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Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 35205

Cullom Place · Five Points South · Glen Iris · Red Mountain · Southside · Titusville

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35205) currently shows 112 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 15.8% year-over-year, from $349,900 to $294,675.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 19,047  ·  Density: 1,970.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $48,681

Typical home value: $278,656  ·  Homeownership: 30.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
112
⇩ 8.9% vs 123 last year
Pending
22
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$294,675
⇩ 15.8% vs $349,900 last year
Average Price
$334,473
⇩ 40.2% vs $559,756 last year
Days on Market
52
⇩ 34.2% vs 79 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$211
⇩ 9.8% vs $234/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,434 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 112 this year vs 123 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 79 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $294,675 (-15.8% YoY)
  • Average: $334,473 (-40.2% 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 8.1 miles — 941 listings ($250,720,365 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35205Birmingham, AL 352050.0 mi100$32,074,400$248,950$320,744
35203Birmingham, AL 352031.6 mi42$19,772,340$310,000$470,770
35204Birmingham, AL 352042.6 mi51$5,756,115$106,417$112,865
35234Birmingham, AL 352343.1 mi34$6,185,620$189,975$181,930
35208Birmingham, AL 352084.1 mi113$13,371,968$106,753$118,336
35211Birmingham, AL 352114.6 mi125$17,193,375$109,900$137,547
35218Birmingham, AL 352185.0 mi35$3,576,405$90,925$102,183
35216Birmingham, AL 352165.3 mi105$40,844,475$304,750$388,995
35221Birmingham, AL 352216.1 mi23$2,030,325$90,000$88,275
35226Birmingham, AL 352267.0 mi146$77,124,646$458,200$528,251
35214Birmingham, AL 352147.2 mi82$11,091,074$127,450$135,257
35068Fultondale, AL 350688.0 mi83$21,549,622$268,360$259,634
35060Docena, AL 350608.1 mi2$150,000$75,000$75,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205?

As of March 2026, there are 112 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35205), compared to 123 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205 is $294,675 as of March 2026, a 15.8% decrease from $349,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 79 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205 save an estimated $5,894 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $294,675. 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.