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Land bank properties in Georgia

1,406 government-owned homes and lots listed by 7 Georgia land banks, from $1 — off-market inventory that never reaches Zillow, updated daily on LandBankSearch.

properties for sale: 1,406
land banks tracked: 7
lowest asking price: $1
vacant lots: 47

Inventory updated October 4, 2026

Georgia land bank markets

Clayton County Land Bank Authority (GA)

637 listings · priced on application

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DeKalb County Surplus (GA)

471 listings from $1

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DeKalb County (Atlanta)

145 listings · priced on application

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Macon-Bibb Land Bank (GA)

61 listings · priced on application

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Chatham County-Savannah Land Bank (GA)

41 listings · priced on application

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Metro Atlanta Land Bank

34 listings · priced on application

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Rome-Floyd Land Bank (GA)

17 listings from $15,000

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View all 1,406 on the map 151 under $10k

By price

Cheap land bank homes and lots in Georgia

Of the 242 priced Georgia land bank listings, here’s how many fall in each budget. Most are vacant lots or homes that need renovation, and prices refresh daily.

Under $1,000: 47
$1,000–$4,999: 98
$5,000–$10,000: 6

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By county

Land for sale by county in Georgia

Clayton County Land Bank Authority (637)DeKalb County (620)Bibb County (62)Fulton County (48)Chatham County (41)Floyd County (17)Henry County (3)

By city

Land bank properties by city in Georgia

Atlanta (192)Decatur (152)Jonesboro (122)Lithonia (113)Morrow (106)Ellenwood (106)Riverdale (103)Stone Mountain (93)Forest Park (71)Rex (71)Macon (62)Scottdale (60)Savannah (41)Clarkston (22)Hampton (21)Conley (20)Rome (15)Tucker (14)Doraville (12)

All 31 Georgia land banks

Counts are live listings we track. Browse the national land bank directory.

How it works

Buying from a Georgia land bank

Land bank purchases are application-based, not offer-based: pick a property from the official list, read that land bank’s program rules (owner-occupant priority, investor policies, renovation requirements), and apply with proof of funds. Title is typically cleared before resale. The process runs weeks to a few months — paperwork, not bidding wars. Our step-by-step buying guide covers every stage.

Every Georgia land bank sets its own eligibility, application, and post-purchase rules. Here are the ones we’ve read from each official program page — always confirm the current terms with the land bank before you apply.

Clayton County Land Bank Authority (GA)

Buyer requirements

Properties appear in the land bank's published inventory; availability and offering process are confirmed by contacting the land bank directly

Who can buy

No published buyer eligibility rules — the land bank reviews each request; contact it for current requirements before applying

What you'll need to apply

Contact the land bank through its official site to ask about a specific property or open enrollment

After you buy

No published post-purchase obligations — terms are set in the sale documents for each property

Summarized from the official program page ↗ · verified August 2026 · always confirm current rules before applying

DeKalb County Surplus (GA)

Buyer requirements

Sealed-bid sale run by the Purchasing & Contracting DepartmentBids opened publicly; the highest qualified bidder is selected and notified

Who can buy

Open to the general public and to realtors acting for buyers
Bidders must register for an OpenGov Procurement account to receive solicitation notices

What you'll need to apply

Sealed bid submitted per the published bid instructions
Bid deposit as specified in those instructions
Winning bidder wires the remaining balance before conveyance

After you buy

Title passes by quitclaim deed with a PT-61 form — the County conveys whatever interest it holds, so verify title independently

Summarized from the official program page ↗ · verified August 2026 · always confirm current rules before applying

DeKalb County (Atlanta)

Buyer requirements

Direct applications on listed properties — no auctionsOffers must meet the land bank's minimum price; the board reviews applications at bi-monthly meetings

Who can buy

Open to individuals, nonprofits, for-profits, and CDCs
Disqualifiers: delinquent taxes, code violations, or nuisance liens
Must demonstrate prior project development or management experience; a background check is possible

What you'll need to apply

Principals' details, legal status, and financial structure
Development experience and community-collaboration history
Proof of no legal or financial impediments

After you buy

Detailed obligations are set in the land bank's adopted policies and the transfer agreement

Summarized from the official program page ↗ · verified July 2026 · always confirm current rules before applying

Macon-Bibb Land Bank (GA)

Buyer requirements

Application and Board-approved project for inventory lots and structures; lots are not sold without an approved projectProperty auctions, held when enough properties have been acquired and listed on the website at the start of the monthAuction winner pays by 4:00 pm on auction day, and title follows in about 10 business days

Who can buy

The property must be vacant and unoccupied
No fines or delinquent taxes owed to local government
All properties the applicant owns are in good standing with no city code violations or open maintenance cases in Macon-Bibb
No foreclosure filed against the applicant and no bankruptcy filing in the past 7 years; extenuating circumstances may be considered
Business entities are active and in good standing with the Georgia Secretary of State
Good standing with the state Department of Revenue and the IRS
Show a plan for the property and financial capability, with evidence of funds

