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

Mortgage Rates at Three-Year Lows: Will Lower Rates Offset Economic Uncertainty in Alabama?

Mortgage Rates at Three-Year Lows: Will Lower Rates Offset Economic Uncertainty in Alabama?

As 2026 gets underway, one number is capturing the attention of consumers and REALTORS® across Alabama: mortgage rates. As of January 15, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dipped to 6.06% ...
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Seasonal Trends Prove Reliable As Home Sales In Alabama Fell 3% In December But Remained Higher Than Same Period In 2024 According To Economic Report

Seasonal Trends Prove Reliable As Home Sales In Alabama Fell 3% In December But Remained Higher Than Same Period In 2024 According To Economic Report

Seasonal trends proved reliable as home sales across the state fell 3% month-over-month in December, but they remained 2.9% higher than the same period in 2024 according to the Alabama Economic ...
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A Look Back at Fall 2025: How Alabama’s Housing Market Adjusted

A Look Back at Fall 2025: How Alabama’s Housing Market Adjusted

This fall was anything but quiet in both the local and national housing market. From interest rate changes to uneven economic data, there was plenty for buyers and sellers to keep ...
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Looking Ahead: What Alabama’s Housing Market Could Bring in 2026

Looking Ahead: What Alabama’s Housing Market Could Bring in 2026

After a year defined by rising prices, steadier inventory, and a late-year cooldown, Alabama’s housing market is closing out 2025 on firmer footing than many expected. The traditional seasonal slowdown kicked ...
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Alabama Bucks Seasonal Downturn Trend As Monthly Home Sales Remain Stable While State Marks Lowest Unemployment Rate Since December of 2023

Alabama Bucks Seasonal Downturn Trend As Monthly Home Sales Remain Stable While State Marks Lowest Unemployment Rate Since December of 2023

According to the Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report released by the Alabama Association of REALTORS® on Friday, the state had reason to give thanks in November as home sales bucked ...
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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