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TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
151
⇧ 29.1% vs 117 last year
Pending
33
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$495,000
⇧ 43% vs $346,150 last year
Average Price
$721,598
⇧ 27.3% vs $566,745 last year
Days on Market
86
⇧ 30.3% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 39,168  ·  Density: 377.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $27,497

Typical home value: $124,983  ·  Homeownership: 32.7%

Market Analysis

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

The TUSCALOOSA, AL real estate market (35401) currently shows 151 active listings, with 33 pending sales. Homes are averaging 86 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 34 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 86 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 43% year-over-year, from $346,150 to $495,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 151 this year vs 117 last year
  • Days on market: 86 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $495,000 (+43% YoY)
  • Average: $721,598 (+27.3% 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 28.8 miles — 612 listings ($245,718,666 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35401Tuscaloosa, AL 354010.0 mi151$108,961,298$495,000$721,598
35405Tuscaloosa, AL 354055.5 mi268$79,186,764$264,480$295,473
35404Tuscaloosa, AL 354047.9 mi87$27,367,938$279,950$314,574
35452Coker, AL 354528.3 mi7$2,444,148$357,363$349,164
35480Ralph, AL 3548012.4 mi5$2,324,750$442,400$464,950
35456Duncanville, AL 3545613.5 mi4$1,472,932$379,900$368,233
35474Moundville, AL 3547416.9 mi40$12,249,560$287,400$306,239
35458Elrod, AL 3545817.5 mi1$344,900$344,900$344,900
35444Brookwood, AL 3544421.0 mi13$3,323,632$255,000$255,664
35441Akron, AL 3544123.3 mi6$2,377,458$126,000$396,243
35440Abernant, AL 3544025.4 mi1$357,900$357,900$357,900
35034Brent, AL 3503427.8 mi9$1,517,886$162,900$168,654
35481Reform, AL 3548128.8 mi20$3,789,500$144,950$189,475

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401?

As of January 2026, there are 151 active listings in TUSCALOOSA, AL (zip code 35401), compared to 117 the prior year.

What is the median home price in TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401?

The median listing price in TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401 is $495,000 as of January 2026, a 43% increase from $346,150 the prior year.

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

Homes in TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401 spend an average of 86 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 66 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 34 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 86 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401 save an estimated $9,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $495,000. 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.