The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 31909 sells for about $249,900, or $136 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.7% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 55 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,316 a month.
ZIP 31909 — Columbus
The 31909 housing market is currently balanced, characterized by steady demand and a moderate increase in inventory. While home prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, the market is cooling slightly as homes take longer to sell compared to previous years. Buyers are finding more options, though affordability remains a key factor in this stable suburban market.
This ZIP is well-suited for military families, commuters working in Columbus or at Fort Moore, and first-time homebuyers seeking a balance of affordability and suburban amenities. It offers a stable environment with access to essential services and regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 4.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 55 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
38% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.3% · poverty 12.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 31909, Muscogee County GA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the 31909 area are generally consistent with the broader Columbus metropolitan trends, with localized variations in property crime. Regional comparisons indicate it remains a moderate-risk area typical of mid-sized Southern cities.
Schools serving the 31909 ZIP code are part of the Muscogee County School District, which maintains a mix of performance ratings across its elementary, middle, and high school campuses.
The area is subject to standard regional climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds. Flood risk is generally low to moderate depending on proximity to local creek basins.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) and a diverse mix of manufacturing and healthcare employers in the Columbus metro area. Infrastructure development remains focused on maintaining connectivity to the I-185 corridor.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Georgia) — Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction in the assessed value of the property; the state standard exemption is $2,000, which is subtracted from the assessed value before the millage rate is applied. State (Georgia) — Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment: Taxable tangible property is assessed at 40 percent of its fair market value. The formula for tax due is: ((Fair Market Value * 0.40) - Exemptions) * Millage Rate.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with convenient access to I-185 and US-27 providing direct routes to downtown Columbus and the Fort Moore installation.
The area features access to local community parks and is within a short drive of the Chattahoochee Riverwalk and various golf courses. Shopping and dining options are concentrated along the major arterial roads within the ZIP.
The rental market in 31909 shows steady demand with a median rent of $1,400, reflecting a balanced environment for both landlords and tenants. Vacancy pressure remains low, supported by the consistent influx of military and civilian personnel.
The economy is anchored by Fort Moore, the healthcare sector, and regional manufacturing. Columbus serves as a commercial hub for the Chattahoochee Valley region.
The area is served by a network of arterial roads connecting to I-185, facilitating regional transit. Public transit options are limited compared to the urban core.
Development is focused on infill residential projects and commercial expansion along the major retail corridors.
The Muscogee County Tax Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing annual assessments to determine tax liability based on market data.
Parcels are subject to Muscogee County government and school district taxes, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail risk, with standard market availability.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.12.3 mi
- Hollywood Connection Family Fun Center3.92.3 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.42.1 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese3.94 mi
- Launch Family Entertainment Columbus4.71.8 mi
- The National Infantry Museum4.910.3 mi
- Columbus Civic Center4.46.9 mi
- Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center4.66.4 mi
- Stars and Strikes4.41.7 mi
- The Columbus Museum4.65.5 mi
- The National Infantry Museum4.910.3 mi
- Flat Rock Park4.62.8 mi
- AMC Columbus Park 154.11.1 mi
- Stars and Strikes4.41.7 mi
- AMC Ritz 134.32.3 mi
- The National Infantry Museum4.910.3 mi
- Coca-Cola Space Science Center4.56.6 mi
- The Columbus Museum4.65.5 mi
- National Civil War Naval Museum4.76.9 mi
- Columbus Botanical Garden4.50.5 mi
- Flat Rock Park4.62.8 mi
- Cooper Creek Park4.41.9 mi
- Lakebottom Park4.64.7 mi
- Columbus Botanical Garden4.50.5 mi
- Woodruff Riverfront Park4.76.3 mi
- Uchee Creek Army Campground4.616.1 mi
- Lake Oliver Marina4.53.8 mi
- Bull Creek Golf Course4.35.2 mi
- Maple Ridge Golf Club4.41.9 mi
- Lakewood Golf Course3.86.5 mi
- Oxbow Creek Golf Course4.29.9 mi
- Fort Benning Golf Course412.4 mi
- Peachtree Mall4.12.1 mi
- Fort Benning AAFES4.511.1 mi
- Publix Super Market at Cross Country Plaza4.63.9 mi
- Publix Super Market at Bradley Park Square4.62.2 mi
- Publix Super Market at Midland Commons4.73.3 mi
- Columbus Airport3.91.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large community park with trails and picnic areas.
Features tennis courts, walking trails, and a lake.
Major retail and dining hub serving the northern Columbus area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.