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CHELSEA, AL 35043

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
124
⇧ 6.9% vs 116 last year
Pending
41
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$407,675
⇩ 5% vs $428,950 last year
Average Price
$613,080
⇧ 6.5% vs $575,737 last year
Days on Market
67
⇩ 6.9% vs 72 days last year

Market Context

Population: 14,564  ·  Density: 121.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $106,660

Typical home value: $302,248  ·  Homeownership: 89.7%

Market Analysis

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

The CHELSEA, AL real estate market (35043) currently shows 124 active listings, with 41 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 67 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5% year-over-year, from $428,950 to $407,675.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 124 this year vs 116 last year
  • Days on market: 67 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $407,675 (-5% YoY)
  • Average: $613,080 (+6.5% 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 16.2 miles — 1,268 listings ($622,323,056 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35043Chelsea, AL 350430.0 mi124$76,021,920$407,675$613,080
35051Columbiana, AL 350517.7 mi56$31,410,624$349,940$560,904
35186Wilsonville, AL 351869.2 mi23$14,618,432$437,450$635,584
35244Birmingham, AL 3524410.1 mi334$206,624,424$604,000$618,636
35147Sterrett, AL 3514710.3 mi42$24,653,874$464,900$586,997
35226Birmingham, AL 3522612.3 mi129$67,696,878$459,000$524,782
35223Birmingham, AL 3522313.1 mi18$16,098,606$699,000$894,367
35209Birmingham, AL 3520913.8 mi66$27,340,434$329,000$414,249
35040Calera, AL 3504014.7 mi153$55,287,774$282,075$361,358
35080Helena, AL 3508015.4 mi103$44,579,739$419,900$432,813
35211Birmingham, AL 3521115.7 mi115$14,593,845$105,900$126,903
35233Birmingham, AL 3523316.0 mi36$18,623,988$515,000$517,333
35210Birmingham, AL 3521016.2 mi69$24,772,518$295,950$359,022

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHELSEA, AL 35043?

As of January 2026, there are 124 active listings in CHELSEA, AL (zip code 35043), compared to 116 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHELSEA, AL 35043?

The median listing price in CHELSEA, AL 35043 is $407,675 as of January 2026, a 5% decrease from $428,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHELSEA, AL 35043 spend an average of 67 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHELSEA, AL 35043?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHELSEA, AL 35043 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 67 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHELSEA, AL 35043 save an estimated $8,154 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $407,675. 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.