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OPELIKA, AL 36801

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 36801

Lake Forest Estates · Lakewood · North Gate · North Hills · Oak Bowery Heights · Oak Dale

Market Analysis

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

The OPELIKA, AL real estate market (36801) currently shows 160 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 31 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 41 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.8% year-over-year, from $379,057 to $349,550.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,479  ·  Density: 115.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $55,728

Typical home value: $192,622  ·  Homeownership: 63.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
160
⇧ 24% vs 129 last year
Pending
11
7% pending ratio
Median Price
$349,550
⇩ 7.8% vs $379,057 last year
Average Price
$400,044
⇩ 10.7% vs $447,999 last year
Days on Market
41
⇩ 43.1% vs 72 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$194
⇩ 3% vs $200/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,781 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 160 this year vs 129 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $349,550 (-7.8% YoY)
  • Average: $400,044 (-10.7% 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 28.0 miles — 905 listings ($382,089,224 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
36801Opelika, AL 368010.0 mi145$59,849,475$353,388$412,755
36879Waverly, AL 368799.6 mi12$7,393,884$544,450$616,157
36854Valley, AL 3685412.6 mi79$24,651,871$284,990$312,049
36832Auburn, AL 3683213.2 mi104$46,040,592$424,900$442,698
36862Lafayette, AL 3686214.5 mi10$2,509,670$235,000$250,967
36850Camp Hill, AL 3685016.3 mi2$599,266$269,000$299,633
31833West Point, GA 3183320.2 mi21$6,657,504$273,940$317,024
36870Phenix City, AL 3687021.9 mi72$21,135,168$299,250$293,544
36853Dadeville, AL 3685323.0 mi111$90,570,894$650,950$815,954
31904Columbus, GA 3190425.1 mi159$64,190,844$225,000$403,716
36869Phenix City, AL 3686926.8 mi45$10,097,910$227,450$224,398
36088Tuskegee Institute, AL 3608827.2 mi7$925,666$129,500$132,238
30240Lagrange, GA 3024028.0 mi138$47,466,480$288,500$343,960

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in OPELIKA, AL 36801?

As of February 2026, there are 160 active listings in OPELIKA, AL (zip code 36801), compared to 129 the prior year.

What is the median home price in OPELIKA, AL 36801?

The median listing price in OPELIKA, AL 36801 is $349,550 as of February 2026, a 7.8% decrease from $379,057 the prior year.

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

Homes in OPELIKA, AL 36801 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in OPELIKA, AL 36801?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, OPELIKA, AL 36801 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 31 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 41 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in OPELIKA, AL 36801 save an estimated $6,991 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $349,550. 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.