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PHENIX CITY, AL 36870

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
72
⇩ 20% vs 90 last year
Pending
26
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$299,250
⇧ 19.7% vs $249,950 last year
Average Price
$293,544
⇧ 14.8% vs $255,596 last year
Days on Market
65
⇧ 20.4% vs 54 days last year

Market Context

Population: 18,812  ·  Density: 306.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,766

Typical home value: $176,954  ·  Homeownership: 82.2%

Market Analysis

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

The PHENIX CITY, AL real estate market (36870) currently shows 72 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 65 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 18 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 19.7% year-over-year, from $249,950 to $299,250.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 72 this year vs 90 last year
  • Days on market: 65 now vs 54 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $299,250 (+19.7% YoY)
  • Average: $293,544 (+14.8% 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 22.1 miles — 1,190 listings ($477,547,411 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
36870Phenix City, AL 368700.0 mi72$21,135,168$299,250$293,544
36877Smiths Station, AL 368775.1 mi68$25,003,872$362,450$367,704
36874Salem, AL 368747.5 mi68$30,872,884$417,550$454,013
31904Columbus, GA 319048.4 mi159$64,190,844$225,000$403,716
31903Columbus, GA 3190310.8 mi69$6,191,922$84,900$89,738
31909Columbus, GA 3190912.2 mi90$28,089,450$272,450$312,105
31907Columbus, GA 3190712.8 mi218$40,861,702$174,500$187,439
36856Fort Mitchell, AL 3685616.4 mi51$18,797,529$323,950$368,579
31820Midland, GA 3182018.1 mi60$34,449,120$432,500$574,152
36854Valley, AL 3685419.0 mi79$24,651,871$284,990$312,049
31811Hamilton, GA 3181121.1 mi31$29,310,469$626,950$945,499
31807Ellerslie, GA 3180721.5 mi5$2,046,500$435,000$409,300
36830Auburn, AL 3683022.1 mi220$151,946,080$499,000$690,664

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PHENIX CITY, AL 36870?

As of January 2026, there are 72 active listings in PHENIX CITY, AL (zip code 36870), compared to 90 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PHENIX CITY, AL 36870?

The median listing price in PHENIX CITY, AL 36870 is $299,250 as of January 2026, a 19.7% increase from $249,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in PHENIX CITY, AL 36870 spend an average of 65 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 54 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PHENIX CITY, AL 36870?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PHENIX CITY, AL 36870 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 18 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PHENIX CITY, AL 36870 save an estimated $5,985 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $299,250. 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.