According to the Baldwin County Board of Realtors®, the real estate market in Baldwin County started the new year with stability, as prices remained strong despite changing inventory levels. Buyers and sellers are navigating a market that balances steady demand with a slowly increasing supply of homes. Some areas are seeing properties stay on the market longer than before, but overall sales volume indicates healthy interest in both coastal and inland properties. This shift toward a more normal pace of activity underscores the enduring appeal of the local community to both full-time residents and vacation-property investors.

Resort Area Market Overview

The Resort Area, which includes Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, and parts of Gulf Shores south of Canal Road, saw the average sales price rise to $804,096. While prices remained steady, the market's pace slowed slightly, with the average time a home stayed on the market rising to 131 days. Despite the longer wait for a "sold" sign, activity remained strong, with 117 properties sold for a total of $94.1 million. The number of new listings stayed consistent with the previous year, offering a stable selection for those seeking a coastal retreat.

In a standout performance for the month, land sales in the Resort Area saw a dramatic increase in value. The average price of land parcels rose to $1,557,733, and the time to sell decreased significantly to just 32 days.

Traditional Residential Market Overview

The Traditional Residential market continued to grow, with the average sales price rising to $422,260. A total of 300 homes were sold during the month, bringing the total sales volume to $126.7 million. Sellers in this segment saw a healthy boost in competition as new listings jumped to 658, offering significantly more choices for families and individuals looking to plant roots in the county.

The land market in this segment moved more slowly, with average days on the market rising to 191 days, even as prices rose slightly to an average of $191,553.