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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35226

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
129
⇩ 13.4% vs 149 last year
Pending
36
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$459,000
⇩ 17.9% vs $558,949 last year
Average Price
$524,782
⇩ 14.9% vs $616,592 last year
Days on Market
53
⇩ 29.3% vs 75 days last year

Market Context

Population: 38,079  ·  Density: 830.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $121,975

Typical home value: $364,834  ·  Homeownership: 80.4%

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35226) currently shows 129 active listings, with 36 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 20 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 17.9% year-over-year, from $558,949 to $459,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 129 this year vs 149 last year
  • Days on market: 53 now vs 75 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $459,000 (-17.9% YoY)
  • Average: $524,782 (-14.9% 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 10.2 miles — 1,108 listings ($552,944,130 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35226Birmingham, AL 352260.0 mi129$67,696,878$459,000$524,782
35216Birmingham, AL 352163.6 mi92$42,944,680$319,500$466,790
35221Birmingham, AL 352214.8 mi21$1,916,775$90,000$91,275
35228Birmingham, AL 352286.0 mi74$7,098,968$82,450$95,932
35243Birmingham, AL 352436.7 mi44$35,990,152$635,000$817,958
35205Birmingham, AL 352057.0 mi92$30,895,624$274,900$335,822
35124Pelham, AL 351247.5 mi148$77,523,140$475,338$523,805
35233Birmingham, AL 352338.1 mi36$18,623,988$515,000$517,333
35022Bessemer, AL 350228.1 mi138$49,489,008$329,900$358,616
35204Birmingham, AL 352048.6 mi45$5,192,595$100,000$115,391
35213Birmingham, AL 352139.5 mi26$21,416,876$474,900$823,726
35127Pleasant Grove, AL 351279.9 mi41$9,377,520$214,950$228,720
35242Birmingham, AL 3524210.2 mi222$184,777,926$627,000$832,333

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35226?

As of January 2026, there are 129 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35226), compared to 149 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35226?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35226 is $459,000 as of January 2026, a 17.9% decrease from $558,949 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35226 spend an average of 53 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 75 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35226?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35226 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 20 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 75 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 35226 save an estimated $9,180 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $459,000. 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.