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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
36
⇧ 80% vs 20 last year
Pending
1
3% pending ratio
Median Price
$515,000
⇧ 73.2% vs $297,425 last year
Average Price
$517,333
⇧ 37.6% vs $376,057 last year
Days on Market
233
⇧ 194.9% vs 79 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,787  ·  Density: 706.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $57,740

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 11.2%

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35233) currently shows 36 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 233 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 233 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 73.2% year-over-year, from $297,425 to $515,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 36 this year vs 20 last year
  • Days on market: 233 now vs 79 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $515,000 (+73.2% YoY)
  • Average: $517,333 (+37.6% 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 8.1 miles — 782 listings ($233,527,089 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35233Birmingham, AL 352330.0 mi36$18,623,988$515,000$517,333
35205Birmingham, AL 352051.1 mi92$30,895,624$274,900$335,822
35234Birmingham, AL 352342.1 mi34$5,746,170$162,500$169,005
35209Birmingham, AL 352093.1 mi66$27,340,434$329,000$414,249
35212Birmingham, AL 352123.9 mi57$12,282,645$209,900$215,485
35207Birmingham, AL 352074.3 mi33$2,871,231$65,000$87,007
35218Birmingham, AL 352185.3 mi30$2,717,100$82,450$90,570
35243Birmingham, AL 352435.8 mi44$35,990,152$635,000$817,958
35206Birmingham, AL 352066.6 mi99$13,208,877$121,200$133,423
35221Birmingham, AL 352217.0 mi21$1,916,775$90,000$91,275
35217Birmingham, AL 352177.1 mi67$7,138,247$95,450$106,541
35228Birmingham, AL 352287.8 mi74$7,098,968$82,450$95,932
35226Birmingham, AL 352268.1 mi129$67,696,878$459,000$524,782

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233?

As of January 2026, there are 36 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35233), compared to 20 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233 is $515,000 as of January 2026, a 73.2% increase from $297,425 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233 spend an average of 233 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 79 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 233 days on market compared to 79 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 35233 save an estimated $10,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $515,000. 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.