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ATHENS, AL 35611

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

Market Analysis

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

The ATHENS, AL real estate market (35611) currently shows 294 active listings, with 77 pending sales. Homes are averaging 93 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 41 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 93 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.4% year-over-year, from $318,641 to $335,700.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,375  ·  Density: 95.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,094

Typical home value: $169,718  ·  Homeownership: 60.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
294
⇧ 16.2% vs 253 last year
Pending
77
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$335,700
⇧ 5.4% vs $318,641 last year
Average Price
$420,556
⇧ 14.4% vs $367,751 last year
Days on Market
93
⇩ 5.1% vs 98 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$173
⇧ 3% vs $168/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,024 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 294 this year vs 253 last year
  • Days on market: 93 now vs 98 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $335,700 (+5.4% YoY)
  • Average: $420,556 (+14.4% 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 21.6 miles — 1,444 listings ($644,657,191 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35611Athens, AL 356110.0 mi284$119,635,852$336,975$421,253
35643Hillsboro, AL 356439.7 mi9$2,420,226$225,000$268,914
35601Decatur, AL 3560111.8 mi136$40,055,536$239,900$294,526
35620Elkmont, AL 3562012.6 mi40$13,723,440$289,900$343,086
35647Lester, AL 3564714.0 mi2$1,399,800$699,900$699,900
35618Courtland, AL 3561815.2 mi6$1,349,400$220,000$224,900
35610Anderson, AL 3561015.6 mi7$3,793,699$562,450$541,957
35756Madison, AL 3575617.2 mi426$231,289,458$500,000$542,933
35749Harvest, AL 3574919.0 mi304$114,606,480$339,975$376,995
35758Madison, AL 3575819.5 mi192$99,286,464$497,400$517,117
38477Prospect, TN 3847720.2 mi10$4,791,000$332,500$479,100
35648Lexington, AL 3564821.4 mi10$5,222,080$309,675$522,208
35739Ardmore, AL 3573921.6 mi18$7,083,756$296,175$393,542

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ATHENS, AL 35611?

As of March 2026, there are 294 active listings in ATHENS, AL (zip code 35611), compared to 253 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ATHENS, AL 35611?

The median listing price in ATHENS, AL 35611 is $335,700 as of March 2026, a 5.4% increase from $318,641 the prior year.

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

Homes in ATHENS, AL 35611 spend an average of 93 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 98 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ATHENS, AL 35611?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ATHENS, AL 35611 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 41 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 93 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ATHENS, AL 35611 save an estimated $6,714 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $335,700. 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.