Is Fairfield, AL a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Fairfield is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since Last Month

Since last month, Fairfield has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Fairfield is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Fairfield, AL

How much do homes in Fairfield, AL cost?

Median Sold Price

$108,500

$55/sqft

Based on all homes sold in September 2024.

Difference Since Last Month

-$16,000(-12.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Fairfield have sold for 12.9% less than they did a month ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Fairfield was $108,500 in September 2024, down 12.9% from last month, and the median price per square foot was $55.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 --
N/A
2 -$29K
N/A
3 $124.5K$115K
-7.6%
4 $161K$177K
+9.9%
5+ --
N/A

Summary: Fairfield housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous month: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes did not change, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 7.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 9.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes did not change.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Midfield
+65.0%
Birmingham
+11.4%
Fairfield
-12.9%

Housing Supply in Fairfield, AL

How many homes are available in Fairfield, AL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
2421-12.5%

Summary: The Fairfield real estate market had 21 homes for sale in September 2024, a 12.5% decrease compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 33
0.0%
3 1615
-6.3%
4 42
-50.0%
5+ 00
0.0%

Summary: The Fairfield housing inventory by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 6.3%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 50%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
54-20.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

2 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

1 Home Was Sold
At Asking

1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Fairfield, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 4 homes were sold or pending in Fairfield in September 2024, down by 20.0% month-over-month. Of the 4 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 25% were sold at asking, and 25% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Fairfield, AL

How long does it take to sell a home in Fairfield, AL?

Average Sale Time

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
13 Days36 Days+168.7%

Summary: Homes in Fairfield had an average of 36 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 168.7% compared to last month.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

2 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Fairfield are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During September 2024, 4 homes were sold in Fairfield; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 50% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated Sep 1, 2024

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