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Helena Housing Market Report January 2025•Shelby County, Alabama
Housing Prices in Helena, AL
How much do homes in Helena, AL cost?
Housing Market Conditions
Is Helena, AL a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Seller'sMarket
Buyer'sMarket
Helena is a Buyer's Market
Difference Since December 2024
Last month, Helena was a Seller's Market.
Insight
Helena is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.
Median Sold Price
$324,950$165/SqFt
+$38,450
+13.4%
Based on all homes sold in January 2025
Insight
Homes in Helena have sold for 13.4% more than they did a month ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Helena was $324,950 in January 2025, up 13.4% from last month, and the median price per square foot was $165.
Median Sold Price By Cities
| City | Dec 2024 | Jan 2025 | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maylene | $275K | $372.5K | +35.5% |
| Helena | $286.5K | $324.9K | +13.4% |
| Bessemer | $172.5K | $177.2K | +2.8% |
| Greenwood | $325K | $321.2K | -1.2% |
| Alabaster-Helena | $347.5K | $330K | -5.0% |
Median Sold Price By Bedrooms
| Beds | Dec 2024 | Jan 2025 | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Bedroom | - | - | N/A |
| 22 Bedrooms | $212.4K | $190K | -10.6% |
| 33 Bedrooms | $271K | $277.4K | +2.4% |
| 44 Bedrooms | $350K | $374.5K | +7.0% |
| 55+ Bedrooms | $375K | - | N/A |
Summary: Helena housing price by bedroom type for January 2025, compared to the previous year. The home price for 1 bedroom homes did not change. The home price for 2 bedroom homes decreased by -10.6%. The home price for 3 bedroom homes increased by +2.4%. The home price for 4 bedroom homes increased by +7.0%. The home price for 5 bedroom homes did not change.
Housing supply in Helena, AL
How many homes are available in Helena, AL?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Last Month | 2 months ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 89Last MonthJan 2025 | ||
| 772 months agoDec 2024 | +15.6 % Change MoMDec – Jan |
Summary: The Helena real estate market had 89 homes for sale in Jan 2025, a 15.6 % increase compared to Dec 2024.
Number of Homes Sold
| Last Month | 2 months ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 8Last MonthJan 2025 | ||
| 202 months agoDec 2024 | -60.0 % Change MoMDec – Jan |
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| Beds | Dec 2024 | Jan 2025 | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Bedrooms | 34 | 39 | +14.7% |
| 44 Bedrooms | 29 | 36 | +24.1% |
| 11 Bedroom | 0 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 22 Bedrooms | 4 | 4 | 0.0% |
| 55+ Bedrooms | 10 | 10 | 0.0% |
Summary: Helena housing inventory by bedroom type for January 2025, compared to the previous month. The inventory for 3 bedroom homes increased by +14.7%. The inventory for 4 bedroom homes increased by +24.1%. The inventory for 1 bedroom homes remained the same. The inventory for 2 bedroom homes remained the same. The inventory for 5 bedroom homes remained the same.
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
How much do homes in Helena, AL cost?
Over Asking Price0 Home
At Asking Price6 Homes
Under Asking Price2 Homes
Insight
If you're buying a home in Helena, expect to pay close to the asking price. 75% of homes here sold near the asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 8 homes were sold or pending in Helena in January 2025, down by 60.0% month-over-month. Of the 8 sold homes, 25% were sold under asking, 75% were sold at asking, and and 0% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Helena, AL
How long does it take to sell a home in Helena, AL?
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
Under 30 Days4 Homes
30 – 90 Days3 Homes
Over 90 Days1 Home
Insight
Many homes in Helena are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During January 2025, 8 homes were sold in Helena; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 38% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 13% of homes were sold over 90 days.
Average Sale Time
| Last Month | 1 month ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 37 DaysLast MonthJan 2025 | ||
| 37 Days1 month agoDec 2024 | -1.2 % Change MoMDec – Jan |
Summary: Homes in Helena had an average listing age of 37 days in Jan 2025, down by 1.2% compared to the previous month.
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Newest Listings in Helena, AL
What homes are available in Helena, AL?
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#21410097, Damiano Duran, Listing Office: ARC Realty Vestavia-Liberty Pk
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$4,447 Closing Credit¹
#21409988, Gina Morgan, Listing Office: Five Star Real Estate, LLC
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$2,850 Closing Credit¹
#21409936, Brandon Harder, Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
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$3,266 Closing Credit¹
#21409920, Catherine McCluer, Listing Office: ARC Realty Cahaba Heights
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$3,990 Closing Credit¹
#21409807, Cindy Hilbrich, Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Hoover
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$4,999 Closing Credit¹
#21409774, Jamie Fallin, Listing Office: RealtySouth-Inverness Office
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$4,453 Closing Credit¹
#21409460, Kayla Yarbrough, Listing Office: ERA King Real Estate Vestavia
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$9,500 Closing Credit¹
#21409448, Jeff Musser, Listing Office: eXp Realty, LLC Central
Backup offersVideo tour
$5,046 Closing Credit¹
#21409311, Melanie Siow, Listing Office: RealtySouth-Shelby Office
Video tour
$3,859 Closing Credit¹
#21409185, Brenda Blanton, Listing Office: eXp Realty, LLC Central
$2,814 Closing Credit¹
#21409117, Jason Street, Listing Office: Real Broker LLC
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