Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report

The Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report is a monthly statistics report produced by the Alabama Association of REALTORS® and their team of economists. The numbers and figures in this report are drawn from numerous government and proprietary data sources and represent best estimates at the time of release. As new data emerges, Alabama REALTORS® may, from time to time, update these figures to reflect more recent information.

 
 

Key Takeaways from the Most Recent Report

September 2026 Report 

  • Alabama had 6,292 home sales in September,an increase of 237 from last year but a decrease of 5.8% from the previous month.
  • The median sales price increased by $40,087 compared to a year ago to $275,333. This is an annual increase of 17.0% but represents a 0.9% decrease month-over-month.
  • The sold volume was $2.07 billion in September 2026, an increase of $0.37 billion from last September. This marks a 21.8% annual increase. However, this is a 5.5% decrease month-over-month.
  • The 22,525 active listings at the end of September mark an increase of 8.5% compared to 20,765 one year ago.
 

2026 Reports

 
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Market Stats May2026
 
 
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2026 Fast Stats

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News Releases

Alabama’s Year-End Housing Market Predictions

Alabama’s Year-End Housing Market Predictions

Much like the temperatures this fall season, Alabama’s hot seller’s market has experienced a cool down. Continue reading to learn more. 
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Alabama’s Housing Market Cools, but Rising Listings and Supply Boost Buyer Opportunities

Alabama’s Housing Market Cools, but Rising Listings and Supply Boost Buyer Opportunities

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Recent Fed Rate Cut Brings Positive News as Alabama’s  Housing Market Cools but Remains Strong

Recent Fed Rate Cut Brings Positive News as Alabama’s Housing Market Cools but Remains Strong

According to the August 2024 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report released on Friday by the Alabama Association of REALTORS®. Learn more below.
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The Back-to-School Effect: How Seasonal Shifts Impact the Housing Market

The Back-to-School Effect: How Seasonal Shifts Impact the Housing Market

It’s back-to-school season and many Alabama households are transitioning from the relaxed pace of summer to the structured demands of another academic year. But this seasonal change isn't just felt in ...
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Alabama’s Real Estate Market Continues to Shine in July with Rising Sales and Strong Economic Performance

Alabama’s Real Estate Market Continues to Shine in July with Rising Sales and Strong Economic Performance

The July 2024 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report released on Tuesday by the Alabama Association of REALTORS® revealed a continued robust performance in the state’s housing market.
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All inquiries regarding the Economic and Real Estate Report may be directed to:
Abby Wilson, Director of Marketing and Communications
abby@alabamarealtors.com | 334-386-5645