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HELENA, AL 35080

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Shelby County
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The HELENA, AL real estate market (35080) currently shows 106 active listings, with 49 pending sales. Homes are averaging 94 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 94 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.9% year-over-year, from $401,725 to $429,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 19,561  ·  Density: 163.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $106,660

Typical home value: $256,737  ·  Homeownership: 91.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
106
⇧ 19.1% vs 89 last year
Pending
49
46% pending ratio
Median Price
$429,500
⇧ 6.9% vs $401,725 last year
Average Price
$451,556
⇩ 6% vs $480,293 last year
Days on Market
94
⇧ 70.9% vs 55 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$189
⇩ 0.5% vs $190/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,334 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 106 this year vs 89 last year
  • Days on market: 94 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $429,500 (+6.9% YoY)
  • Average: $451,556 (-6% 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 16.6 miles — 1,174 listings ($514,207,488 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
35080Helena, AL 350800.0 mi103$44,579,739$419,900$432,813
35022Bessemer, AL 350225.8 mi138$49,489,008$329,900$358,616
35244Birmingham, AL 352448.6 mi334$206,624,424$604,000$618,636
35124Pelham, AL 351249.9 mi148$77,523,140$475,338$523,805
35020Bessemer, AL 3502010.6 mi84$9,365,916$101,950$111,499
35221Birmingham, AL 3522113.5 mi21$1,916,775$90,000$91,275
35228Birmingham, AL 3522813.9 mi74$7,098,968$82,450$95,932
35035Brierfield, AL 3503514.9 mi1$299,900$299,900$299,900
35064Fairfield, AL 3506415.2 mi39$4,211,844$90,000$107,996
35043Chelsea, AL 3504315.4 mi124$76,021,920$407,675$613,080
35209Birmingham, AL 3520915.8 mi66$27,340,434$329,000$414,249
35440Abernant, AL 3544016.3 mi1$357,900$357,900$357,900
35127Pleasant Grove, AL 3512716.6 mi41$9,377,520$214,950$228,720

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HELENA, AL 35080?

As of February 2026, there are 106 active listings in HELENA, AL (zip code 35080), compared to 89 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HELENA, AL 35080?

The median listing price in HELENA, AL 35080 is $429,500 as of February 2026, a 6.9% increase from $401,725 the prior year.

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

Homes in HELENA, AL 35080 spend an average of 94 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 55 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HELENA, AL 35080?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, HELENA, AL 35080 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 94 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HELENA, AL 35080 save an estimated $8,590 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $429,500. 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.