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

January 2026 Report 

  • Alabama had 4,761 home sales in January,a decrease of 498 from last year and of 15.0% from the previous month.
  • The median sales price increased by $36,052 compared to a year ago to $244,520. This is an annual increase of 17.3%, but a 0.4% decrease month-over-month.
  • The sold volume was $1.34 billion in January 2026, an increase of $0.07 billion from last January. This marks a 5.5% annual increase, but a 14.1% monthly decrease.
  • The 19,073 active listings at the end of January mark an increase of 7.5% compared to 17,735 one year ago.
  • The 540 foreclosures in January represent a 22.2% year-over-year increase. It is also a 1.7% increase in foreclosures since last month.
 

2026 Reports

 
 
 
 
 

2026 Fast Stats

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January 2026 Fast Stats
 
 
 

News Releases

Alabama Economic And Real Estate Report For July Shows Monthly Dip In Home Sales As Mortgage Rates and Market Indicators Continue To Favor Buyers

Alabama Economic And Real Estate Report For July Shows Monthly Dip In Home Sales As Mortgage Rates and Market Indicators Continue To Favor Buyers

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A Market in Motion: Q2 Brings New Energy to Alabama’s Housing Market

A Market in Motion: Q2 Brings New Energy to Alabama’s Housing Market

Alabama’s housing market showed encouraging signs of progress in the second quarter of 2025. Sales picked up, inventory grew, and buyers gained a bit more footing, though the market still hasn’t ...
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Alabama Economic And Real Estate Report For June Shows  Home Sales Continue To Grow Across State But Lag Behind Pre-2024 Numbers

Alabama Economic And Real Estate Report For June Shows Home Sales Continue To Grow Across State But Lag Behind Pre-2024 Numbers

Home sales across the state continued to increase for the second consecutive month in June with numbers rising 8.2% over May and 10.9% over 2024 according to the Alabama Economic and ...
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5 Predictions for Alabama’s Real Estate Market in the Second Half of 2025

5 Predictions for Alabama’s Real Estate Market in the Second Half of 2025

Alabama’s housing market continued its steady path toward recovery through the first half of 2025. Here’s a look at the market’s performance so far — and what buyers, sellers, and real ...
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The Impact of Alabama’s Inventory Highs on Buyers and Sellers

The Impact of Alabama’s Inventory Highs on Buyers and Sellers

Alabama’s housing market reached a milestone in May as active listings climbed nearly 25% year-over-year to their highest level since 2020. As inventory levels shift, here’s what buyers and sellers need ...
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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