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LOCUST FORK, AL 35097

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Blount County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇧ 33.3% vs 3 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$299,000
⇧ 9.7% vs $272,450 last year
Average Price
$313,725
⇧ 15.1% vs $272,450 last year
Days on Market
96
⇧ 71.4% vs 56 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,930  ·  Density: 94.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $72,917

Typical home value: $135,398  ·  Homeownership: 91.8%

Market Analysis

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

The LOCUST FORK, AL real estate market (35097) currently shows 4 active listings. Homes are averaging 96 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 96 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 9.7% year-over-year, from $272,450 to $299,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 96 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $299,000 (+9.7% YoY)
  • Average: $313,725 (+15.1% 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 22.2 miles — 883 listings ($262,761,301 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35097Locust Fork, AL 350970.0 mi4$1,254,900$299,000$313,725
35172Trafford, AL 351725.6 mi8$1,695,408$209,950$211,926
35079Hayden, AL 350797.9 mi37$17,040,350$259,500$460,550
35126Pinson, AL 3512611.7 mi113$28,923,141$239,900$255,957
35146Springville, AL 3514613.3 mi67$28,873,851$363,000$430,953
35116Morris, AL 3511614.2 mi36$16,915,428$367,300$469,873
35031Blountsville, AL 3503114.8 mi25$7,027,300$225,000$281,092
35215Birmingham, AL 3521517.8 mi217$37,959,376$165,000$174,928
35055Cullman, AL 3505519.2 mi154$49,910,476$298,700$324,094
35120Odenville, AL 3512019.8 mi117$39,387,348$277,900$336,644
35952Altoona, AL 3595221.1 mi20$5,312,340$244,900$265,617
35004Moody, AL 3500421.8 mi77$26,384,743$305,000$342,659
35987Steele, AL 3598722.2 mi8$2,076,640$195,000$259,580

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LOCUST FORK, AL 35097?

As of January 2026, there are 4 active listings in LOCUST FORK, AL (zip code 35097), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LOCUST FORK, AL 35097?

The median listing price in LOCUST FORK, AL 35097 is $299,000 as of January 2026, a 9.7% increase from $272,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in LOCUST FORK, AL 35097 spend an average of 96 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LOCUST FORK, AL 35097?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LOCUST FORK, AL 35097 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 96 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LOCUST FORK, AL 35097 save an estimated $5,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $299,000. 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.