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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35214

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
81
⇩ 10% vs 90 last year
Pending
24
30% pending ratio
Median Price
$126,500
⇧ 1.2% vs $125,000 last year
Average Price
$138,140
⇩ 0.5% vs $138,862 last year
Days on Market
77
⇩ 11.5% vs 87 days last year

Market Context

Population: 17,507  ·  Density: 272.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $55,703

Typical home value: $146,440  ·  Homeownership: 66.6%

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35214) currently shows 81 active listings, with 24 pending sales. Homes are averaging 77 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 77 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.2% year-over-year, from $125,000 to $126,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 81 this year vs 90 last year
  • Days on market: 77 now vs 87 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $126,500 (+1.2% YoY)
  • Average: $138,140 (-0.5% 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 8.5 miles — 638 listings ($96,786,271 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35214Birmingham, AL 352140.0 mi81$11,189,340$126,500$138,140
35207Birmingham, AL 352074.0 mi33$2,871,231$65,000$87,007
35224Birmingham, AL 352244.3 mi31$2,409,196$73,000$77,716
35204Birmingham, AL 352044.6 mi45$5,192,595$100,000$115,391
35208Birmingham, AL 352085.3 mi116$13,944,592$109,900$120,212
35203Birmingham, AL 352036.0 mi41$18,917,933$305,000$461,413
35117Mount Olive, AL 351176.8 mi35$11,046,280$305,000$315,608
35064Fairfield, AL 350647.0 mi39$4,211,844$90,000$107,996
35127Pleasant Grove, AL 351277.5 mi41$9,377,520$214,950$228,720
35073Graysville, AL 350737.6 mi14$1,471,750$109,000$105,125
35217Birmingham, AL 352177.8 mi67$7,138,247$95,450$106,541
35228Birmingham, AL 352288.3 mi74$7,098,968$82,450$95,932
35221Birmingham, AL 352218.5 mi21$1,916,775$90,000$91,275

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35214?

As of January 2026, there are 81 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35214), compared to 90 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35214?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35214 is $126,500 as of January 2026, a 1.2% increase from $125,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35214 spend an average of 77 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 87 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35214?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35214 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 77 days on market compared to 87 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 35214 save an estimated $2,530 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $126,500. 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.