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COTTONWOOD, AL 36320

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Houston County
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The COTTONWOOD, AL real estate market (36320) currently shows 14 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 50 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 50 days on market compared to 151 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 56.3% year-over-year, from $169,559 to $264,975.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,213  ·  Density: 19.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $39,640

Typical home value: $113,555  ·  Homeownership: 78.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
14
⇧ 55.6% vs 9 last year
Pending
2
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$264,975
⇧ 56.3% vs $169,559 last year
Average Price
$478,077
⇧ 159.9% vs $183,931 last year
Days on Market
50
⇩ 66.9% vs 151 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$166
⇧ 45.6% vs $114/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,750 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 14 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 50 now vs 151 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $264,975 (+56.3% YoY)
  • Average: $478,077 (+159.9% 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 26.1 miles — 497 listings ($158,427,921 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
36320Cottonwood, AL 363200.0 mi11$2,848,549$257,200$258,959
36301Dothan, AL 363018.2 mi193$53,820,945$264,281$278,865
36312Ashford, AL 363129.3 mi32$9,002,592$270,950$281,331
36370Pansey, AL 3637011.0 mi1$109,900$109,900$109,900
36375Slocomb, AL 3637513.3 mi39$12,346,737$287,725$316,583
36305Dothan, AL 3630514.9 mi92$41,221,980$367,500$448,065
32440Graceville, FL 3244015.3 mi26$6,932,588$219,450$266,638
32423Bascom, FL 3242316.9 mi7$3,189,200$340,000$455,600
32431Cottondale, FL 3243119.1 mi10$3,092,370$282,000$309,237
36319Columbia, AL 3631921.3 mi10$3,076,900$249,950$307,690
36352Newton, AL 3635222.7 mi30$10,893,720$336,475$363,124
36371Pinckard, AL 3637123.1 mi1$254,900$254,900$254,900
39845Donalsonville, GA 3984526.1 mi45$11,637,540$262,225$258,612

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COTTONWOOD, AL 36320?

As of September 2026, there are 14 active listings in COTTONWOOD, AL (zip code 36320), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COTTONWOOD, AL 36320?

The median listing price in COTTONWOOD, AL 36320 is $264,975 as of September 2026, a 56.3% increase from $169,559 the prior year.

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

Homes in COTTONWOOD, AL 36320 spend an average of 50 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 151 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COTTONWOOD, AL 36320?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, COTTONWOOD, AL 36320 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 50 days on market compared to 151 days last year.

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

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