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

May 2025 Report 

  • Alabama had 6,214 home sales in May,a 7.3% increase from the previous month and an increase of 379 from last year.
  • The median sales price rose 2.3% from April to $230,130, which is $14,510 higher than a year ago—a 6.7% annual increase
  • There were 526 foreclosures in May, up 6.3% from the previous month and 13.9% from one year ago.
  • The sold volume totaled $1.70 billion in May, up 10.4% month-over-month and $0.36 billion higher than last May, marking a 26.9% annual increase.
  • Alabama had 19,709 active listings at the end of May, up 24.9% from 15,776 one year ago.
 

2025 Reports

 
Market Stats May2025
 
 
Market Stats Apr2025
 
 
Market Stats Mar2025
 
 
 
 

2025 Fast Stats

Help your clients by providing them with easy-to-understand, current economic information. We’ve made doing that easy by offering fast stat graphics that are ready for you to download and share! Feel free to share these graphics however you'd like: on social media, in meetings, and directly with clients!

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News Releases

Alabama’s 2024 Housing Market: Challenges, Shifting Trends, & Signs of Hope

Alabama’s 2024 Housing Market: Challenges, Shifting Trends, & Signs of Hope

In 2024, high mortgage rates posed significant challenges for Alabama's housing market. However, despite these difficulties, several positive trends emerged. Continue reading to learn more. 
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Alabama Joins Rest of The Nation in Experiencing A Difficult Housing Market In 2024

Alabama Joins Rest of The Nation in Experiencing A Difficult Housing Market In 2024

Though Alabama enjoyed low unemployment, sustained job growth, and a consistently good economy in 2024, its housing market struggled along with the rest of the nation’s last year according to the Annual Alabama ...
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Alabama Real Estate Report For December Shows  Traditional Seasonal Slowing Offers Opportunities For Homebuyers

Alabama Real Estate Report For December Shows Traditional Seasonal Slowing Offers Opportunities For Homebuyers

According to the January 2025 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report released on Tuesday by the Alabama Association of REALTORS®, the state’s housing market experienced slight decreases in both home sales and median ...
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Alabama Real Estate Report for November Offers Good News for Both Home Buyers and Home Sellers

Alabama Real Estate Report for November Offers Good News for Both Home Buyers and Home Sellers

According to the November Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report, the state’s housing market experienced its first increase in sales numbers in three months, and other data offers good news for both ...
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Affordability and Inventory Remain Steady Amidst Slowdown in Alabama’s Housing Market

Affordability and Inventory Remain Steady Amidst Slowdown in Alabama’s Housing Market

According to the October 2024 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report, the state’s housing market slowed in October with fewer home sales being attributed to rising mortgage rates and seasonal trends, but ...
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All inquiries regarding the Economic and Real Estate Report may be directed to:
Abby Wilson, Director of Marketing
abby@alabamarealtors.com | 334-386-5645