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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35210

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
69
⇧ 1.5% vs 68 last year
Pending
14
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$295,950
⇩ 4.5% vs $309,750 last year
Average Price
$359,022
⇧ 3.5% vs $346,871 last year
Days on Market
64
⇩ 27.3% vs 88 days last year

Market Context

Population: 13,230  ·  Density: 205.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $70,902

Typical home value: $206,534  ·  Homeownership: 72.0%

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35210) currently shows 69 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 64 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 selling faster, averaging 64 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.5% year-over-year, from $309,750 to $295,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 69 this year vs 68 last year
  • Days on market: 64 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $295,950 (-4.5% YoY)
  • Average: $359,022 (+3.5% 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 11.9 miles — 668 listings ($222,903,939 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35210Birmingham, AL 352100.0 mi69$24,772,518$295,950$359,022
35212Birmingham, AL 352125.0 mi57$12,282,645$209,900$215,485
35235Birmingham, AL 352355.2 mi93$18,523,647$199,900$199,179
35222Birmingham, AL 352226.1 mi42$17,433,444$369,900$415,082
35217Birmingham, AL 352177.0 mi67$7,138,247$95,450$106,541
35234Birmingham, AL 352347.9 mi34$5,746,170$162,500$169,005
35243Birmingham, AL 352438.2 mi44$35,990,152$635,000$817,958
35203Birmingham, AL 352038.5 mi41$18,917,933$305,000$461,413
35207Birmingham, AL 352079.2 mi33$2,871,231$65,000$87,007
35209Birmingham, AL 352099.9 mi66$27,340,434$329,000$414,249
35176Vandiver, AL 3517610.4 mi3$848,901$189,900$282,967
35004Moody, AL 3500410.8 mi77$26,384,743$305,000$342,659
35147Sterrett, AL 3514711.9 mi42$24,653,874$464,900$586,997

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35210?

As of January 2026, there are 69 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35210), compared to 68 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35210?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35210 is $295,950 as of January 2026, a 4.5% decrease from $309,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35210 spend an average of 64 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35210?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35210 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 64 days on market compared to 88 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 35210 save an estimated $5,919 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $295,950. 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.