Compare two states
Statewide asking prices, inventory and pace side by side. Change either state; the link updates so you can share the comparison.
| Measure, September 2026 | Tennessee | Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | $429,450 | $325,000 |
| Asking price vs. a year ago | −0.1% | −1.5% |
| Homes for sale vs. a year ago | +9.0% | +8.5% |
| Median days on market | 68 days | 71 days |
| Listings with a price cut | 23.8% | 19.1% |
The differences in plain English
- The median asking price in Tennessee ($429,450) is 32.1% higher than in Alabama ($325,000).
- Over the past year, asking prices are down 0.1% in Tennessee and down 1.5% in Alabama.
- Homes for sale are 9.0% above a year ago in Tennessee, and 8.5% above a year ago in Alabama.
- The typical listing spends 68 days on the market in Tennessee, 3 days shorter than in Alabama (71).
- 24% of listings in Tennessee have had a price cut, compared with 19% in Alabama.
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (50 states and D.C., September 2026). Statewide figures; individual cities and ZIP codes can differ.