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Henry County: McDonough & Stockbridge

South Atlanta growth corridor with balanced flipper and landlord opportunities.

$335K
Median Price
7.4%
Avg Cap Rate
$1,950
Avg Rent 3BR
70%
Rec MAO %

Why Henry County?

South of Atlanta on I-75, Henry is one of Georgia's fastest-growing counties. It offers a balanced market with both appreciation potential and solid rental returns. Good middle ground between price and cash flow.

Key Cities & ZIPs

McDonough (30252, 30253)

HYBRID

County seat, historic downtown, mix of old and new construction.

Median

$340K

Rent 3BR

$1,950

Target ARV

$300-400K

Stockbridge (30281)

LANDLORD

Closer to Atlanta, more affordable, strong rental demand.

Median

$295K

Cap Rate

7.8%

Target ARV

$260-340K

Hampton/Locust Grove (30228)

GROWTH

Southern Henry, new construction boom, appreciation play.

Median

$365K

$/Sqft

$165

Target ARV

$325-425K

Key Takeaway

Henry County = growth play with cash flow backup. Use 70% MAO for flippers, 72% for landlords. Target $300-400K ARV in McDonough for flippers, $260-340K in Stockbridge for landlords.