The Bryan County housing market opened 2026 sitting in one of the strongest employment corridors in Coastal Georgia. In fact, the Bryan County housing market is shaped by the Hyundai Metaplant in Ellabell, the expanding warehouse corridor along Highway 80 and I-16, Fort Stewart, and direct I-95 access. As a result, Bryan County is positioned in the middle of real infrastructure-backed demand. Specifically, the Belfast Keller interchange has improved access to Richmond Hill, and the new high school is shaping long-term home values. Therefore, this update breaks down the Bryan County housing market by city for January 2026. By Dave Rotundo, Dave Rotundo Realty – Savannah, Georgia.
This update breaks down January 2026 closed-sale data — pulled directly from the latest RPR Market Trends Report — for Richmond Hill, Pembroke, Ellabell, and the broader Bryan County picture.
Bryan County Housing Market — January 2026 At a Glance
| Area | ZIP | Median Sold | Sold-to-List | DOM | Months Inv. | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Hill | 31324 | $435,150 | 97.7% | 64 | 5.94 | Balanced |
| Pembroke | 31321 | $337,300 | 98.9% | 158 | 3.35 | Tight inventory |
| Ellabell | 31308 | $334,480* | — | — | 4.89 | Seller-leaning |
| Bryan County | — | $414,565 | 97.9% | 88 | 5.71 | Balanced |
Source: RPR Market Trends Report, January 2026 closed sales. *Ellabell figure is the median estimated property value; sold-to-list ratio and DOM were not published for Ellabell in the January report.
What’s Shaping the Bryan County Housing Market
Housing follows jobs and roads. Specifically, Bryan County sits at the intersection of major employment and infrastructure drivers:
- The Hyundai Metaplant in Ellabell — a $7.6 billion EV manufacturing facility supporting 8,500-plus direct jobs at full ramp.
- The Highway 80 / I-16 warehouse and logistics corridor — feeding into Savannah and the Port.
- Fort Stewart — the largest army installation east of the Mississippi, sitting between Richmond Hill and Pembroke.
- Direct I-95 access — connecting Richmond Hill commuters to Savannah, the Port, and beyond.
- The Belfast Keller interchange — improving accessibility into Richmond Hill.
- The new Richmond Hill High School — which honestly feels more like a college campus than a traditional high school. As a result, that matters for commuters, for new construction, and for long-term home values.
Therefore, this is not speculative growth. Instead, this is infrastructure-supported demand.
Months-of-Inventory Primer for the Bryan County Housing Market
- Under 5 months: seller-leaning market.
- 5 to 7 months: balanced market.
- Over 7 months: buyer leverage.
Bryan County overall sat at 5.71 months — balanced. However, the texture by city differed sharply.
Richmond Hill, Bryan County — Real Estate Market (ZIP 31324)
Richmond Hill’s January 2026 median sold price came in at $435,150, with homes selling at 97.7% of list. Furthermore, median days on market sat at 64, and inventory came in at 5.94 months. As a result, Richmond Hill sits in balanced market territory.
What’s driving the steady picture? New construction. Specifically, builders remain active in Richmond Hill, inventory is steady, and buyer activity remains consistent. In addition, the new Richmond Hill High School continues to attract long-term homeowners — that campus-like facility matters for families weighing where to plant roots.
Furthermore, Richmond Hill represents growth and expansion in Bryan County. Therefore, this is the demand engine of the county — anchored by top-rated schools, the Hyundai Metaplant proximity, and easy I-95 access.
Bottom line for Richmond Hill buyers: get pre-approved before you start looking. Specifically, well-priced homes in this ZIP are not sitting. Bottom line for sellers: presentation and price are your levers — Richmond Hill buyers are educated and comparing.
Pembroke, Bryan County — Real Estate Market (ZIP 31321)
If Richmond Hill represents growth and expansion, Pembroke represents value that’s tightening. Specifically, the January 2026 median sold price was $337,300, with homes selling at 98.9% of list. However, median days on market hit 158 — a very long stretch — while inventory sat at just 3.35 months.
That combination is unusual. In other words, the long DOM tells you Pembroke buyers take their time, but the tight 3.35-month inventory tells you supply is constrained when buyers do step in. Therefore, at 3.35 months, Pembroke is leaning more competitive — especially for well-priced homes.
Furthermore, buyers looking for affordability compared to Richmond Hill often shift to Pembroke. As a result, inventory reflects that demand pressure even when individual listings sit longer.
