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

October 2025 Report 

  • Alabama had 5,773 home sales in October, a 4.7% decrease from the previous month and a decrease of 97 sales from last year.
  • The median sales price rose 7.6% month-over-month to $253,201, which is $41,663 higher than a year ago—a 19.7% annual increase.
  • Sold volume totaled $1.65 billion in October, a 2.9% decrease from last month, but an increase of $0.29 billion from last October, marking a 21.3% annual increase.
  • Active listing reached 20,866 at the end of October, up 8.0% from one year ago (19,329).
  • Foreclosures fell 11.4% from last month to 491, but represent a 13.7% increase year-over-year.
 

2025 Reports

 
Market Stats July2025
 
 
Market Stats June2025
 
 
Market Stats May2025
 
 
Market Stats Apr2025
 
 
Market Stats Mar2025
 
 
 
 
 
 

2025 Fast Stats

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News Releases

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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Mortgage Rates Fall to Their Lowest Level Since 2024: What This Means for Alabama Buyers

Mortgage Rates Fall to Their Lowest Level Since 2024: What This Means for Alabama Buyers

For the first time in nearly a year, mortgage rates in Alabama have taken a meaningful dip following the Federal Reserve's rate cut. Continue reading for what this activity means for ...
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Back-to-School Season Brings Seasonal Slowdown to Alabama Housing Market

Back-to-School Season Brings Seasonal Slowdown to Alabama Housing Market

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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