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Ensley Highlands Shadyside West End

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35208

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Jefferson County
Buyer's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 35208

Ensley Highlands · Shadyside · West End

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35208) currently shows 119 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.1% year-over-year, from $110,000 to $100,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 14,629  ·  Density: 1,537.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $34,669

Typical home value: $85,206  ·  Homeownership: 61.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
119
⇧ 1.7% vs 117 last year
Pending
25
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$100,000
⇩ 9.1% vs $110,000 last year
Average Price
$116,971
⇩ 4.2% vs $122,103 last year
Days on Market
78
⇧ 14.7% vs 68 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$75
⇧ 2.7% vs $73/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,387 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 119 this year vs 117 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 68 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $100,000 (-9.1% YoY)
  • Average: $116,971 (-4.2% 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 8.2 miles — 778 listings ($196,055,627 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35208Birmingham, AL 352080.0 mi113$13,371,968$106,753$118,336
35204Birmingham, AL 352042.8 mi51$5,756,115$106,417$112,865
35211Birmingham, AL 352113.1 mi125$17,193,375$109,900$137,547
35228Birmingham, AL 352283.8 mi75$7,316,475$85,000$97,553
35061Dolomite, AL 350614.2 mi8$869,736$84,700$108,717
35224Birmingham, AL 352244.4 mi29$2,125,729$72,500$73,301
35233Birmingham, AL 352334.6 mi36$18,886,356$515,000$524,621
35234Birmingham, AL 352345.3 mi34$6,185,620$189,975$181,930
35127Pleasant Grove, AL 351275.6 mi41$9,163,992$222,450$223,512
35222Birmingham, AL 352226.6 mi42$18,189,360$378,750$433,080
35216Birmingham, AL 352167.5 mi105$40,844,475$304,750$388,995
35213Birmingham, AL 352137.9 mi36$34,602,804$486,175$961,189
35068Fultondale, AL 350688.2 mi83$21,549,622$268,360$259,634

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35208?

As of September 2026, there are 119 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35208), compared to 117 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35208?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35208 is $100,000 as of September 2026, a 9.1% decrease from $110,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35208 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 68 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35208?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35208 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

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