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

Alabama: The Most Affordable Housing Market in America

Alabama: The Most Affordable Housing Market in America

Alabamians have always known that our state is a great place to live, and now, the rest of the nation is taking notice. With a median home price well below the national ...
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Mortgage Rates Fall to Their Lowest Level Since 2024: What This Means for Alabama Buyers

Mortgage Rates Fall to Their Lowest Level Since 2024: What This Means for Alabama Buyers

For the first time in nearly a year, mortgage rates in Alabama have taken a meaningful dip following the Federal Reserve's rate cut. Continue reading for what this activity means for ...
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Back-to-School Season Brings Seasonal Slowdown to Alabama Housing Market

Back-to-School Season Brings Seasonal Slowdown to Alabama Housing Market

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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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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