Cities with the most expensive homes in the Rome metro area

Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers.

High mortgage rates are also making monthly payments more expensive; as of June 11, the

[ 30-year fixed mortgage rate ]

sits at 6.52%.

Although home prices have inflated all across the U.S., there are some cities that command a higher price tag than others. Location, size, age, and condition are all contributing factors to home value.

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the Rome metro area using data from Zillow. Charts show the monthly typical home value since January 2018. All 5 cities and towns with data available were included in the list.

#5. Lindale, GA

- Typical home value: $196,011
- 1-year price change: +0.6%
- 5-year price change: +31.4%

#4. Rome, GA

- Typical home value: $233,418
- 1-year price change: +1.7%
- 5-year price change: +34.1%

#3. Silver Creek, GA

- Typical home value: $245,146
- 1-year price change: +1.0%
- 5-year price change: +35.3%

#2. Cave Spring, GA

- Typical home value: $254,068
- 1-year price change: +5.0%
- 5-year price change: +28.7%

#1. Armuchee, GA

- Typical home value: $274,793
- 1-year price change: +5.3%
- 5-year price change: +31.8%