Canton, GA
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

$368 Avg asking sale price
$864 Avg asking lease rate
35,711 SF Avg unit lease size
3,821 SF Avg building size for sale
6.71% Average cap rate

Canton's Demographic Profile

Canton has 13,935 households and a median income of $80,412, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A +14% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 38,780
# Households 13,935
Median age 37
Median household income $80,412
Avg household size 3.0
Renter-occupied housing units 5,681
5-year population change +14%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Canton $230 5,034 SF 5.49%
Woodstock $311 5,933 SF 6.43%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Canton $175 5,518 SF
Holly Springs $216 8,009 SF
Woodstock $656 5,448 SF
Milton $310 1,530 SF
White $177 1,952 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Canton $140 5,714 SF 7.63%
Marietta $291 1,937 SF 10.00%
Sandy Springs $665 1,428 SF 6.46%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Canton

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

13AC Industrial Development Site

Ball Ground, GA 30107

  • 13.32 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $2,000,000
For Sale

2701 Ball Ground Hwy

Canton, GA 30114

  • 2.59 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $1,300,000
For Sale

Martin's Canton

Canton, GA 30114

  • 2,720 SF Retail Building
  • 7.00% Cap Rate
  • $2,556,700
For Sale

Knox Bridge Hwy 2.89 ac Zoned GC

Canton, GA 30114

  • 2.89 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $578,000
For Sale

3648 Cumming Hwy

Canton, GA 30115

  • 4.25 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $895,000
For Sale

Holly Street/Holly Lynn Court

Canton, GA 30115

  • 3.70 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $990,000

Average Price For Sale

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Average Price For Lease

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Canton pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Canton $368 3,821 SF
Holly Springs $463 4,894 SF
Ball Ground $356 3,860 SF
Woodstock $515 7,587 SF

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Canton alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Canton or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Canton 38,780 13,935 37 $80,412 3 5,681 14%
Holly Springs 21,785 7,804 38 $96,967 3 2,022 15%
Ball Ground 3,619 1,299 41 $94,173 3 182 15%
Waleska 282 104 47 $93,181 3 12 15%
Woodstock 41,278 16,300 40 $95,791 3 5,763 14%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Canton, GA and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Canton

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Is Canton a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Canton offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Canton?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Canton. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Canton?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Canton. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Canton compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Canton. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Canton acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Canton, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.

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