Athens, AL Housing Market & Real Estate
Housing market overview · Updated weekly ·
Quick answer: The median home sale price in Athens, AL is $321,507, down 0.8% year-over-year. Homes sell in an average of 94 days with 273 active listings. The market is currently a buyer's market.
$321,507median sale price
Is Athens a buyer's or seller's market?
Athens, AL is currently a buyer's market, based on 5.7 months of supply and homes selling in about 94 days. How we determine this →
Homes sold
48
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
94
Average pace
Active listings
273
5.7 months supply
Sale-to-list
98.7%
Below asking
Athens, AL market data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $321,507 |
| Median list price | $326,966 |
| Year-over-year price change | -0.8% |
| Average days on market | 94 days |
| Active inventory | 273 listings |
| Months of supply | 5.7 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 98.7% |
| Market condition | Buyer's market |
Source: Redfin · Updated weekly
The Athens housing market is currently classified as a buyer's market with a median sale price of $321,507. Prices have fallen 0.8% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 94 days on market, indicating 5.7 months of inventory.This inventory level gives buyers significantly more negotiating power, allowing time to inspect properties thoroughly and potentially negotiate better terms.
Market trends
Homes for sale in Athens
There are currently 273 homes listed for sale in Athens, Alabama. The median listing price is $327K.
Active listings
273
Homes on market
Median list price
$327K
Avg. days on market
94
Days until sale
New this week
63
Newly listed
Top public schools in Athens
15 schools tracked · 15,193 students
The largest public schools serving Athens, AL by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
Alabama Connections Academy
Grades K-12 · 7,245 students
East Limestone High School
Grades 6-12 · 1,281 students
Athens High School
Grades 9-12 · 1,228 students
Athens Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 911 students
Athens Renaissance School
Grades K-12 · 785 students
Athens Intermediate School
Grades 4-5 · 607 students
Clements High School
Grades 6-12 · 560 students
Blue Springs Elementary School
Grades PK-5 · 499 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average home price in Athens?
The median home sale price in Athens is $321,507, down 0.8% from last year.
How long do homes stay on market in Athens?
Homes typically spend 94 days on market before going under contract.
Is Athens a buyer's or seller's market?
With 5.7 months of supply, Athens is currently a buyer's market.
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