for families

DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson is announcing the launch of a housing project for families currently living in extended-stay motels.

Big decline for Atlanta home prices, according to Redfin's latest report

A new report from Redfin shows that home prices in metro Atlanta have dropped 3.2% year over year — the fourth-largest decline among major U.S. metros.

City of Atlanta clearing Old Wheat Street encampment where man was killed

The City of Atlanta has started clearing homeless encampment near the King Center more than half a year after a man was killed during an attempt to clear out the area.

Georgia landlord-tenant law: What’s new for 2025?

Landlords and tenants in Georgia may not always be best friends, but both sides have to play by the rules. And the rules have changed in 2025.

Cities with the most pet-friendly landlords

Your chances of finding a pet-friendly rental are higher in some cities than others. Here's the list.

Here's how much you need to earn to buy a home in 2025, report shows

A recent housing report reveals that prospective homebuyers are facing obstacles to affording a home based on rising costs, which is a contributing factor to lower homeownership rates.

Cooling centers opening in DeKalb County amid heat wave

The center will offer free meals, support services, and essential supplies, with transportation provided from Decatur and Chamblee libraries.

Groundbreaking for Phase 2 of affordable housing in Decatur

The housing development represents Decatur’s first ground-up residential community for local families in decades.

Atlanta plans to rehouse 400 people ahead of World Cup

City leaders call the plan "Downtown Rising." The goal is to use $212 million to rehouse 400 people by the end of the year.

More affordable housing comes to Virginia Highland in NE Atlanta

Cypress 595 creates new affordable housing in the Virginia Highland, with rent based on income. The complex is located at 595 Boulevard NE, that’s just south of Highway 78 in the Virginia Highlands neighborhood.

Fight over lumber tariffs could reshape future of US home building

Lumber prices are down but new home costs are up, which has sparked a debate over what is driving the housing market slowdown.