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VALLEY HEAD, AL 35989

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

Market Analysis

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

The VALLEY HEAD, AL real estate market (35989) currently shows 10 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 38 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 38 days on market compared to 166 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 43.2% year-over-year, from $349,000 to $499,725.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,590  ·  Density: 24.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $47,138

Typical home value: $122,471  ·  Homeownership: 85.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
10
⇩ 23.1% vs 13 last year
Pending
4
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$499,725
⇧ 43.2% vs $349,000 last year
Average Price
$580,908
⇧ 14.5% vs $507,256 last year
Days on Market
38
⇩ 77.1% vs 166 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$185
⇧ 18.6% vs $156/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,139 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 10 this year vs 13 last year
  • Days on market: 38 now vs 166 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $499,725 (+43.2% YoY)
  • Average: $580,908 (+14.5% 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
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 23.1 miles — 328 listings ($140,017,081 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35989Valley Head, AL 359890.0 mi9$3,906,693$367,175$434,077
35984Mentone, AL 359846.7 mi22$9,676,128$456,950$439,824
30731Menlo, GA 307318.9 mi26$14,496,508$439,000$557,558
35968Fort Payne, AL 3596811.9 mi25$11,823,650$260,000$472,946
35966Flat Rock, AL 3596613.4 mi3$795,975$260,475$265,325
35967Fort Payne, AL 3596715.0 mi63$23,642,325$312,175$375,275
30738Rising Fawn, GA 3073815.6 mi22$14,880,382$581,950$676,381
35973Gaylesville, AL 3597318.9 mi7$2,548,140$249,550$364,020
30753Trion, GA 3075319.7 mi19$7,573,039$223,675$398,581
35752Hollywood, AL 3575220.8 mi12$4,508,316$357,475$375,693
30730Lyerly, GA 3073020.9 mi5$6,314,450$272,000$1,262,890
35771Section, AL 3577121.5 mi9$3,722,859$379,000$413,651
30728La Fayette, GA 3072823.1 mi106$36,128,616$249,450$340,836

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in VALLEY HEAD, AL 35989?

As of March 2026, there are 10 active listings in VALLEY HEAD, AL (zip code 35989), compared to 13 the prior year.

What is the median home price in VALLEY HEAD, AL 35989?

The median listing price in VALLEY HEAD, AL 35989 is $499,725 as of March 2026, a 43.2% increase from $349,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in VALLEY HEAD, AL 35989 spend an average of 38 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 166 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in VALLEY HEAD, AL 35989?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, VALLEY HEAD, AL 35989 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 38 days on market compared to 166 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in VALLEY HEAD, AL 35989 save an estimated $9,995 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $499,725. 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.