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Buford, GA homes for sale & real estate.

Browse homes for sale in Buford, Georgia. Buford, A fast-growing city in northeastern Gwinnett County straddling the Gwinnett and Hall county line near the south shore of Lake Lanier, home to the Mall of Georgia, a walkable historic downtown, its own independent Buford City Schools, and wide bands of new-construction neighborhoods along Interstate 85 and Interstate 985 pairs the Mall of Georgia, a walkable historic downtown, its own independent Buford City Schools, wide new-construction growth, and Lake Lanier just to the north with an appealing Gwinnett County lifestyle. Its housing spans newer single-family homes in master-planned subdivisions, townhomes, historic and cottage homes near Main Street, and larger and near-lake homes toward Lake Lanier, served inside the city by the independent Buford City Schools and within reach of the Mall of Georgia, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, and Georgia Gwinnett College.

Buford is framed by Interstate 85, Interstate 985, GA-20 (Buford Drive), and Buford Highway, with GA-316 (University Parkway) reaching Lawrenceville to the south, with strong regional access. Buford relies on Interstate 85, Interstate 985, and GA-20 for the Atlanta commute, with Ride Gwinnett and express connections toward the city, and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about 55 to 70 minutes southwest, while Northeast Georgia Medical Center in nearby Gainesville anchors healthcare to the north. Prices reflect the town's appeal: townhomes and smaller homes start in the $300s to $400s, most single-family homes run in the $450s to $650s, and larger new-construction and near-lake homes toward Lake Lanier climb past $800,000.

$550KMedian sale price
$202Median $ / sq ft
50Average DOM
597Homes for sale

Updated Spring 2026

Search Buford listings, updated in real time.

Explore the latest homes for sale in Buford, GA, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the walkable historic downtown along Main Street, the new-construction subdivisions spreading along Interstate 85 and Interstate 985, the shopping district around the Mall of Georgia, and the lake-oriented neighborhoods near the south shore of Lake Lanier.

Buford is served by the Buford City Schools, with Northside Hospital Gwinnett in Lawrenceville and Northeast Georgia Medical Center in nearby Gainesville and quick regional access. Because well-located Buford homes draw steady interest, call 888-327-6555 for a same-week showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.

Inventory in Buford spans a real range, from newer single-family homes in master-planned and production subdivisions, townhomes, historic and cottage homes near downtown, and larger and near-lake homes toward Lake Lanier. Knowing which neighborhood and price tier fit your commute and budget before you tour will save time in a market where the best homes move quickly.

02Explore Communities & Market

Explore Buford and nearby Gwinnett communities.

Buford offers a distinct place within Gwinnett County, and where you buy within it shapes your daily life, commute, and taxes. Families gravitate to the independent Buford City Schools inside the city limits and to the new-construction subdivisions along Interstate 85 and Interstate 985, move-up buyers choose the newer homes with space, and lake lovers look to the neighborhoods reaching toward the south shore of Lake Lanier, all within reach of the Mall of Georgia and Northside Hospital Gwinnett. Compare Buford with its Gwinnett County neighbors below before you choose.

Buford's character blends a historic railroad town with fast-growing new suburbia. Its walkable Main Street, the Museum of Buford, and a legacy as a leather and tannery town give the downtown genuine history, while the Mall of Georgia, wide bands of new-construction neighborhoods, and its own independent Buford City Schools have made it one of the most in-demand growth spots at the top of Gwinnett, all near the south shore of Lake Lanier.

Compared with its neighbors, Buford pairs newer inventory and an independent, highly regarded school district with lake access and major shopping, at prices that reflect strong demand. Buyers cross-shop Buford against Suwanee for master-planned living, against Sugar Hill for its downtown and value, and against Flowery Branch and Hall County for lakefront, but the Mall of Georgia, the independent Buford City Schools, the historic downtown, and Lake Lanier are the draws that set it apart.

Buyers should note that Buford straddles the Gwinnett and Hall county line and contains both the independent Buford City Schools district inside the city limits and Gwinnett County Public Schools zones just outside, so confirming the exact school district, county, and city-limit status of an address is essential before buying in Buford.

Because Buford is growing quickly with extensive new construction, buyers should compare production-builder subdivisions against established and historic neighborhoods near Main Street, weigh commute times down Interstate 85, and consider proximity to the Mall of Georgia and Lake Lanier, all of which shape value across the city's very different settings.

Life, commute, and work-life balance in Buford.

Buford draws families, move-up buyers, and lake lovers who want newer homes, strong schools, and shopping with lake access near the top of Gwinnett. A resident inside the city can send children through the independent Buford City Schools, shop and dine at the Mall of Georgia and along Main Street, boat and fish on Lake Lanier, and reach the Interstate 85 and Interstate 985 corridors, with Northside Hospital Gwinnett in Lawrenceville and Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville anchoring healthcare.

