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FORT PAYNE, AL 35968

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
16
⇩ 5.9% vs 17 last year
Pending
3
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$260,000
⇩ 32.7% vs $386,500 last year
Average Price
$466,817
⇩ 18.5% vs $572,538 last year
Days on Market
100
⇧ 51.5% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 4,870  ·  Density: 29.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,766

Typical home value: $135,844  ·  Homeownership: 76.7%

Market Analysis

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

The FORT PAYNE, AL real estate market (35968) currently shows 16 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 100 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 32.7% year-over-year, from $386,500 to $260,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 16 this year vs 17 last year
  • Days on market: 100 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $260,000 (-32.7% YoY)
  • Average: $466,817 (-18.5% 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 21.7 miles — 247 listings ($126,582,233 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35968Fort Payne, AL 359680.0 mi16$7,469,072$260,000$466,817
35988Sylvania, AL 359885.6 mi8$2,103,304$197,450$262,913
35971Fyffe, AL 3597110.1 mi12$3,816,804$299,500$318,067
35989Valley Head, AL 3598911.9 mi10$3,736,200$374,450$373,620
35984Mentone, AL 3598412.2 mi18$7,525,548$417,400$418,086
35771Section, AL 3577113.4 mi6$2,690,280$440,000$448,380
35765Pisgah, AL 3576515.0 mi15$5,195,745$250,000$346,383
35974Geraldine, AL 3597415.8 mi4$1,199,900$327,450$299,975
30731Menlo, GA 3073118.1 mi21$12,452,181$431,950$592,961
35959Cedar Bluff, AL 3595919.2 mi47$24,319,962$405,000$517,446
35769Scottsboro, AL 3576919.9 mi63$36,681,309$353,900$582,243
35983Leesburg, AL 3598321.4 mi23$14,552,928$379,900$632,736
30730Lyerly, GA 3073021.7 mi4$4,839,000$282,000$1,209,750

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORT PAYNE, AL 35968?

As of January 2026, there are 16 active listings in FORT PAYNE, AL (zip code 35968), compared to 17 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORT PAYNE, AL 35968?

The median listing price in FORT PAYNE, AL 35968 is $260,000 as of January 2026, a 32.7% decrease from $386,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in FORT PAYNE, AL 35968 spend an average of 100 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 FORT PAYNE, AL 35968?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FORT PAYNE, AL 35968 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORT PAYNE, AL 35968 save an estimated $5,200 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $260,000. 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.