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

March 2026 Report 

  • Alabama had 5,438 home sales in March,a decrease of 776 from last year but an increase of 8.2% from the previous month.
  • The median sales price increased by $45,139 compared to a year ago to $262,009. This is an annual increase of 20.8% and a 4.8% increase month-over-month.
  • The sold volume was $1.56 billion in March 2026, a decrease of $0.03 billion from last March. This marks a 1.9% annual decrease, but a 9.1% increase month-over-month.
  • The 20,355 active listings at the end of March mark an increase of 10.5% compared to 18,415 one year ago.
  • The 689 foreclosures in March represent a 54.8% increase year-over-year and a 21.3% increase month-over-month.
 

2026 Reports

 

2026 Fast Stats

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March Fast Stats
February Fast Stats
 
January 2026 Fast Stats
 
 

News Releases

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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Alabama Economic And Real Estate Report For May Shows Significant Gains Compared To Previous Month and Year

Alabama Economic And Real Estate Report For May Shows Significant Gains Compared To Previous Month and Year

Alabama’s housing market experienced strong growth in May as both home sales and other values increased compared to the previous month and year while, at the same time, listings and inventory ...
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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