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GARDENDALE, AL 35071

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

Market Analysis

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

The GARDENDALE, AL real estate market (35071) currently shows 81 active listings, with 30 pending sales. Homes are averaging 40 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 40 days on market compared to 44 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.8% year-over-year, from $305,950 to $276,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 17,459  ·  Density: 116.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $78,914

Typical home value: $224,804  ·  Homeownership: 76.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
81
⇧ 15.7% vs 70 last year
Pending
30
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$276,000
⇩ 9.8% vs $305,950 last year
Average Price
$310,695
⇩ 9.9% vs $344,675 last year
Days on Market
40
⇩ 9.1% vs 44 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$159
⇩ 0.6% vs $160/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,706 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 81 this year vs 70 last year
  • Days on market: 40 now vs 44 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $276,000 (-9.8% YoY)
  • Average: $310,695 (-9.9% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.9 miles — 592 listings ($144,840,727 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35071Gardendale, AL 350710.0 mi74$23,439,352$285,000$316,748
35116Morris, AL 351164.7 mi42$18,774,462$391,450$447,011
35091Kimberly, AL 350916.3 mi45$13,223,520$284,400$293,856
35217Birmingham, AL 352178.2 mi69$7,298,682$90,900$105,778
35073Graysville, AL 350738.6 mi12$1,163,148$107,000$96,929
35214Birmingham, AL 352149.4 mi82$11,091,074$127,450$135,257
35062Dora, AL 3506210.8 mi25$9,437,175$352,400$377,487
35060Docena, AL 3506011.2 mi2$150,000$75,000$75,000
35005Adamsville, AL 3500511.8 mi35$4,761,400$131,150$136,040
35212Birmingham, AL 3521212.0 mi71$14,938,755$202,450$210,405
35063Empire, AL 3506312.5 mi3$1,607,499$545,000$535,833
35235Birmingham, AL 3523512.6 mi90$19,183,320$210,625$213,148
35203Birmingham, AL 3520312.9 mi42$19,772,340$310,000$470,770

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GARDENDALE, AL 35071?

As of March 2026, there are 81 active listings in GARDENDALE, AL (zip code 35071), compared to 70 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GARDENDALE, AL 35071?

The median listing price in GARDENDALE, AL 35071 is $276,000 as of March 2026, a 9.8% decrease from $305,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in GARDENDALE, AL 35071 spend an average of 40 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 44 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GARDENDALE, AL 35071?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, GARDENDALE, AL 35071 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 40 days on market compared to 44 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GARDENDALE, AL 35071 save an estimated $5,520 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $276,000. 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.