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

Recent Fed Rate Cut Brings Positive News as Alabama’s  Housing Market Cools but Remains Strong

Recent Fed Rate Cut Brings Positive News as Alabama’s Housing Market Cools but Remains Strong

According to the August 2024 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report released on Friday by the Alabama Association of REALTORS®. Learn more below.
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The Back-to-School Effect: How Seasonal Shifts Impact the Housing Market

The Back-to-School Effect: How Seasonal Shifts Impact the Housing Market

It’s back-to-school season and many Alabama households are transitioning from the relaxed pace of summer to the structured demands of another academic year. But this seasonal change isn't just felt in ...
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Alabama’s Real Estate Market Continues to Shine in July with Rising Sales and Strong Economic Performance

Alabama’s Real Estate Market Continues to Shine in July with Rising Sales and Strong Economic Performance

The July 2024 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report released on Tuesday by the Alabama Association of REALTORS® revealed a continued robust performance in the state’s housing market.
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Alabama’s Housing Market Continues to Grow and Flourish in June

Alabama’s Housing Market Continues to Grow and Flourish in June

According to the June Economic and Real Estate Report, home sales across the state sustained their fifth consecutive month of growth, signifying a strong recovery from the lows at the start of ...
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Alabama’s May Housing Market Brings Good News for Both Buyers and Sellers

Alabama’s May Housing Market Brings Good News for Both Buyers and Sellers

According to the May 2024 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report released on Thursday by the Alabama Association of REALTORS®, Alabama’s housing market continues to show improvement.
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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