East Alabama Real Estate Market Updates

Real estate conditions can change substantially from one community to another. The DuBose Group provides weekly local housing updates for Auburn, Opelika, Lee County, Auburn University Tiger Transit condos, and Eufaula, Alabama.

Our reports track active inventory, average asking prices, price per square foot, days on market, pending sales, and other market-specific activity. We also explain what the latest numbers may mean for local buyers, homeowners, and sellers.

Select a market card below to view its latest weekly statistics, local interpretation, and video update.

Market-wide statistics provide a helpful overview, but individual properties can perform differently depending on location, price range, condition, age, features, and competition. David and Casey DuBose can help you interpret the information in relation to your specific property or real estate goals.l Estate Market.

Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story.

Auburn Real Estate Market

Auburn AL Real Estate Market Update For the week of October 5, 2026, Auburn has 277 homes on the market with an average list price of $680,000. The typical home is priced at $243 per square foot and will spend around 102 days on the market. Last week, 23 homes accepted contracts, including 5 new-construction homes. 277 Active Homes $680,000 Average List Price $243 Price Per Square Foot 102 Days on Market 23 Pending Last Week 5 New Construction Auburn has fewer active homes but significantly more pending sales, while the average market time has moved above 100 days. Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story. The DuBose Group tracks the Auburn, Alabama real estate market each week to help local homeowners, buyers, sellers, and people relocating to the area understand what is happening beyond the headlines. Our updates examine active homes for sale, average asking price, price per square foot, days on market, pending sales, and new-construction activity. Understanding the Auburn Housing Market Auburn’s housing market can vary considerably by neighborhood, property type, price range, age, and proximity to Auburn University. Citywide averages provide a useful overview, but they do not determine the value of an individual property or predict how quickly a particular home will sell. What This Means for Auburn Buyers Auburn buyers have fewer active homes to consider this week, while the increase in pending sales shows that properties are still accepting contracts. Buyers should compare each property with recent sales and current competing listings in its specific neighborhood and price range before making an offer. What This Means for Auburn Sellers The increase in pending sales is encouraging for Auburn sellers, but the 102-day average market time shows that many homes still require patience. Accurate pricing, property condition, presentation, and consistent marketing remain important. Local Guidance from The DuBose Group David and Casey DuBose serve Auburn and the surrounding East Alabama communities. If you are considering buying or selling in Auburn, contact The DuBose Group for guidance based on your property, timing, and goals. Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story.
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Opelika Real Estate Market

Opelika AL Real Estate Market Update For the week of October 5, 2026, Opelika has 183 homes on the market with an average list price of $414,000. The typical home is priced at $188 per square foot and will spend around 103 days on the market. Last week, 13 homes accepted contracts, including 6 new-construction homes. 183 Active Homes $414,000 Average List Price $188 Price Per Square Foot 103 Days on Market 13 Pending Last Week 6 New Construction Opelika inventory and pending sales increased, while the average list price and market time eased slightly. Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story. The DuBose Group tracks the Opelika, Alabama real estate market each week to help local homeowners, buyers, sellers, and people relocating to the area understand what is happening beyond the headlines. Our updates examine active homes for sale, average asking price, price per square foot, days on market, pending sales, and new-construction activity. Understanding the Opelika Housing Market Opelika’s housing market can vary considerably by neighborhood, property type, price range, age, and proximity to employment, schools, shopping, and major transportation routes. Citywide averages provide a useful overview, but they do not determine the value of an individual property or predict how quickly a particular home will sell. What This Means for Opelika Buyers Opelika buyers have slightly more active homes to consider, while the average list price and average market time have eased. Buyers should compare each property with recent sales and current competing listings in its specific neighborhood and price range before making an offer. What This Means for Opelika Sellers Pending activity increased, but Opelika homes are still averaging more than 100 days on the market. Accurate pricing, property condition, presentation, and consistent marketing remain important for sellers competing for active buyers. Local Guidance from The DuBose Group David and Casey DuBose serve Opelika and the surrounding East Alabama communities. If you are considering buying or selling in Opelika, contact The DuBose Group for guidance based on your property, timing, and goals. Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story.
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Lee County Real Estate Market

