Market Intelligence Report — AL-660

Mobile, AL

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-AL-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Cooling

Median Listing

$260K
-1.9% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.42
+4.5% YoY

Active Inventory

1,353
-3.1% YoY

Median DOM

66 Days
+0.8% YoY

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The Mobile, AL, housing market is currently exhibiting "Cooling" conditions, with a pending ratio of 0.42 indicating that demand absorption is moderate relative to available inventory. Active listings have contracted by 3.1% year-over-year, to 1,353 units, while median listing prices have seen a modest 1.9% decline over the past year.

Local Market Signals

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Mobile market right now.

Inventory levels in the Mobile market have shown a slight contraction, with active listings decreasing by 3.1% and new listings by 2.1% year-over-year. Despite this, the median listing price has fallen by 1.9% over the past year, while the average listing price shows a larger 2.9% year-over-year decrease. The pending ratio has risen 4.5% year-over-year to 0.42, yet still reflects a market where supply is outpacing immediate demand. Median days on market remained relatively stable, increasing marginally by 0.8% year-over-year to 66 days.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$260K-2.4% MoM

Active Inventory

1,353-3.1% YoY

Days on Market

66+0.8% YoY

Sold Score™

59+4.5% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

59
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

Under current "Cooling" conditions, the pace of transactions suggests that purchasers have greater opportunity for due diligence and negotiation. While inventory has seen a modest year-over-year contraction, the pending ratio indicates that buyers are not under significant pressure to act quickly, contributing to a more disciplined pricing environment. The elevated price-reduced share at 19.9% further underscores this dynamic, suggesting a need for sellers to adjust pricing expectations.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price in Mobile, AL, at $329,860, is notably higher than the median listing price of $259,950. This spread, coupled with a 2.9% year-over-year decrease in average listing price compared to a 1.9% decrease in median listing price, suggests some softening within the higher price tiers. The median $/sqft remained unchanged year-over-year.

Supply Dynamics

1,353 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 476 per month.

Pricing Pressure
19.9%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +0.6% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -0.0% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.42

Pending-to-active ratio — Cooling.

Recommended For This Market

Cooling

Selling in Mobile, AL? Buyer Demand Index is running at 42%.

Mobile, AL is sitting near equilibrium. Preparation, pricing and timing decide whether a listing sells fast or lingers.

Buyer Demand Index
42%
Median Days on Market
66 days
Inventory YoY
−3%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Mobile, AL
CBSA Code
33660
State
AL

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Mobile?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Mobile metro is classified as Cooling. Pending ratio is 0.42 with median days on market at 66.

  • Are home prices dropping in Mobile?+

    Median listing price is $260K, -1.9% year over year. 19.9% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Mobile?+

    The typical listing sits 66 days on market, a +0.8% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 476 per month.

  • What's happening in the Mobile luxury market?+

    The average listing price in Mobile, AL, at $329,860, is notably higher than the median listing price of $259,950. This spread, coupled with a 2.9% year-over-year decrease in average listing price compared to a 1.9% decrease in median listing price, suggests some softening within the higher price tiers. The median $/sqft remained unchanged year-over-year.

  • Where can I find a trusted Mobile real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Mobile agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 33660 · 36mo history