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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35217

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 35217

Airport Highlands · Airport Hills · Brownsville Heights · Brummit Heights · East Birmingham · Eastbrook Manor · Eastpointe · Fultondale Estates · Maple Grove · Penfield Park · Pine Knoll Vista · Tarrant Garden Estates · Woodlawn

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35217) currently shows 74 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 50 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 50 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.8% year-over-year, from $95,500 to $96,300.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 12,630  ·  Density: 275.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $37,220

Typical home value: $112,112  ·  Homeownership: 47.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
74
⇧ 7.2% vs 69 last year
Pending
20
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$96,300
⇧ 0.8% vs $95,500 last year
Average Price
$122,703
⇧ 15.4% vs $106,286 last year
Days on Market
50
⇩ 20.6% vs 63 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$79
⇩ 3.7% vs $82/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,330 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 74 this year vs 69 last year
  • Days on market: 50 now vs 63 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $96,300 (+0.8% YoY)
  • Average: $122,703 (+15.4% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 10.3 miles — 822 listings ($210,078,273 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35217Birmingham, AL 352170.0 mi69$7,298,682$90,900$105,778
35068Fultondale, AL 350684.1 mi83$21,549,622$268,360$259,634
35215Birmingham, AL 352154.4 mi212$36,574,028$163,450$172,519
35234Birmingham, AL 352345.2 mi34$6,185,620$189,975$181,930
35235Birmingham, AL 352356.4 mi90$19,183,320$210,625$213,148
35213Birmingham, AL 352137.0 mi36$34,602,804$486,175$961,189
35233Birmingham, AL 352337.2 mi36$18,886,356$515,000$524,621
35214Birmingham, AL 352147.8 mi82$11,091,074$127,450$135,257
35205Birmingham, AL 352058.2 mi100$32,074,400$248,950$320,744
35116Morris, AL 351168.6 mi42$18,774,462$391,450$447,011
35036Brookside, AL 350369.2 mi1$131,500$131,500$131,500
35060Docena, AL 3506010.2 mi2$150,000$75,000$75,000
35218Birmingham, AL 3521810.3 mi35$3,576,405$90,925$102,183

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35217?

As of September 2026, there are 74 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35217), compared to 69 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35217?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35217 is $96,300 as of September 2026, a 0.8% increase from $95,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35217 spend an average of 50 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 63 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35217?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35217 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 50 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in BIRMINGHAM, AL?

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