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RAINSVILLE, AL 35986

Real Estate Market Report  ·  DeKalb County
Seller's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The RAINSVILLE, AL real estate market (35986) currently shows 39 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.2% year-over-year, from $267,500 to $278,675.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 8,415  ·  Density: 75.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $60,755

Typical home value: $189,511  ·  Homeownership: 80.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
39
⇩ 13.3% vs 45 last year
Pending
12
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$278,675
⇧ 4.2% vs $267,500 last year
Average Price
$351,596
⇧ 1.1% vs $347,611 last year
Days on Market
78
⇩ 11.4% vs 88 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$170
⇩ 1.2% vs $172/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,800 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 39 this year vs 45 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $278,675 (+4.2% YoY)
  • Average: $351,596 (+1.1% 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 22.7 miles — 330 listings ($149,254,303 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35986Rainsville, AL 359860.0 mi39$13,299,000$277,500$341,000
35988Sylvania, AL 359884.4 mi11$2,396,922$176,175$217,902
35744Dutton, AL 357448.4 mi6$3,454,050$462,225$575,675
35967Fort Payne, AL 3596711.0 mi63$23,642,325$312,175$375,275
35963Dawson, AL 3596311.4 mi3$966,000$322,000$322,000
35975Groveoak, AL 3597513.7 mi6$1,368,480$219,000$228,080
35989Valley Head, AL 3598913.8 mi9$3,906,693$367,175$434,077
35769Scottsboro, AL 3576915.7 mi66$40,934,454$414,900$620,219
35755Langston, AL 3575516.3 mi10$5,724,060$299,000$572,406
35752Hollywood, AL 3575218.4 mi12$4,508,316$357,475$375,693
35973Gaylesville, AL 3597319.8 mi7$2,548,140$249,550$364,020
35951Albertville, AL 3595121.4 mi41$17,629,549$356,750$429,989
35959Cedar Bluff, AL 3595922.7 mi57$28,876,314$399,980$506,602

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RAINSVILLE, AL 35986?

As of September 2026, there are 39 active listings in RAINSVILLE, AL (zip code 35986), compared to 45 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RAINSVILLE, AL 35986?

The median listing price in RAINSVILLE, AL 35986 is $278,675 as of September 2026, a 4.2% increase from $267,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in RAINSVILLE, AL 35986 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RAINSVILLE, AL 35986?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, RAINSVILLE, AL 35986 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

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

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