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

April 2026 Report 

  • Alabama had 6,214 home sales in April,an increase of 423 from last year and an increase of 14.3% from the previous month.
  • The median sales price increased by $34,757 compared to a year ago to $263,518. This is an annual increase of 15.2% and a 0.6% increase month-over-month.
  • The sold volume was $1.84 billion in April 2026, an increase of $0.30 billion from last April. This marks a 19.5% annual increase and a 17.9% increase month-over-month.
  • The 20,928 active listings at the end of April mark an increase of 9.3% compared to 19,144 one year ago.
  • The 692 foreclosures in April represent a 39.8% year-over-year increase. It is just a 0.4% increase in foreclosures since last month. Note that the April 2026 value is below the 827 pre-pandemic foreclosures of April 2019.
 

2026 Reports

 
Market Stats Apr2026
 
 
Market Stats Mar2026
 
 
 
 
 
 

2026 Fast Stats

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April 2026 Fast Stats
March Fast Stats
 
February Fast Stats
 
January 2026 Fast Stats
 
 
 

News Releases

Alabama's Q1 Recap: Seasonal Gains Meet Economic Hurdles

Alabama's Q1 Recap: Seasonal Gains Meet Economic Hurdles

Alabama’s housing market entered 2026 with reserved optimism, and through the first quarter, that outlook has largely held.
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Alabama Home Sales Increase In March As Spring Buying Season Begins  According To Monthly Economic Report

Alabama Home Sales Increase In March As Spring Buying Season Begins According To Monthly Economic Report

Despite rising interest rates, the opening of the spring buying season caused home sales across the state to increase during March, but numbers continue to fall behind last year’s figures according ...
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A Market in Transition: Key Signals for Alabama REALTORS® This Spring

A Market in Transition: Key Signals for Alabama REALTORS® This Spring

As Alabama’s spring housing season begins to bloom, REALTORS® are navigating a market defined by competing forces. Seasonal demand is building, mortgage rates are offering a temporary boost, and inventory is ...
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Alabama Home Sales Increase In February As Average Days On Market Fall Dramatically According To Monthly Economic Report

Alabama Home Sales Increase In February As Average Days On Market Fall Dramatically According To Monthly Economic Report

Home sales rose across the state in February while the average days on market fell by a dramatic double-digit margin as buyers were spurred to action by lower mortgage rates according ...
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What to Expect From Alabama’s Housing Market This Spring

What to Expect From Alabama’s Housing Market This Spring

After a rebound year in 2025, Alabama’s housing market is heading into the busy spring season with optimism. According to Alabama REALTORS® economists David Hughes and Evan Moore, the coming months ...
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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