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ATHENS, AL 35614

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
29
⇧ 3.6% vs 28 last year
Pending
11
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$294,900
⇩ 5.5% vs $312,000 last year
Average Price
$312,822
⇩ 14.9% vs $367,758 last year
Days on Market
59
⇩ 27.2% vs 81 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,753  ·  Density: 40.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,415

Typical home value: $172,164  ·  Homeownership: 77.0%

Market Analysis

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

The ATHENS, AL real estate market (35614) currently shows 29 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 59 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.5% year-over-year, from $312,000 to $294,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 29 this year vs 28 last year
  • Days on market: 59 now vs 81 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $294,900 (-5.5% YoY)
  • Average: $312,822 (-14.9% 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 21.4 miles — 666 listings ($299,572,717 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35614Athens, AL 356140.0 mi29$9,071,838$294,900$312,822
35620Elkmont, AL 356207.0 mi40$12,675,920$289,900$316,898
35610Anderson, AL 3561010.6 mi7$4,064,550$575,000$580,650
38473Minor Hill, TN 3847312.3 mi12$4,070,664$242,500$339,222
38477Prospect, TN 3847713.6 mi8$2,774,800$327,450$346,850
35671Tanner, AL 3567115.6 mi8$3,175,592$295,000$396,949
38460Goodspring, TN 3846016.9 mi5$1,178,000$233,700$235,600
35739Ardmore, AL 3573917.9 mi15$6,242,625$292,450$416,175
35601Decatur, AL 3560118.4 mi132$37,922,280$233,900$287,290
38449Ardmore, TN 3844919.4 mi14$4,747,974$299,000$339,141
35618Courtland, AL 3561819.8 mi8$1,699,200$197,000$212,400
35649Mooresville, AL 3564920.5 mi1$840,000$840,000$840,000
35756Madison, AL 3575621.4 mi387$211,109,274$504,950$545,502

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ATHENS, AL 35614?

As of January 2026, there are 29 active listings in ATHENS, AL (zip code 35614), compared to 28 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ATHENS, AL 35614?

The median listing price in ATHENS, AL 35614 is $294,900 as of January 2026, a 5.5% decrease from $312,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ATHENS, AL 35614 spend an average of 59 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 81 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ATHENS, AL 35614?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ATHENS, AL 35614 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 81 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 35614 save an estimated $5,898 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $294,900. 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.