Active Listings
222
⇩ 19.6% vs 276 last year
Population: 56,466 · Density: 416.3/mi² · Median household income: $115,541
Typical home value: $433,408 · Homeownership: 73.5%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The BIRMINGHAM, AL real estate market (35242) currently shows 222 active listings, with 66 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 54 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
The median listing price has risen 13.2% year-over-year, from $553,675 to $627,000.
Whether you are buying or selling in BIRMINGHAM, AL, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35242 | Birmingham, AL 35242 | 0.0 mi | 222 | $184,777,926 | $627,000 | $832,333 |
| 35223 | Birmingham, AL 35223 | 5.8 mi | 18 | $16,098,606 | $699,000 | $894,367 |
| 35213 | Birmingham, AL 35213 | 7.1 mi | 26 | $21,416,876 | $474,900 | $823,726 |
| 35147 | Sterrett, AL 35147 | 8.1 mi | 42 | $24,653,874 | $464,900 | $586,997 |
| 35209 | Birmingham, AL 35209 | 8.6 mi | 66 | $27,340,434 | $329,000 | $414,249 |
| 35094 | Leeds, AL 35094 | 9.2 mi | 88 | $30,702,848 | $339,900 | $348,896 |
| 35205 | Birmingham, AL 35205 | 9.3 mi | 92 | $30,895,624 | $274,900 | $335,822 |
| 35212 | Birmingham, AL 35212 | 9.8 mi | 57 | $12,282,645 | $209,900 | $215,485 |
| 35244 | Birmingham, AL 35244 | 10.3 mi | 334 | $206,624,424 | $604,000 | $618,636 |
| 35206 | Birmingham, AL 35206 | 10.4 mi | 99 | $13,208,877 | $121,200 | $133,423 |
| 35234 | Birmingham, AL 35234 | 11.1 mi | 34 | $5,746,170 | $162,500 | $169,005 |
| 35204 | Birmingham, AL 35204 | 11.9 mi | 45 | $5,192,595 | $100,000 | $115,391 |
| 35207 | Birmingham, AL 35207 | 13.3 mi | 33 | $2,871,231 | $65,000 | $87,007 |
As of January 2026, there are 222 active listings in BIRMINGHAM, AL (zip code 35242), compared to 276 the prior year.
The median listing price in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35242 is $627,000 as of January 2026, a 13.2% increase from $553,675 the prior year.
Homes in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35242 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 78 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35242 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 54 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BIRMINGHAM, AL 35242 save an estimated $12,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $627,000. 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.