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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
66
⇧ 17.9% vs 56 last year
Pending
18
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$329,000
⇩ 11% vs $369,750 last year
Average Price
$414,249
⇧ 1.1% vs $409,678 last year
Days on Market
70
⇧ 14.8% vs 61 days last year

Market Context

Population: 29,884  ·  Density: 1,202.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $74,742

Typical home value: $434,799  ·  Homeownership: 51.6%

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35209) currently shows 66 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 70 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 70 days on market compared to 61 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11% year-over-year, from $369,750 to $329,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 66 this year vs 56 last year
  • Days on market: 70 now vs 61 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $329,000 (-11% YoY)
  • Average: $414,249 (+1.1% 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 8.9 miles — 939 listings ($375,144,293 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35209Birmingham, AL 352090.0 mi66$27,340,434$329,000$414,249
35233Birmingham, AL 352333.1 mi36$18,623,988$515,000$517,333
35211Birmingham, AL 352113.5 mi115$14,593,845$105,900$126,903
35204Birmingham, AL 352044.3 mi45$5,192,595$100,000$115,391
35208Birmingham, AL 352084.5 mi116$13,944,592$109,900$120,212
35222Birmingham, AL 352224.7 mi42$17,433,444$369,900$415,082
35226Birmingham, AL 352265.0 mi129$67,696,878$459,000$524,782
35234Birmingham, AL 352345.2 mi34$5,746,170$162,500$169,005
35064Fairfield, AL 350646.3 mi39$4,211,844$90,000$107,996
35212Birmingham, AL 352126.6 mi57$12,282,645$209,900$215,485
35061Dolomite, AL 350617.9 mi7$890,736$124,950$127,248
35242Birmingham, AL 352428.6 mi222$184,777,926$627,000$832,333
35224Birmingham, AL 352248.9 mi31$2,409,196$73,000$77,716

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209?

As of January 2026, there are 66 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35209), compared to 56 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209 is $329,000 as of January 2026, a 11% decrease from $369,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209 spend an average of 70 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 61 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 70 days on market compared to 61 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 35209 save an estimated $6,580 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $329,000. 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.