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RAINSVILLE, AL 35986

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
40
⇩ 13% vs 46 last year
Pending
9
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$276,950
⇧ 8.6% vs $255,000 last year
Average Price
$363,037
⇧ 26.2% vs $287,754 last year
Days on Market
95
⇧ 13.1% vs 84 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The RAINSVILLE, AL real estate market (35986) currently shows 40 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 95 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 95 days on market compared to 84 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.6% year-over-year, from $255,000 to $276,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 40 this year vs 46 last year
  • Days on market: 95 now vs 84 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $276,950 (+8.6% YoY)
  • Average: $363,037 (+26.2% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 22.7 miles — 323 listings ($140,444,722 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35986Rainsville, AL 359860.0 mi40$14,521,480$276,950$363,037
35988Sylvania, AL 359884.4 mi8$2,103,304$197,450$262,913
35744Dutton, AL 357448.4 mi4$1,491,332$389,000$372,833
35967Fort Payne, AL 3596711.0 mi74$26,178,462$299,000$353,763
35963Dawson, AL 3596311.4 mi2$564,900$282,450$282,450
35975Groveoak, AL 3597513.7 mi5$1,033,750$206,750$206,750
35989Valley Head, AL 3598913.8 mi10$3,736,200$374,450$373,620
35769Scottsboro, AL 3576915.7 mi63$36,681,309$353,900$582,243
35755Langston, AL 3575516.3 mi8$5,005,904$329,450$625,738
35752Hollywood, AL 3575218.4 mi14$5,247,606$354,950$374,829
35973Gaylesville, AL 3597319.8 mi9$3,018,897$262,700$335,433
35951Albertville, AL 3595121.4 mi39$16,541,616$350,000$424,144
35959Cedar Bluff, AL 3595922.7 mi47$24,319,962$405,000$517,446

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 40 active listings in RAINSVILLE, AL (zip code 35986), compared to 46 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in RAINSVILLE, AL 35986 is $276,950 as of January 2026, a 8.6% increase from $255,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in RAINSVILLE, AL 35986 spend an average of 95 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 84 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 January 2026, RAINSVILLE, AL 35986 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 95 days on market compared to 84 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RAINSVILLE, AL 35986 save an estimated $5,539 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $276,950. 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.