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LAFAYETTE, AL 36862

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

Market Analysis

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

The LAFAYETTE, AL real estate market (36862) currently shows 12 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 32.3% year-over-year, from $189,900 to $251,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 5,986  ·  Density: 10.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $44,014

Typical home value: $142,904  ·  Homeownership: 76.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
12
⇩ 7.7% vs 13 last year
Pending
2
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$251,250
⇧ 32.3% vs $189,900 last year
Average Price
$254,273
⇧ 15.2% vs $220,695 last year
Days on Market
83
⇧ 93% vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$134
⇧ 21.8% vs $110/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,640 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 12 this year vs 13 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $251,250 (+32.3% YoY)
  • Average: $254,273 (+15.2% 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 31.0 miles — 458 listings ($231,920,673 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
36862Lafayette, AL 368620.0 mi10$2,509,670$235,000$250,967
36855Five Points, AL 3685512.1 mi2$464,850$232,425$232,425
36852Cusseta, AL 3685214.2 mi14$6,939,226$363,950$495,659
36850Camp Hill, AL 3685014.7 mi2$599,266$269,000$299,633
36256Daviston, AL 3625618.0 mi2$516,500$258,250$258,250
36274Roanoke, AL 3627419.3 mi34$13,226,136$199,900$389,004
30240Lagrange, GA 3024020.7 mi138$47,466,480$288,500$343,960
36861Jacksons Gap, AL 3686122.6 mi32$37,573,152$789,000$1,174,161
36255Cragford, AL 3625525.6 mi2$702,500$351,250$351,250
36804Opelika, AL 3680426.7 mi80$33,124,240$379,000$414,053
35010Alexander City, AL 3501028.7 mi96$68,508,768$278,950$713,633
36866Notasulga, AL 3686629.0 mi1$285,000$285,000$285,000
31822Pine Mountain, GA 3182231.0 mi45$20,004,885$416,900$444,553

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAFAYETTE, AL 36862?

As of February 2026, there are 12 active listings in LAFAYETTE, AL (zip code 36862), compared to 13 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAFAYETTE, AL 36862?

The median listing price in LAFAYETTE, AL 36862 is $251,250 as of February 2026, a 32.3% increase from $189,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAFAYETTE, AL 36862 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAFAYETTE, AL 36862?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, LAFAYETTE, AL 36862 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAFAYETTE, AL 36862 save an estimated $5,025 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $251,250. 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.