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BESSEMER, AL 35020

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Jefferson County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
84
⇧ 15.1% vs 73 last year
Pending
19
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$101,950
⇧ 0.5% vs $101,474 last year
Average Price
$111,499
⇩ 4.9% vs $117,290 last year
Days on Market
64
⇩ 12.3% vs 73 days last year

Market Context

Population: 25,713  ·  Density: 599.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $31,257

Typical home value: $85,249  ·  Homeownership: 54.8%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The BESSEMER, AL real estate market (35020) currently shows 84 active listings, with 19 pending sales. Homes are averaging 64 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 64 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.5% year-over-year, from $101,474 to $101,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 84 this year vs 73 last year
  • Days on market: 64 now vs 73 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $101,950 (+0.5% YoY)
  • Average: $111,499 (-4.9% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.2 miles — 897 listings ($258,871,582 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35020Bessemer, AL 350200.0 mi84$9,365,916$101,950$111,499
35221Birmingham, AL 352214.4 mi21$1,916,775$90,000$91,275
35022Bessemer, AL 350225.1 mi138$49,489,008$329,900$358,616
35211Birmingham, AL 352115.8 mi115$14,593,845$105,900$126,903
35226Birmingham, AL 352266.4 mi129$67,696,878$459,000$524,782
35218Birmingham, AL 352187.9 mi30$2,717,100$82,450$90,570
35224Birmingham, AL 352248.6 mi31$2,409,196$73,000$77,716
35209Birmingham, AL 352099.2 mi66$27,340,434$329,000$414,249
35204Birmingham, AL 3520410.4 mi45$5,192,595$100,000$115,391
35080Helena, AL 3508010.6 mi103$44,579,739$419,900$432,813
35118Mulga, AL 3511810.8 mi13$3,462,823$299,900$266,371
35203Birmingham, AL 3520311.4 mi41$18,917,933$305,000$461,413
35214Birmingham, AL 3521412.2 mi81$11,189,340$126,500$138,140

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BESSEMER, AL 35020?

As of January 2026, there are 84 active listings in BESSEMER, AL (zip code 35020), compared to 73 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BESSEMER, AL 35020?

The median listing price in BESSEMER, AL 35020 is $101,950 as of January 2026, a 0.5% increase from $101,474 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in BESSEMER, AL?

Homes in BESSEMER, AL 35020 spend an average of 64 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 73 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BESSEMER, AL 35020?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BESSEMER, AL 35020 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 64 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in BESSEMER, AL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BESSEMER, AL 35020 save an estimated $2,039 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $101,950. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.