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COTTONDALE, AL 35453

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Tuscaloosa County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
32
⇩ 13.5% vs 37 last year
Pending
10
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$269,450
⇩ 0.7% vs $271,350 last year
Average Price
$275,994
⇧ 3.7% vs $266,243 last year
Days on Market
68
⇧ 25.9% vs 54 days last year

Market Context

Population: 12,130  ·  Density: 51.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,949

Typical home value: $161,095  ·  Homeownership: 84.2%

Market Analysis

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

The COTTONDALE, AL real estate market (35453) currently shows 32 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.7% year-over-year, from $271,350 to $269,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 32 this year vs 37 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 54 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $269,450 (-0.7% YoY)
  • Average: $275,994 (+3.7% 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 27.2 miles — 927 listings ($433,420,963 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35453Cottondale, AL 354530.0 mi32$8,831,808$269,450$275,994
35456Duncanville, AL 354567.8 mi4$1,472,932$379,900$368,233
35405Tuscaloosa, AL 354059.9 mi268$79,186,764$264,480$295,473
35406Tuscaloosa, AL 3540612.7 mi108$95,001,552$654,900$879,644
35401Tuscaloosa, AL 3540113.3 mi151$108,961,298$495,000$721,598
35473Northport, AL 3547313.7 mi56$18,744,320$314,000$334,720
35184West Blocton, AL 3518414.7 mi10$2,309,000$192,400$230,900
35474Moundville, AL 3547418.9 mi40$12,249,560$287,400$306,239
35452Coker, AL 3545219.2 mi7$2,444,148$357,363$349,164
35446Buhl, AL 3544621.2 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
35475Northport, AL 3547521.7 mi107$72,363,993$490,000$676,299
35480Ralph, AL 3548024.7 mi5$2,324,750$442,400$464,950
35023Bessemer, AL 3502327.2 mi138$28,931,838$198,750$209,651

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COTTONDALE, AL 35453?

As of January 2026, there are 32 active listings in COTTONDALE, AL (zip code 35453), compared to 37 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COTTONDALE, AL 35453?

The median listing price in COTTONDALE, AL 35453 is $269,450 as of January 2026, a 0.7% decrease from $271,350 the prior year.

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

Homes in COTTONDALE, AL 35453 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 54 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COTTONDALE, AL 35453?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, COTTONDALE, AL 35453 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COTTONDALE, AL 35453 save an estimated $5,389 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $269,450. 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.