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

Seasonal Slowdown Begins as Alabama Housing Market Holds Steady

Seasonal Slowdown Begins as Alabama Housing Market Holds Steady

Alabama’s housing market eased into its predictable year-end rhythm in October, entering a season when activity traditionally slows. Sales dipped about 5% from September and roughly 2% from last October — ...
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Alabama Home Sales Begin Traditional Seasonal Decline In October As Economists Say State’s Housing Market Remains “Healthy And Balanced”

Alabama Home Sales Begin Traditional Seasonal Decline In October As Economists Say State’s Housing Market Remains “Healthy And Balanced”

Home sales across Alabama began their traditional seasonal decline in October — falling 4.7% month over month and 1.7% year over year — but indicators point to the state’s housing market ...
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Alabama’s Q3 Housing Market Defined by Consistency

Alabama’s Q3 Housing Market Defined by Consistency

After a year marked by recovery and recalibration, Alabama’s housing market entered the third quarter with steady momentum. Here’s a recap of the state’s market activity in Q3. 
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Alabama Economic And Real Estate Report For September Shows Home Sales Essentially Remaining Steady As State Avoids Traditional Seasonal Decline

Alabama Economic And Real Estate Report For September Shows Home Sales Essentially Remaining Steady As State Avoids Traditional Seasonal Decline

Home sales across Alabama remained steady in September and avoided the start of the traditional seasonal decline, which economists attribute to recent reductions in mortgage rates according to the Alabama Economic ...
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Alabama: The Most Affordable Housing Market in America

Alabama: The Most Affordable Housing Market in America

Alabamians have always known that our state is a great place to live, and now, the rest of the nation is taking notice. With a median home price well below the national ...
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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