The work-life balance in Buford leans on its schools, its shopping, and its lake. The independent Buford City Schools and Buford High School are a major draw, the Mall of Georgia and Main Street cover shopping and dining, and Lake Lanier puts boating, fishing, and lakeside recreation minutes to the north, with Little Mulberry Park and the Gwinnett County park system nearby. For buyers who want newer homes, top schools, and lake access in one place, Buford delivers.

The trade-offs are commute and growth: Buford sits at Gwinnett's northeastern edge, so the drive to Atlanta down Interstate 85 is longer than from central Gwinnett, and rapid new construction means traffic and school-zone changes to watch, while like all of Gwinnett the area has no MARTA rail. Buyers who prioritize newer homes, the independent Buford City Schools, and lake access accept the longer commute, and the schools, the mall, and Lake Lanier keep Buford in strong demand.

A defining feature of Buford is its independent Buford City Schools district, a rarity in metro Atlanta: students inside the city limits attend a small, highly regarded system anchored by Buford High School, a major reason families compete for homes within the Buford city boundary. The Mall of Georgia, one of the largest shopping centers in the state, anchors Buford's commercial life at Interstate 85 and Buford Drive, drawing shoppers, diners, and jobs from across the region and giving the city a retail gravity that few Gwinnett towns can match.

Lake Sidney Lanier, the large federal reservoir on Gwinnett's northern edge just above Buford, adds boating, fishing, marinas, and lakeside living to the city's appeal, and the nearby historic downtown and Museum of Buford preserve the community's railroad and tannery heritage.

Over the long term, Buford's combination of an independent school district, the Mall of Georgia, wide new-construction growth, lake access, and Interstate 85 and Interstate 985 connectivity gives it durable demand, and buyers who choose well, whether inside the city core or in a newer subdivision, benefit from some of northern Gwinnett's strongest interest.

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Browse Gwinnett County towns & neighborhoods.

Explore our town-by-town guides near Buford and across Gwinnett County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.

Buford open houses.

Browse upcoming open houses in Buford, or register for weekly alerts. Call 888-327-6555 to schedule a private showing any day of the week.

Homes for sale by property type.

Explore every type of home in and around Buford through our Gwinnett County property pages: single-family homes, suburban, intown, and master-planned homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.

Market trends, Early 2026

The Buford market, by the numbers.

The median list price in Buford, GA is currently $550K, about $202 per square foot. Homes here average 50 days on market with roughly 597 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.

Buford's market is among the most active in northern Gwinnett, spanning newer single-family homes in master-planned and production subdivisions, townhomes, historic and cottage homes near Main Street, and larger and near-lake homes toward Lake Lanier, with strong demand from families drawn to the independent Buford City Schools, the Mall of Georgia, and the Interstate 85 and Interstate 985 corridors.

$550KMedian sale price
$202Median $ / sq ft
50Average DOM
597Homes for sale

Updated Spring 2026

Within Buford, larger new-construction and near-lake homes toward Lake Lanier command the highest prices, climbing past $800,000, while townhomes and smaller homes offer the more attainable entry points into this growing city. Because Buford spans an independent-school city core and surrounding Gwinnett County Public Schools areas, confirming which school district and county side a specific address falls in matters as much as the citywide median. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.

Why buy a home in Buford.

  1. Independent Buford City SchoolsInside the city limits, Buford runs its own highly regarded independent school district anchored by Buford High School, a rare and sought-after feature in metro Atlanta.
  2. Mall of GeorgiaOne of the largest shopping centers in the state anchors Buford at Interstate 85 and Buford Drive, bringing major retail, dining, and jobs to the city.
  3. New-construction growthBuford offers wide bands of newer single-family and master-planned homes along Interstate 85 and Interstate 985, appealing to families and move-up buyers who want space.
  4. Lake Lanier accessThe south shore of Lake Lanier sits just north of Buford, adding boating, fishing, and lakeside living to the city's appeal.
  5. Historic downtownBuford's walkable Main Street and the Museum of Buford preserve the city's railroad and tannery heritage with shops, restaurants, and festivals.

Amenities & community overview.

Beyond the numbers, daily life in Buford centers on the Mall of Georgia, the historic downtown and Main Street, and Lake Lanier just to the north, with the Museum of Buford and Gwinnett County parks close by.

  • Browse all homes for sale in Buford or explore the wider Gwinnett County market.
  • Compare Buford neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
  • Weigh your commute: Interstate 85, Interstate 985, GA-20 (Buford Drive), and Buford Highway, with GA-316 (University Parkway) reaching Lawrenceville to the south, plus buford relies on Interstate 85, Interstate 985, and GA-20 for the Atlanta commute, with Ride Gwinnett and express connections toward the city, and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about 55 to 70 minutes southwest, while Northeast Georgia Medical Center in nearby Gainesville anchors healthcare to the north.
  • Explore the Mall of Georgia, the historic downtown and Main Street, the Museum of Buford, and the south shore of Lake Lanier just to the north, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
  • Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Buford.

