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labama’s housing market saw modest gains in September.
- **Home sales:** 6,055 transactions, up 0.2% from August but down 1.2% (71 units) from September 2023.
- **Median price:** $235,246, a 0.6% rise from August and an 8.6% jump over the past year.
- **Sold volume:** $1.70 billion, 0.6% higher month‑over‑month and $0.23 billion above last September, marking a 15.6% annual increase.
- **Active listings:** 20,765, up 10.3% from the same period last year.
- **Foreclosures:** 554, 1.6% lower than August but 27.4% higher than September 2023.
Inventory climbed each month—19% in July, 15% in August, 10% in September—while homes lingered slightly longer on the market, averaging 66, 67, and 68 days respectively, a near 10% rise YoY.
The report notes that Alabama’s market is aligning with consumer behavior and economic shifts. Rising inventory and steadier sales suggest a more sustainable environment. As 2025 ends, seasonal patterns and national economic forces will determine whether the market continues to balance or shifts further.
