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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35215

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
217
⇧ 17.3% vs 185 last year
Pending
59
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$165,000
⇩ 3.5% vs $170,950 last year
Average Price
$174,928
⇩ 1.2% vs $177,066 last year
Days on Market
75
⇧ 8.7% vs 69 days last year

Market Context

Population: 46,738  ·  Density: 638.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $47,975

Typical home value: $134,118  ·  Homeownership: 55.0%

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35215) currently shows 217 active listings, with 59 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 32 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 69 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.5% year-over-year, from $170,950 to $165,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 217 this year vs 185 last year
  • Days on market: 75 now vs 69 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $165,000 (-3.5% YoY)
  • Average: $174,928 (-1.2% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.2 miles — 939 listings ($255,744,512 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35215Birmingham, AL 352150.0 mi217$37,959,376$165,000$174,928
35217Birmingham, AL 352174.4 mi67$7,138,247$95,450$106,541
35126Pinson, AL 351266.3 mi113$28,923,141$239,900$255,957
35212Birmingham, AL 352127.5 mi57$12,282,645$209,900$215,485
35068Fultondale, AL 350687.8 mi82$23,386,564$268,355$285,202
35207Birmingham, AL 352078.8 mi33$2,871,231$65,000$87,007
35222Birmingham, AL 352229.4 mi42$17,433,444$369,900$415,082
35213Birmingham, AL 3521310.1 mi26$21,416,876$474,900$823,726
35203Birmingham, AL 3520310.9 mi41$18,917,933$305,000$461,413
35233Birmingham, AL 3523311.2 mi36$18,623,988$515,000$517,333
35204Birmingham, AL 3520411.8 mi45$5,192,595$100,000$115,391
35094Leeds, AL 3509412.1 mi88$30,702,848$339,900$348,896
35205Birmingham, AL 3520512.2 mi92$30,895,624$274,900$335,822

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35215?

As of January 2026, there are 217 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35215), compared to 185 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35215?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35215 is $165,000 as of January 2026, a 3.5% decrease from $170,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35215 spend an average of 75 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 69 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35215?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35215 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 32 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 69 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 35215 save an estimated $3,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $165,000. 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.