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SALEM, AL 36874

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lee County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
68
⇧ 33.3% vs 51 last year
Pending
18
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$417,550
⇩ 8.6% vs $457,000 last year
Average Price
$454,013
⇩ 5.6% vs $480,778 last year
Days on Market
73
⇧ 30.4% vs 56 days last year

Market Context

Population: 10,373  ·  Density: 35.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,478

Typical home value: $160,527  ·  Homeownership: 90.1%

Market Analysis

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

The SALEM, AL real estate market (36874) currently shows 68 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.6% year-over-year, from $457,000 to $417,550.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 68 this year vs 51 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $417,550 (-8.6% YoY)
  • Average: $454,013 (-5.6% 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 23.1 miles — 792 listings ($288,798,522 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
36874Salem, AL 368740.0 mi68$30,872,884$417,550$454,013
36870Phenix City, AL 368707.5 mi72$21,135,168$299,250$293,544
36867Phenix City, AL 3686711.5 mi78$18,640,752$225,450$238,984
31808Fortson, GA 3180812.4 mi63$34,007,211$495,950$539,797
36854Valley, AL 3685412.9 mi79$24,651,871$284,990$312,049
36801Opelika, AL 3680114.4 mi145$59,849,475$353,388$412,755
31906Columbus, GA 3190616.3 mi85$18,311,550$142,900$215,430
36875Seale, AL 3687516.7 mi7$2,496,480$319,900$356,640
31903Columbus, GA 3190317.9 mi69$6,191,922$84,900$89,738
36858Hatchechubbee, AL 3685819.2 mi1$89,900$89,900$89,900
31811Hamilton, GA 3181120.0 mi31$29,310,469$626,950$945,499
31820Midland, GA 3182021.8 mi60$34,449,120$432,500$574,152
36863Lanett, AL 3686323.1 mi34$8,791,720$204,000$258,580

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SALEM, AL 36874?

As of January 2026, there are 68 active listings in SALEM, AL (zip code 36874), compared to 51 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SALEM, AL 36874?

The median listing price in SALEM, AL 36874 is $417,550 as of January 2026, a 8.6% decrease from $457,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SALEM, AL 36874 spend an average of 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SALEM, AL 36874?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SALEM, AL 36874 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SALEM, AL 36874 save an estimated $8,351 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $417,550. 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.