What you'll need to apply

Complete the application with contact and property information, intended use (occupy, sell, rent, land contract or other) and income verification
Vacant lots: a plan, timeline and how costs are covered; side lot applicants show proof they own the adjoining property
Single-family new construction or rehab: project description, company and comparable portfolio, rehab specifications with contractor, timeline, budget, financing documents, site plans, elevations and renderings
Multi-family or commercial: all of the above plus a description of the development team
Attach up to two prior projects and lender letters or bank statements
Pay by bank check or other guaranteed funds: cashier's check, certified check from a title company escrow account, or money order

After you buy

The land bank may condition the sale on deed restrictions or other agreements
Obtain building permits and meet zoning requirements
Title is accepted as is
Lead-paint disclosure applies to homes built before 1978
The buyer indemnifies the land bank

The Board reviews a complete file at an upcoming meeting and may accept or reject any proposal

Summarized from the official program page ↗ · verified October 2026 · always confirm current rules before applying

Chatham County-Savannah Land Bank (GA)

Buyer requirements

Pre-application for a listed property, accepted on a rolling basisRequest for Proposals published for specific propertiesSide lot acquisition as a project type on the pre-application

Who can buy

Applicants answer questions on late property taxes, code violations, foreclosure, judgments, bankruptcy in the past 7 years, and unpaid income taxes, mortgages or other debts; yes answers need a written explanation and are independently verified
Priority goes to nonprofit and governmental buyers and to projects serving households at or below 80% (and 50%) of area median income
Consideration goes to buyers whose use, experience and capacity fit affordable housing goals

What you'll need to apply

Contact staff first to confirm the property is available and to discuss the offer
Submit the pre-application at least 30 days before the next Board meeting; submission does not guarantee a place on the agenda and incomplete applications are not considered
Include a project description and redevelopment plan, experience and capacity, scope of work and plans, an itemized budget, and a timeline with start and completion dates
Show financing documentation; funding must be in place before acquisition
Include licensed contractor information, entity documents if a business will hold title, a signed signature page and the offer

After you buy

10-year affordability restriction placed in the sales contract and deed, with resale limits and rent limits for rentals
Right of reversion if the property is not developed per the approved proposal
Pay property taxes when due and maintain the property
Rental owners are asked to list units with the Housing Authority of Savannah voucher program

All sales need Board approval, and the Authority may decline any offer for any reason

Summarized from the official program page ↗ · verified October 2026 · always confirm current rules before applying

Metro Atlanta Land Bank

Buyer requirements

Fixed-price listings with per-property applications through the listings portalSide-lot disposition programLand-banking depository (holding) program for nonprofits and government

Who can buy

Open to nonprofits, individuals, for-profits, and CDCs
The depository program is limited to nonprofits and government (for-profits only as minority JV partners)

What you'll need to apply

Portal account and an application for the specific property
Internal review and applicant contact, then board approval

After you buy

Vacant lots require affordable housing to be built, with lot pricing tied to the target affordability level

Summarized from the official program page ↗ · verified July 2026 · always confirm current rules before applying

Rome-Floyd Land Bank (GA)

Buyer requirements

Transform This Home: buy a residential property to rehabilitate and occupy, or for rental or resale by investorsDevelop This Lot: buy a lot for housing, commercial, industrial or mixed-use developmentListed properties and online applications run through the land bank ePropertyPlus portal

Who can buy

No published buyer eligibility rules — the land bank reviews each request; contact it for current requirements before applying

What you'll need to apply

Create an account on the ePropertyPlus portal and submit an application for purchase to the Land Bank Authority Board
Transform This Home applicants provide a rehabilitation plan and the resources to finish it
Applications are posted publicly for at least 30 days, then scheduled for the next Land Bank meeting

After you buy

Rehabilitate a home to occupancy within 12 months (Transform This Home)
Pay a non-refundable 10% down payment on an approved application
Most parcels came through tax foreclosure and may lack clear marketable title, so buyers will likely need an attorney to clear title

Posting period of at least 30 days before Board consideration

Summarized from the official program page ↗ · verified October 2026 · always confirm current rules before applying

For state specifics — programs, pricing, and which land banks matter — read How to buy land bank property in Georgia →

Georgia land bank FAQ

How many land bank properties are for sale in Georgia?

1,406 land bank properties are currently listed across the 7 Georgia land banks we track, with asking prices from $1. Inventory changes monthly; this page refreshes from official sources nightly.

How do I buy a land bank property in Georgia?

Each Georgia land bank runs its own process, but most purchases start with an application to the land bank rather than an offer through an agent: pick a property from its list, show proof of funds (and usually a renovation plan for structures), and close directly with the land bank. Many prioritize owner-occupants.

Why aren't these Georgia properties on Zillow?

Land banks aren't brokers and don't list on the MLS, which is where Zillow and Redfin get their data. Each land bank publishes inventory on its own website — LandBankSearch aggregates those official lists into one searchable map.