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HIGDON, AL 35979

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇧ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$349,000
⇧ 74.6% vs $199,900 last year
Average Price
$378,967
⇧ 89.6% vs $199,900 last year
Days on Market
103
⇩ 22% vs 132 days last year

Market Context

Population: 744  ·  Density: 24.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $30,547

Typical home value: $146,007  ·  Homeownership: 100.0%

Market Analysis

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

The HIGDON, AL real estate market (35979) currently shows 3 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 103 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 103 days on market compared to 132 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 74.6% year-over-year, from $199,900 to $349,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 103 now vs 132 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $349,000 (+74.6% YoY)
  • Average: $378,967 (+89.6% 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 20.7 miles — 215 listings ($126,295,219 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35979Higdon, AL 359790.0 mi3$1,136,901$349,000$378,967
35958Bryant, AL 359586.4 mi9$3,411,450$362,450$379,050
35981Ider, AL 359817.6 mi7$1,856,631$271,450$265,233
35740Bridgeport, AL 3574011.7 mi15$4,579,950$227,500$305,330
37340Guild, TN 3734014.0 mi12$17,316,000$1,400,000$1,443,000
30750Lookout Mountain, GA 3075014.7 mi17$11,076,520$431,450$651,560
35765Pisgah, AL 3576515.3 mi15$5,195,745$250,000$346,383
37347Jasper, TN 3734716.0 mi70$54,976,950$535,750$785,385
35772Stevenson, AL 3577216.1 mi8$2,092,232$265,900$261,529
37350Lookout Mountain, TN 3735018.6 mi4$5,166,668$1,200,000$1,291,667
37380South Pittsburg, TN 3738018.7 mi25$9,822,150$279,000$392,886
35752Hollywood, AL 3575219.9 mi14$5,247,606$354,950$374,829
37410Chattanooga, TN 3741020.7 mi16$4,416,416$272,000$276,026

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HIGDON, AL 35979?

As of January 2026, there are 3 active listings in HIGDON, AL (zip code 35979), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HIGDON, AL 35979?

The median listing price in HIGDON, AL 35979 is $349,000 as of January 2026, a 74.6% increase from $199,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in HIGDON, AL 35979 spend an average of 103 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 132 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HIGDON, AL 35979?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HIGDON, AL 35979 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 103 days on market compared to 132 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HIGDON, AL 35979 save an estimated $6,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $349,000. 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.