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

November Data Suggests Alabama’s Housing Market Is Poised to Rebound in 2024

November Data Suggests Alabama’s Housing Market Is Poised to Rebound in 2024

Alabama’s housing market continues to stagnate but positive indicators, such as steadily declining interest and inflation rates, offer strong hope for a rebound in the coming year.
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Alabama’s Real Estate Market Remains Down In October, But Declining Interest Rates Offer Hope For Future Rebound

Alabama’s Real Estate Market Remains Down In October, But Declining Interest Rates Offer Hope For Future Rebound

According to October's report, the state’s housing market remains down, but declining interest rates and increases in two key areas - housing supply and average sales price - offer strong hope for ...
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Alabama’s Active Listings Continue to Increase in September

Alabama’s Active Listings Continue to Increase in September

September marked the sixth consecutive monthly increase in active listings, and AAR’s economists anticipate this trend to continue into October. Continue reading to learn more.
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Alabama Home Prices Continue to Rise Despite Sales Slowdown

Alabama Home Prices Continue to Rise Despite Sales Slowdown

Alabama’s August home sales activity decreased relative to last month, marking the second consecutive month of declining sales. Continue reading to learn the key points from August's report.
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Alabama Economic and Real Estate Reports: AAR’s Power Tool for REALTORS®

Alabama Economic and Real Estate Reports: AAR’s Power Tool for REALTORS®

REALTORS® in Alabama have an abundance of tools available to help them build their business and inform their clients. Information is a REALTOR’s® most valuable tool and the Alabama Association of REALTORS® ...
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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