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FORT PAYNE, AL 35968

Real Estate Market Report  ·  DeKalb County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The FORT PAYNE, AL real estate market (35968) currently shows 24 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 86 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 86 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 15.7% year-over-year, from $329,000 to $277,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
24
⇧ 4.3% vs 23 last year
Pending
5
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$277,450
⇩ 15.7% vs $329,000 last year
Average Price
$472,111
⇧ 5.2% vs $448,900 last year
Days on Market
86
⇧ 62.3% vs 53 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$167
⇧ 6.4% vs $157/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,888 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 24 this year vs 23 last year
  • Days on market: 86 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $277,450 (-15.7% YoY)
  • Average: $472,111 (+5.2% 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 21.7 miles — 290 listings ($150,184,222 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35968Fort Payne, AL 359680.0 mi25$11,823,650$260,000$472,946
35988Sylvania, AL 359885.6 mi11$2,396,922$176,175$217,902
35971Fyffe, AL 3597110.1 mi14$4,202,100$244,900$300,150
35989Valley Head, AL 3598911.9 mi9$3,906,693$367,175$434,077
35984Mentone, AL 3598412.2 mi22$9,676,128$456,950$439,824
35771Section, AL 3577113.4 mi9$3,722,859$379,000$413,651
35765Pisgah, AL 3576515.0 mi15$5,557,230$284,950$370,482
35974Geraldine, AL 3597415.8 mi7$2,099,090$319,900$299,870
30731Menlo, GA 3073118.1 mi26$14,496,508$439,000$557,558
35959Cedar Bluff, AL 3595919.2 mi57$28,876,314$399,980$506,602
35769Scottsboro, AL 3576919.9 mi66$40,934,454$414,900$620,219
35983Leesburg, AL 3598321.4 mi24$16,177,824$382,175$674,076
30730Lyerly, GA 3073021.7 mi5$6,314,450$272,000$1,262,890

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 24 active listings in FORT PAYNE, AL (zip code 35968), compared to 23 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in FORT PAYNE, AL 35968 is $277,450 as of March 2026, a 15.7% decrease from $329,000 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 86 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 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 March 2026, FORT PAYNE, AL 35968 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 86 days on market compared to 53 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 $5,549 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $277,450. 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.