Bottom line for Pembroke buyers: Pembroke is a value play. In other words, you get more land, more space, and a small-town feel at prices significantly below Richmond Hill. Bottom line for sellers: with limited supply, well-priced homes still close near asking — but condition and pricing matter to keep DOM in check.
Ellabell, Bryan County — Real Estate Market (ZIP 31308)
Ellabell is no longer just a quiet residential pocket. In fact, Ellabell is now an employment corridor. Specifically, for January 2026, Ellabell’s median estimated property value was $334,480, with the median active list price at $344,450 and inventory at 4.89 months.
Sold-to-list ratio and median days on market were not published in the RPR January report for Ellabell. However, here’s what matters: inventory is under 5 months — seller-leaning territory.
What’s driving Ellabell? In short, the Hyundai Metaplant. Furthermore, the warehouse and logistics corridor continues to expand off Highway 80 and I-16, feeding directly into Savannah and the Port. As a result, Ellabell is strategically positioned for job growth — and when infrastructure supports employment, housing demand follows.
Bottom line for Ellabell buyers: demand is accelerating; don’t wait too long. Bottom line for sellers: the Metaplant tailwind supports your pricing — but you still need to compete with new construction in nearby corridors.
Bryan County At a Glance
Stepping back to look at Bryan County as a whole for January 2026:
- Median sold price: $414,565
- Sold-to-list ratio: 97.9%
- Median days on market: 88
- Months of inventory: 5.71 — balanced
That’s a balanced market overall. Specifically, inventory has normalized compared to peak frenzy years, but pricing remains steady. Furthermore, when you layer in Hyundai, logistics expansion, military presence (Fort Stewart and aviation), Port access, and improved highway infrastructure, you’re not looking at speculative growth — you’re looking at infrastructure-supported demand.
What the Bryan County Housing Market Means If You’re Buying or Selling in 2026
Strategy in Bryan County changes depending on the city, the price point, whether you’re looking at new construction or resale, and how inventory is positioned in that segment. Therefore, the playbook for January conditions:
- First, micro-markets matter. Specifically, Richmond Hill at 5.94 months trades very differently from Ellabell at 4.89.
- Also, the Hyundai Metaplant is a long-term tailwind. Furthermore, that demand wave will continue to support values across Bryan County for years.
- In addition, schools matter in Richmond Hill. As a result, the new high school is a real factor in long-term value for families.
- Furthermore, watch DOM in context. In fact, Pembroke’s 158-day DOM doesn’t mean a soft market — it means a smaller buyer pool with constrained supply.
- Finally, infrastructure-backed demand is durable. Specifically, the Belfast Keller interchange and I-95/I-16 access aren’t going away.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Bryan County Housing Market
What was the median home price in Bryan County in January 2026?
The Bryan County housing market median sold price for January 2026 was $414,565, with a 97.9% sold-to-list ratio across the county.
Which Bryan County ZIP has the most demand pressure?
Ellabell (31308). With 4.89 months of inventory and the Hyundai Metaplant driving job growth, Ellabell sits firmly in seller-leaning territory.
How does the Hyundai Metaplant affect Bryan County real estate?
Significantly. In fact, the Hyundai Metaplant in Ellabell is one of the largest economic-development projects in Georgia history. As a result, demand spans every Bryan County price band — from entry-level workforce housing in Pembroke up through Richmond Hill executive homes.
Why is Pembroke’s days-on-market so high?
Pembroke’s 158-day median DOM reflects its rural character and smaller buyer pool. However, with inventory at just 3.35 months, supply is genuinely constrained. Therefore, well-priced Pembroke homes still close at 98.9% of list — they just take longer to find the right buyer.
Is Richmond Hill still a good place to buy in 2026?
Yes — if you can come in prepared. Specifically, Richmond Hill\’s schools, I-95 access, and proximity to the Hyundai Metaplant create durable long-term demand. As a result, balanced inventory at 5.94 months gives buyers some negotiating room without losing the market\’s long-term value support.
Watch the Full January 2026 Bryan County Market Update
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Ready for a Bryan County Strategy?
If you’re buying or selling in Richmond Hill, Pembroke, or Ellabell in 2026, I’ll run a hyper-local analysis on your specific neighborhood and price band. Therefore, you’ll understand exactly where you have leverage — not just the county average.
If you want the numbers on your street, reach out directly. I’ll run the data and give you the strategy.
Dave Rotundo
Dave Rotundo Realty | RE/MAX 1st Choice Realty
Savannah, Georgia | 843.693.1876
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Data source: RPR Market Trends Report, January 2026 closed sales. Market conditions change. Therefore, this post reflects January 2026 data and is not a forecast of future values.
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