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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
93
⇧ 24% vs 75 last year
Pending
38
41% pending ratio
Median Price
$199,900
⇩ 7.6% vs $216,450 last year
Average Price
$199,179
⇩ 15.6% vs $236,083 last year
Days on Market
76
⇧ 16.9% vs 65 days last year

Market Context

Population: 20,043  ·  Density: 573.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,476

Typical home value: $145,132  ·  Homeownership: 64.5%

Market Analysis

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

The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35235) currently shows 93 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 76 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 76 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.6% year-over-year, from $216,450 to $199,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 93 this year vs 75 last year
  • Days on market: 76 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $199,900 (-7.6% YoY)
  • Average: $199,179 (-15.6% 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 13.4 miles — 1,064 listings ($485,374,377 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35235Birmingham, AL 352350.0 mi93$18,523,647$199,900$199,179
35206Birmingham, AL 352064.9 mi99$13,208,877$121,200$133,423
35173Trussville, AL 351735.6 mi239$122,087,414$457,675$510,826
35212Birmingham, AL 352127.6 mi57$12,282,645$209,900$215,485
35094Leeds, AL 350948.4 mi88$30,702,848$339,900$348,896
35213Birmingham, AL 352139.3 mi26$21,416,876$474,900$823,726
35223Birmingham, AL 3522310.2 mi18$16,098,606$699,000$894,367
35116Morris, AL 3511610.4 mi36$16,915,428$367,300$469,873
35207Birmingham, AL 3520710.5 mi33$2,871,231$65,000$87,007
35233Birmingham, AL 3523311.5 mi36$18,623,988$515,000$517,333
35071Gardendale, AL 3507112.6 mi72$22,672,296$292,000$314,893
35204Birmingham, AL 3520412.8 mi45$5,192,595$100,000$115,391
35242Birmingham, AL 3524213.4 mi222$184,777,926$627,000$832,333

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235?

As of January 2026, there are 93 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35235), compared to 75 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235?

The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235 is $199,900 as of January 2026, a 7.6% decrease from $216,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235 spend an average of 76 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 76 days on market compared to 65 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 35235 save an estimated $3,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $199,900. 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.