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CHELSEA, AL 35043

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Shelby County
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CHELSEA, AL real estate market (35043) currently shows 146 active listings, with 67 pending sales. Homes are averaging 49 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 49 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0% year-over-year, from $424,847 to $425,050.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 14,564  ·  Density: 121.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $106,660

Typical home value: $302,248  ·  Homeownership: 89.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
146
⇧ 19.7% vs 122 last year
Pending
67
46% pending ratio
Median Price
$425,050
vs $424,847 last year
Average Price
$630,743
⇧ 15.8% vs $544,801 last year
Days on Market
49
⇩ 27.9% vs 68 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$188
⇧ 3.3% vs $182/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,680 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 146 this year vs 122 last year
  • Days on market: 49 now vs 68 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $425,050 (+0% YoY)
  • Average: $630,743 (+15.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.2 miles — 1,268 listings ($622,323,056 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35043Chelsea, AL 350430.0 mi124$76,021,920$407,675$613,080
35051Columbiana, AL 350517.7 mi56$31,410,624$349,940$560,904
35186Wilsonville, AL 351869.2 mi23$14,618,432$437,450$635,584
35244Birmingham, AL 3524410.1 mi334$206,624,424$604,000$618,636
35147Sterrett, AL 3514710.3 mi42$24,653,874$464,900$586,997
35226Birmingham, AL 3522612.3 mi129$67,696,878$459,000$524,782
35223Birmingham, AL 3522313.1 mi18$16,098,606$699,000$894,367
35209Birmingham, AL 3520913.8 mi66$27,340,434$329,000$414,249
35040Calera, AL 3504014.7 mi153$55,287,774$282,075$361,358
35080Helena, AL 3508015.4 mi103$44,579,739$419,900$432,813
35211Birmingham, AL 3521115.7 mi115$14,593,845$105,900$126,903
35233Birmingham, AL 3523316.0 mi36$18,623,988$515,000$517,333
35210Birmingham, AL 3521016.2 mi69$24,772,518$295,950$359,022

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHELSEA, AL 35043?

As of February 2026, there are 146 active listings in CHELSEA, AL (zip code 35043), compared to 122 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHELSEA, AL 35043?

The median listing price in CHELSEA, AL 35043 is $425,050 as of February 2026, a 0% increase from $424,847 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CHELSEA, AL?

Homes in CHELSEA, AL 35043 spend an average of 49 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 68 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHELSEA, AL 35043?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CHELSEA, AL 35043 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 49 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CHELSEA, AL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHELSEA, AL 35043 save an estimated $8,501 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $425,050. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.