Home ValuePros
Talk to a Pro

Market Intelligence · AL / Jefferson County

Birmingham, AL home prices and housing market

28 ZIP markets liveData updated September 2026Typical value$169K1-yr changeUp1.3%

The typical home value in Birmingham, AL is $169K as of September 2026, up 1.3% from a year ago, based on the Zillow Home Value Index. In the typical Birmingham ZIP code, the median list price is $196K and homes spend a median of 62 days on market as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

Get a cash offer

Sell without the wait

Sell your Birmingham home for cash.

A competitive, no-obligation cash offer from our institutional network. No repairs, no showings, close on your timeline. Most sellers get their cash offer within 24 hours.

Not sure cash is the right move? Discuss your options with a licensed local pro, free.

The coverage

Birmingham, by the numbers.

Typical home valueZillow ZHVI, September 2026
$169K
1-yr changeMedian across Birmingham ZIPs
+1.3%
ZIP markets live50 tracked in Birmingham
28
County
Jefferson County

Need cash home buyers on your timeline? Sell my house fast in Birmingham.

12-month value trend

+1.3% over 12 months

Typical home value in Birmingham over the last 12 months: $167K in Sep 2025 to $169K in Sep 2026 (+1.3%).

Sep 2025$167K

Sep 2026$169K

Median Zillow home value index across Birmingham's ZIP codes.

Context

Birmingham's housing market shows modest growth. The typical home value is $169,045, up 1.3% over the past year as of September 2026. There are 2018 homes for sale citywide, with 662 new listings added recently. The median list price stands at $195,925, and homes are taking a median of 62 days on market. About 18.3% of listings have seen a price cut. For homeowners considering a sale, the combination of steady inventory and a meaningful share of price reductions suggests a balanced market where pricing strategy matters.

The numbers

What is the housing market like in Birmingham, AL?

Typical home value

$169K

Up1.3%YoY

Median list price

$196K

Days on market

62

Homes for sale

2,018

Price cuts

18.3%

New listings

662

Sources · Zillow ZHVI (September 2026) / Realtor.com (September 2026)

Figures reflect Birmingham's ZIP codes with market data: values and listing medians take the median across ZIPs; inventory and new listings are summed.

Prices over time

Birmingham, AL home prices over time

Typical home values in Birmingham, AL are up 1.3% over the past year, from $167K in September 2025 to $169K in September 2026.

Typical home value in Birmingham, AL, September of each year
MonthTypical value1-yr change
September 2026$169,045+1.3%
September 2025$166,955No prior year

Typical value is the median Zillow Home Value Index across Birmingham ZIP codes, taken in September of each year so every row compares the same month.

Market balance

Is Birmingham, AL a buyer's or seller's market?

Birmingham, AL leans toward a buyer's market.

Homes are taking longer to sell and homes for sale are building up relative to new listings, which gives buyers more room to negotiate.

Based on a median of 62 days on market and 18% of listings with a price cut in the typical Birmingham ZIP code, and 662 new listings against 2,018 active listings across Birmingham, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

The outlook

Birmingham housing market forecast 2027

+1.0%

Weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, 12 months to September 2027

A weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, across 28 Birmingham ZIP codes, points to typical home values rising 1.0% by September 2027.

Over the 12 months through September 2026, typical home values in Birmingham rose 1.3%, per the Zillow Home Value Index.

Will home prices drop in Birmingham?

The forecasts do not call for a drop: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts for Birmingham shows typical home values rising 1.0% by September 2027, after a 1.3% rise over the past 12 months. Forecasts are not guarantees: mortgage rates, inventory, and the wider economy can move values either way.

How this is calculated: each ZIP code's 12-month Zillow forecast is weighted by its typical home value (Zillow Home Value Index, September 2026). 28 Birmingham ZIP codes have both figures.

Forecast: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts (Zillow Home Value Forecast, published October 2026), calculated by Home Value Pros. A forecast, not a guarantee.

Free home value report

See what your Birmingham home is worth.

See your estimated value and a real cash offer, side by side. No obligation, about a minute.

The markets

Which Birmingham ZIP codes have the highest home values?

Typical value is the Zillow home value index (ZHVI) for each ZIP, as of September 2026. 1-yr change compares it to the same ZIP a year earlier. We track 50 Birmingham ZIP codes in total; the remaining 22 publish as their data clears editorial QA.

Zillow ZHVI, September 2026

Free local consultation

Talk to a licensed pro in Birmingham.

A licensed local professional will walk through your numbers and your selling options, free and with no obligation.

Prefer to start online? See your value and cash offer instead.

Common questions

Questions about Birmingham, AL home prices.

What is a typical home value in Birmingham?

The typical home value in Birmingham is $169,045, which has increased 1.3% over the past year as of September 2026.

How long do homes typically stay on the market in Birmingham?

Homes in Birmingham have a median days on market of 62 as of September 2026.

Are prices dropping in Birmingham?

About 18.3% of listings have experienced a price cut as of September 2026, indicating some sellers are adjusting prices in the current market.

Is Birmingham, AL a buyer's or seller's market?

Birmingham, AL leans toward a buyer's market. Homes are taking longer to sell and homes for sale are building up relative to new listings, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Based on a median of 62 days on market and 18% of listings with a price cut in the typical Birmingham ZIP code, and 662 new listings against 2,018 active listings across Birmingham, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

Nearby markets

More Alabama housing markets.

The market is moving

Latest housing news

All news