Best Time to Buy in Alabama
When Alabama home prices dip and listings peak
Public Record
Best Month to Buy
February
Most Expensive Month
June
Discount Opportunity
-43.2%
Sales Volume by Month
Average Price by Month
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Sales | Avg Price | $/Sqft | Discount vs Peak |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7,209 | $377.4K | $152 | -24.3% |
| February | 7,793 | $283.5K | $126 | -43.2% |
| March | 11,087 | $393.4K | $132 | -21.1% |
| April | 13,109 | $302.6K | $155 | -39.3% |
| May | 14,693 | $330.3K | $157 | -33.8% |
| June | 14,276 | $498.6K | $177 | peak |
| July | 11,967 | $351.8K | $202 | -29.4% |
| August | 11,304 | $324.6K | $167 | -34.9% |
| September | 10,018 | $343.8K | $192 | -31.1% |
| October | 8,603 | $296.6K | $148 | -40.5% |
| November | 8,572 | $284.6K | $131 | -42.9% |
| December | 9,477 | $355.9K | $133 | -28.6% |
Why Seasonality Matters
US home prices follow predictable seasonal patterns. Sale activity peaks in late spring and summer when families move between school years; prices typically follow. Winter months see fewer transactions but are often the best time for buyers seeking discounts on motivated sellers.
Based on 128,108 public-record SOLD events between 2019 and 2024.