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

July 2026 Report 

  • Alabama had 7,361 home sales in July,an increase of 1,215 from last year and an increase of 3.1% from the previous month.
  • The median sales price increased by $47,166 compared to a year ago to $287,750. This is an annual increase of 19.6% and  a monthly increase of 2.0%.
  • The sold volume was $2.44 billion in July 2026, an increase of $0.69 billion from last July. This marks a 39.4% annual increase and a 4.7% increase month-over-month.
  • The 22,006 active listings at the end of July mark an increase of 6.3% compared to 20,698 one year ago.
  • The 704 foreclosures in July represent a 28.3% year-over-year increase and a 3.8% increase since last month. Note: the  July 2026 value is below the pre-COVID 849 foreclosures of July 2019.
 

2026 Reports

 
Market Stats July2026
 
 
Market Stats June2026
 
 
Market Stats May2026
 
 
Market Stats Apr2026
 
 
Market Stats Mar2026
 
 
 
 
 
 

2026 Fast Stats

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July Fast Stats
June 2026 Fast Stats
 
May 2026 Fast Stats
 
April 2026 Fast Stats
March Fast Stats
 
February Fast Stats
 
January 2026 Fast Stats
 
 
 

News Releases

April Brings Stronger Housing Activity Across Alabama

April Brings Stronger Housing Activity Across Alabama

After a sluggish first quarter, Alabama’s housing market posted a notable rebound in April, raising an important question for REALTORS® and consumers alike: Is the market beginning a sustained recovery, or ...
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Alabama Housing Market Sees Sales Growth In April As Spring Market Gains Momentum According To Monthly Economic Report

Alabama Housing Market Sees Sales Growth In April As Spring Market Gains Momentum According To Monthly Economic Report

Alabama’s housing market continued to gain momentum in April as home sales increased on both a monthly and yearly basis, according to the latest Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report released ...
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Alabama's Q1 Recap: Seasonal Gains Meet Economic Hurdles

Alabama's Q1 Recap: Seasonal Gains Meet Economic Hurdles

Alabama’s housing market entered 2026 with reserved optimism, and through the first quarter, that outlook has largely held.
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Alabama Home Sales Increase In March As Spring Buying Season Begins  According To Monthly Economic Report

Alabama Home Sales Increase In March As Spring Buying Season Begins According To Monthly Economic Report

Despite rising interest rates, the opening of the spring buying season caused home sales across the state to increase during March, but numbers continue to fall behind last year’s figures according ...
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A Market in Transition: Key Signals for Alabama REALTORS® This Spring

A Market in Transition: Key Signals for Alabama REALTORS® This Spring

As Alabama’s spring housing season begins to bloom, REALTORS® are navigating a market defined by competing forces. Seasonal demand is building, mortgage rates are offering a temporary boost, and inventory is ...
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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