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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
115
⇧ 2.7% vs 112 last year
Pending
32
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$105,900
⇩ 14.9% vs $124,425 last year
Average Price
$126,903
⇩ 29.5% vs $179,996 last year
Days on Market
67
⇧ 19.6% vs 56 days last year

Market Context

Population: 24,795  ·  Density: 578.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $32,677

Typical home value: $93,450  ·  Homeownership: 41.6%

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35211) currently shows 115 active listings, with 32 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14.9% year-over-year, from $124,425 to $105,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 115 this year vs 112 last year
  • Days on market: 67 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $105,900 (-14.9% YoY)
  • Average: $126,903 (-29.5% 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 8.4 miles — 1,021 listings ($346,454,890 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35211Birmingham, AL 352110.0 mi115$14,593,845$105,900$126,903
35228Birmingham, AL 352283.0 mi74$7,098,968$82,450$95,932
35064Fairfield, AL 350643.2 mi39$4,211,844$90,000$107,996
35218Birmingham, AL 352184.0 mi30$2,717,100$82,450$90,570
35205Birmingham, AL 352054.6 mi92$30,895,624$274,900$335,822
35204Birmingham, AL 352045.1 mi45$5,192,595$100,000$115,391
35233Birmingham, AL 352335.6 mi36$18,623,988$515,000$517,333
35020Bessemer, AL 350205.9 mi84$9,365,916$101,950$111,499
35224Birmingham, AL 352246.8 mi31$2,409,196$73,000$77,716
35244Birmingham, AL 352447.4 mi334$206,624,424$604,000$618,636
35222Birmingham, AL 352227.6 mi42$17,433,444$369,900$415,082
35223Birmingham, AL 352238.1 mi18$16,098,606$699,000$894,367
35214Birmingham, AL 352148.4 mi81$11,189,340$126,500$138,140

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211?

As of January 2026, there are 115 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35211), compared to 112 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211 is $105,900 as of January 2026, a 14.9% decrease from $124,425 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211 spend an average of 67 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 BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 56 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 35211 save an estimated $2,118 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $105,900. 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.