Buford's community life runs on its mall, its Main Street, and its lake: shopping and dining at the Mall of Georgia, festivals and restaurants along the historic downtown, boating and fishing on Lake Lanier, and history at the Museum of Buford, with Little Mulberry Park and the Gwinnett County park system nearby. For buyers weighing whether Buford fits their life, a day at the mall, an evening downtown, and an afternoon on Lake Lanier tell the story better than any listing can.

Resources for buyers & sellers.

Local and county government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Buford, GA buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.

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β˜… First-time buyers, Georgia Dream

First-time home buyer programs near Buford.

First-time buyer in Buford or Gwinnett County, GA? The Georgia Dream Homeownership Program from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs helps eligible buyers with affordable financing, down payment and closing-cost assistance, and homebuyer education. Special options are available for military members, public safety professionals, educators, and healthcare workers.

03Connect for Answers

Frequently asked questions.

What is the average home price in Buford, GA?

As of September 2025 the median list price in Buford is about $550K, roughly $202 per square foot, with homes averaging around 50 days on market and about 597 active listings. Prices range from townhomes to near-lake homes past $800,000. Call 888-327-6555 for a neighborhood update.

Is Buford in Gwinnett County?

Mostly, yes. Buford is a city in northeastern Gwinnett County that also straddles the Gwinnett and Hall county line near the south shore of Lake Lanier, in the northeastern Atlanta metro along Interstate 85 and Interstate 985.

Does Buford have its own school district?

Yes. Inside the Buford city limits, students attend the independent Buford City Schools, anchored by Buford High School. Surrounding unincorporated areas are served by Gwinnett County Public Schools, so buyers should confirm which district an address falls in.

Why do buyers move to Buford?

The top draws are the schools, the shopping, the newer homes, and the lake. Buford offers the independent Buford City Schools, the Mall of Georgia, wide new-construction neighborhoods, and access to Lake Lanier near the top of Gwinnett.

How are the schools in Buford, GA?

It depends on the address. Inside the city limits, Buford City Schools is a small, highly regarded independent district anchored by Buford High School; outside the limits, Gwinnett County Public Schools serves the area. Buyers should confirm the exact district and attendance zone.

How is the commute from Buford to Atlanta?

Buford sits at Gwinnett's northeastern edge, so Interstate 85 and Interstate 985 carry commuters southwest toward Atlanta, a longer drive than from central Gwinnett, with Ride Gwinnett connections and Hartsfield-Jackson about 55 to 70 minutes away. Gwinnett has no MARTA rail, so residents drive.

What kinds of homes are for sale in Buford?

A mix: newer single-family homes in master-planned and production subdivisions, townhomes, historic and cottage homes near Main Street, and larger and near-lake homes toward Lake Lanier, spanning attainable to premium tiers.

Is Lake Lanier close to Buford?

Yes. The south shore of Lake Sidney Lanier sits just north of Buford across the Hall County line, putting boating, fishing, marinas, and lakeside recreation minutes from many Buford neighborhoods.

How much are property taxes in Buford, GA?

Property taxes depend on whether an address is in Gwinnett or Hall County and inside or outside the city limits, based on the applicable county millage, the City of Buford rate, and the assessed value, with Georgia homestead exemptions. The Georgia Department of Revenue resource on this page covers filing.

Is the Buford housing market competitive?

Yes. The independent Buford City Schools, the Mall of Georgia, newer inventory, and Lake Lanier access draw strong demand, so well-priced homes, especially inside the city school district, move quickly, and buyers should be pre-approved and ready.

What towns border Buford?

Buford borders Sugar Hill and Suwanee to the west, Lawrenceville and Dacula to the south, and the Hall County line and Lake Lanier to the north, with Flowery Branch beyond, all in northeastern Gwinnett County. Buyers often cross-shop Suwanee and Sugar Hill.

Are there new-construction homes in Buford?

Yes, extensively. Buford has wide bands of new single-family and master-planned neighborhoods along Interstate 85 and Interstate 985, appealing to families and move-up buyers who want newer homes with space and modern layouts.

Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in Buford?

Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers across Buford and Gwinnett County, from new-construction subdivisions to near-lake homes on Lake Lanier, with a listing fee starting at 1%*. Call 888-327-6555 or request a free home value estimate to start.

Why choose Four Point Realty for your search.

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. Four Point Realty is a trusted NJ real estate resource led by Naveen Sharma, offering current listings, strong local market knowledge, and honest insights from the first showing to the closing table. Call 888-327-6555 today.

Naveen Sharma, Broker/Owner, Four Point Realty

Naveen Sharma

Broker / Owner, 20+ years

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Listing fee starting at 1%*. Buyer agent compensation is separate and negotiated per transaction. Naveen Sharma is licensed in NJ & GA. Four Point Realty LLC is licensed in NJ, NY & GA.

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