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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35216

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
92
⇧ 12.2% vs 82 last year
Pending
23
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$319,500
⇧ 31.2% vs $243,450 last year
Average Price
$466,790
⇧ 20.6% vs $387,190 last year
Days on Market
65
⇩ 11% vs 73 days last year

Market Context

Population: 38,352  ·  Density: 1,140.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,237

Typical home value: $344,979  ·  Homeownership: 55.4%

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35216) currently shows 92 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 65 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 selling faster, averaging 65 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 31.2% year-over-year, from $243,450 to $319,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 92 this year vs 82 last year
  • Days on market: 65 now vs 73 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $319,500 (+31.2% YoY)
  • Average: $466,790 (+20.6% 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 10.4 miles — 1,257 listings ($633,541,161 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35216Birmingham, AL 352160.0 mi92$42,944,680$319,500$466,790
35209Birmingham, AL 352093.4 mi66$27,340,434$329,000$414,249
35244Birmingham, AL 352445.2 mi334$206,624,424$604,000$618,636
35205Birmingham, AL 352055.3 mi92$30,895,624$274,900$335,822
35233Birmingham, AL 352336.2 mi36$18,623,988$515,000$517,333
35242Birmingham, AL 352426.7 mi222$184,777,926$627,000$832,333
35203Birmingham, AL 352036.9 mi41$18,917,933$305,000$461,413
35124Pelham, AL 351247.5 mi148$77,523,140$475,338$523,805
35204Birmingham, AL 352047.7 mi45$5,192,595$100,000$115,391
35234Birmingham, AL 352348.4 mi34$5,746,170$162,500$169,005
35218Birmingham, AL 352188.6 mi30$2,717,100$82,450$90,570
35020Bessemer, AL 350209.7 mi84$9,365,916$101,950$111,499
35207Birmingham, AL 3520710.4 mi33$2,871,231$65,000$87,007

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35216?

As of January 2026, there are 92 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35216), compared to 82 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35216?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35216 is $319,500 as of January 2026, a 31.2% increase from $243,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35216 spend an average of 65 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 73 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35216?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35216 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 65 days on market compared to 73 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 35216 save an estimated $6,390 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $319,500. 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.