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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News Releases

Looking Ahead: What Alabama’s Housing Market Could Bring in 2026

Looking Ahead: What Alabama’s Housing Market Could Bring in 2026

After a year defined by rising prices, steadier inventory, and a late-year cooldown, Alabama’s housing market is closing out 2025 on firmer footing than many expected. The traditional seasonal slowdown kicked ...
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Alabama Bucks Seasonal Downturn Trend As Monthly Home Sales Remain Stable While State Marks Lowest Unemployment Rate Since December of 2023

Alabama Bucks Seasonal Downturn Trend As Monthly Home Sales Remain Stable While State Marks Lowest Unemployment Rate Since December of 2023

According to the Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report released by the Alabama Association of REALTORS® on Friday, the state had reason to give thanks in November as home sales bucked ...
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Seasonal Slowdown Begins as Alabama Housing Market Holds Steady

Seasonal Slowdown Begins as Alabama Housing Market Holds Steady

Alabama’s housing market eased into its predictable year-end rhythm in October, entering a season when activity traditionally slows. Sales dipped about 5% from September and roughly 2% from last October — ...
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Alabama Home Sales Begin Traditional Seasonal Decline In October As Economists Say State’s Housing Market Remains “Healthy And Balanced”

Alabama Home Sales Begin Traditional Seasonal Decline In October As Economists Say State’s Housing Market Remains “Healthy And Balanced”

Home sales across Alabama began their traditional seasonal decline in October — falling 4.7% month over month and 1.7% year over year — but indicators point to the state’s housing market ...
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Alabama’s Q3 Housing Market Defined by Consistency

Alabama’s Q3 Housing Market Defined by Consistency

After a year marked by recovery and recalibration, Alabama’s housing market entered the third quarter with steady momentum. Here’s a recap of the state’s market activity in Q3. 
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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