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DECATUR, AL 35603

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
June 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The DECATUR, AL real estate market (35603) currently shows 236 active listings, with 77 pending sales. Homes are averaging 65 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 14 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.9% year-over-year, from $337,477 to $334,400.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 32,372  ·  Density: 176.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,453

Typical home value: $219,352  ·  Homeownership: 72.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
236
⇩ 5.6% vs 250 last year
Pending
77
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$334,400
⇩ 0.9% vs $337,477 last year
Average Price
$457,674
⇧ 16.7% vs $392,325 last year
Days on Market
65
⇧ 14% vs 57 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$155
⇧ 2% vs $152/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,212 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 236 this year vs 250 last year
  • Days on market: 65 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $334,400 (-0.9% YoY)
  • Average: $457,674 (+16.7% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 23.6 miles — 1,825 listings ($839,183,796 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35603Decatur, AL 356030.0 mi212$92,971,752$325,025$438,546
35640Hartselle, AL 356406.8 mi106$43,610,202$286,248$411,417
35671Tanner, AL 356719.0 mi10$4,133,780$339,000$413,378
35756Madison, AL 3575611.1 mi426$231,289,458$500,000$542,933
35824Huntsville, AL 3582414.3 mi64$28,693,440$374,725$448,335
35670Somerville, AL 3567014.8 mi34$17,596,802$374,900$517,553
35611Athens, AL 3561117.1 mi284$119,635,852$336,975$421,253
35179Vinemont, AL 3517918.5 mi28$10,997,784$309,900$392,778
35650Moulton, AL 3565020.0 mi39$14,420,640$304,925$369,760
35613Athens, AL 3561320.4 mi399$190,685,691$465,800$477,909
35757Madison, AL 3575721.3 mi130$60,152,950$439,900$462,715
35805Huntsville, AL 3580522.9 mi70$17,718,820$217,425$253,126
35614Athens, AL 3561423.6 mi23$7,276,625$289,900$316,375

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DECATUR, AL 35603?

As of June 2026, there are 236 active listings in DECATUR, AL (zip code 35603), compared to 250 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DECATUR, AL 35603?

The median listing price in DECATUR, AL 35603 is $334,400 as of June 2026, a 0.9% decrease from $337,477 the prior year.

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

Homes in DECATUR, AL 35603 spend an average of 65 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 57 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DECATUR, AL 35603?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, DECATUR, AL 35603 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 14 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DECATUR, AL 35603 save an estimated $6,688 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $334,400. 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.