Lee County AL Real Estate Market Update For the week of October 5, 2026, Lee County has 136 homes on the market with an average list price of $458,000. The typical home is priced at $198 per square foot and will spend around 72 days on the market. Last week, 6 homes accepted contracts, including 3 new-construction homes. 136 Active Homes $458,000 Average List Price $198 Price Per Square Foot 72 Days on Market 6 Pending Last Week 3 New Construction Lee County added inventory and pending sales while average market time fell to 72 days. Half of last week’s pending sales were new-construction homes. Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story. The DuBose Group tracks the Lee County, Alabama real estate market each week to help local homeowners, buyers, sellers, and people relocating to the area understand what is happening beyond the headlines. Our updates examine active homes for sale, average asking price, price per square foot, days on market, pending sales, and new-construction activity. Understanding the Lee County Housing Market This report focuses on Lee County properties outside the Auburn and Opelika city-market reports. Conditions can vary among communities such as Smiths Station, Salem, Waverly, Beauregard, and other unincorporated areas. Acreage, utilities, road access, school zones, property type, and distance from Auburn or Opelika can all affect value and marketability. What This Means for Lee County Buyers Lee County buyers have more active homes to consider, while the average market time has fallen to 72 days. Buyers should evaluate more than countywide averages because acreage, utilities, road access, financing eligibility, surveys, septic systems, property condition, and location can affect an individual property. What This Means for Lee County Sellers Pending activity increased, but half of last week’s pending sales involved new-construction homes. Resale sellers should pay close attention to how their property compares with both existing homes and new construction in the same price range. Local Guidance from The DuBose Group David and Casey DuBose serve Lee County and the surrounding East Alabama communities. Contact The DuBose Group for guidance based on your property, location, timing, and goals. Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story.
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Auburn Condos – Tiger Transit

Auburn Condos Along the Tiger Transit Route Market Update For the week of October 5, 2026, there are 65 condos on the market along Auburn University’s Tiger Transit route with an average list price of $527,000. The typical condo is priced at $396 per square foot and will spend around 75 days on the market. Last week, 9 condos accepted contracts. 65 Active Condos $527,000 Average List Price $396 Price Per Square Foot 75 Days on Market 9 Pending Last Week Condo inventory fell while average pricing and market time increased, with 9 condos accepting contracts last week. Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story. The DuBose Group tracks the real estate market for condos located along Auburn University’s Tiger Transit route each week. These updates help condo owners, buyers, sellers, Auburn University families, and investors understand changes in inventory, pricing, market time, and pending sales. Understanding the Auburn Condo Market The Auburn condo market is distinct from the broader Auburn residential market. Location, Tiger Transit access, distance from Auburn University, unit configuration, age, condition, parking, association fees, rental policies, and individual development rules can all affect demand and value. What This Means for Auburn Condo Buyers Auburn condo buyers have fewer active properties to consider this week, while average pricing has increased. Buyers should compare condos within the same development or with genuinely similar communities whenever possible. Association documents, monthly fees, insurance responsibilities, rental restrictions, financing eligibility, parking, and maintenance obligations should also be reviewed before purchasing. What This Means for Auburn Condo Sellers Nine condos accepted contracts last week, even as active inventory declined. Sellers should still rely on development-specific sales when evaluating price because condition, furnishings, parking, rental eligibility, association rules, and location along the Tiger Transit route can affect how a condo competes. Local Guidance from The DuBose Group David and Casey DuBose help buyers and sellers evaluate Auburn condos, including properties used as residences, student housing, game-day homes, and investments. Contact The DuBose Group for guidance based on the specific development, condo, timing, and goals. Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story.
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Eufaula Real Estate Market

Eufaula AL Real Estate Market Update For the week of October 5, 2026, Eufaula has 76 homes on the market with an average list price of $386,000. The typical home is priced at $146 per square foot and will spend around 202 days on the market. No homes accepted contracts last week. 76 Active Homes $386,000 Average List Price $146 Price Per Square Foot 202 Days on Market 0 Pending Last Week Eufaula has fewer active listings and a lower average list price, pending activity fell to zero, and average market time now exceeds 200 days. Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story. The DuBose Group tracks the Eufaula, Alabama real estate market each week to help local homeowners, buyers, sellers, and people relocating to the area understand what is happening beyond the headlines. Our updates examine active homes for sale, average asking price, price per square foot, days on market, and pending sales. Understanding the Eufaula Housing Market Eufaula’s market includes traditional neighborhoods, historic properties, rural homes, acreage, and Lake Eufaula waterfront properties. Market conditions can vary considerably by location, property type, price range, condition, water access, and property features. Citywide averages provide an overview but do not determine an individual property’s value or expected marketing time. What This Means for Eufaula Buyers Eufaula buyers have slightly fewer active homes to consider, but the absence of pending sales last week indicates limited recent contract activity. Buyers should compare properties with genuinely similar homes and evaluate factors such as waterfront access, docks, seawalls, flood considerations, acreage, utilities, condition, and distance from services. What This Means for Eufaula Sellers With no homes accepting contracts last week and the average market time exceeding 200 days, Eufaula sellers should prepare for a longer marketing period. Realistic pricing, property preparation, ongoing maintenance, and sustained marketing are especially important. Local Guidance from The DuBose Group David and Casey DuBose assist buyers and sellers in Eufaula and the Lake Eufaula area. Contact The DuBose Group for guidance based on your property, location, timing, and goals. Real estate is local, and every market tells a different story.
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