Mobile, AL metro area Housing Market

Cool Market

Comprehensive housing market data for the Mobile, AL metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.

Data period: March 2026

Median Sale Price

$240K

5.0% YoY

Days on Market

53 days

12.8% YoY

Active Inventory

1,464

9.3% YoY

Homes Sold

410

16.8% YoY

Cool Market

Buyer activity is slowing, creating more negotiating room.

Mobile, AL metro area Market Summary

The Mobile, AL metro area housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $240K, up 5.0% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 53 days on the market, 12.8% longer than a year ago.

There are 1,464 homes for sale — 9.3% more than last year. With 3.6 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 643 new listings were added during this period, up 29.6% year-over-year.

Homes are selling for 97.4% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 23.7% of homes sell above their asking price. 29.6% of listings have had a price drop.

Market Opportunity Score

Based on current market conditions

73

Contributing Factors

Months of Supply 3.6
Days on Market 53
Price Drops 29.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio 97.4%
Market Temperature Cool

How This Market Compares

vs. National Median

Median Price (National: $437K) 45.1%
Days on Market (National: 55) 3.6%
Inventory (National: 1,314,690) 99.9%

vs. Alabama Median

Median Price (Alabama: $300K) 20.1%
Days on Market (Alabama: 69) 23.2%

Investor Takeaway

The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals. Prices are 45% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.

Mobile, AL metro area Market Trends

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Detailed Market Metrics

Median List Price

$255K

Price per Sq Ft

$149

Sale-to-List Ratio

97.4%

Months of Supply

3.6

Sold Above List

23.7%

Price Drops

29.6%

New Listings

643

29.6% YoY

Pending Sales

570

Off Market in 2 Weeks

32.3%

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Housing market data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage. Not financial advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making investment decisions.