Vital Signs provides a visual representation of what's happening in the Alabama Gulf Coast real estate market. The color-coded numbers represent the absorption rate; the number of months it would take to sell every home on the market in a particular price range if no others were added. If the market is moving quickly, the absorption rate will fall below six months of supply, and if it's more of a buyer's market, it will jump above six months of supply. The rate is determined by dividing the number of units currently on the market by the number sold in the past month.

Baldwin County Real Estate Market Update: November vs. December 2025

As Baldwin County closed out the year, December data revealed a familiar seasonal pattern: sales activity slowed in some areas, picked up in others, and inventory levels generally tightened. While buyer urgency softened in certain price ranges, several markets showed surprising resilience, especially in the $200,000–$400,000 sweet spot.

Overall, December reflected a market transitioning into winter mode—not stopping, just changing pace.

Big Picture Trends

Mid-Range Homes Remain the Engine of the Market

Across most Baldwin County markets, homes priced between $200,000 and $400,000 continued to move efficiently. In many areas, months of supply actually improved in December, signaling steady buyer demand even as the year wrapped up.

Luxury Inventory Is Taking Longer to Absorb

Higher price points, particularly $750,000 and above, saw rising months of supply in several submarkets. This aligns with typical holiday-season behavior, especially in resort and second-home areas.

Inventory Tightened in Several Core Areas

Despite fewer sales in some segments, overall active listings declined in many markets, keeping conditions balanced to slightly seller-leaning in select price bands. 

Market Highlights by Area

Daphne

Daphne showed one of the strongest month-over-month improvements.

• Sales jumped in the $200K–$300K range, more than doubling from November.
• Months of supply dropped significantly in mid-range pricing, signaling faster absorption.
• Higher price points ($500K+) slowed, with months of supply increasing.

Takeaway: Daphne remains highly competitive for well-priced mid-range homes. 

Fairhope

Fairhope delivered a notable improvement across most price ranges.

• Months of supply decreased sharply in luxury categories.
• The $300K–$500K range months of supply decreased, but showed balance.
• High-end inventory became more manageable compared to November.

Takeaway: Fairhope closed the year with one of the most balanced markets countywide. 

Spanish Fort

Spanish Fort experienced a clear December surge.

• Strong sales in the $300K–$400K range pushed months of supply down to under two months.
• Entry-level inventory remains limited.
• Upper price points slowed but stayed within reasonable supply levels.

Takeaway: Spanish Fort is one of Baldwin County's strongest seller markets heading into 2026. 

Bay Minette / Stapleton

This area showed mixed movement:

• Sales activity slowed slightly.
• Months of supply increased in several price bands.
• Affordable inventory remains available, but demand softened in December.

Takeaway: A quieter winter market, likely to rebound in spring. 

Loxley / Robertsdale / Summerdale

• Mid-range price points held steady with balanced supply.
• Entry-level homes moved quickly when available.
• Upper ranges slowed due to reduced seasonal demand.

Takeaway: Stable and predictable—a classic winter slowdown, not a downturn. 

Foley

Foley remained one of the most active markets in Baldwin County.

• Strong performance in the $300K–$400K range.
• Inventory declined slightly while sales remained consistent.
• Upper price points slowed but stayed balanced.

Takeaway: Foley continues to benefit from affordability and steady buyer interest. 

Lillian / Elberta

• Sales were modest, but inventory declined.
• Several price ranges showed improving months of supply.
• Luxury inventory tightened slightly.

Takeaway: Quiet but improving fundamentals heading into the new year. 

Gulf Shores

Homes:

• December saw increased sales activity.
• Months of supply improved across most price bands, especially below $500K.

Condos:

• Sales and inventory remained consistent with plenty of inventory.
• Certain price ranges showed high months of supply due to slower absorption.

Takeaway: Homes are outperforming condos as the year closes, with condos likely to regain momentum in spring. 

Orange Beach

Homes:

• Sales remained steady, but months of supply rose slightly in higher price ranges.
• Entry-level inventory remains extremely limited.

Condos:

• Sales improved in December.
• Months of supply declined in several ranges, though luxury inventory remains elevated.

Takeaway: Seasonal slowdown is present, but buyer interest has not disappeared. 

What This Means Moving Into 2026

For Buyers

• December created opportunities, especially in luxury and condo markets.
• Mid-range homes remain competitive and move quickly when priced correctly.

For Sellers

• Pricing matters more than ever during winter months.
• Homes in the $200K–$400K range continue to command strong interest. 

Bottom Line

Baldwin County closed 2025 with an overall healthy, balanced real estate market. December showed the expected seasonal cooling, but demand remained intact—especially in core price ranges. As we move into early 2026, inventory levels and buyer interest suggest a strong foundation for the upcoming spring market. 

Mobile County Market Update: November vs. December 2025

As Mobile County closed out the year, the market showed a noticeable post-holiday shift, with fewer overall sales in some segments but tightening conditions in several key price ranges and submarkets. While entry-level inventory remains elevated in many areas, December showed less balance in several mid-range price points.

Midtown

Midtown experienced a slowdown in lower price ranges, with months of supply increasing notably under $300,000. However, homes priced between $300,000–$399,999 tightened significantly, dropping from a higher supply level in November to just over three months in December. This points to strong buyer demand for renovated and move-in-ready properties in this core price range.

Springhill

Springhill remained one of the more balanced submarkets in Mobile County. December data shows continued stability between $200,000–$399,999, with months of supply holding near healthy levels. The upper price ranges improved slightly, particularly between $500,000–$699,999, signaling steady interest in well-located homes despite seasonal headwinds.

Theodore / Grand Bay

This area saw one of the most dramatic month-over-month improvements. In November, several price brackets reflected oversupply, especially below $200,000. By December, months of supply dropped sharply in the $200,000–$399,999 range, shifting these segments firmly into seller-friendly territory. This suggests buyers are actively targeting affordability with space, a hallmark of this market.

West Mobile

West Mobile continues to be a volume leader. While inventory remains high in lower price ranges, December showed improved absorption between $200,000–$399,999, with months of supply tightening into seller territory. Even homes up to $699,999 saw healthier turnover, indicating sustained demand in one of Mobile's most popular suburban corridors.

Semmes

Semmes remains heavily inventory-rich under $200,000, but December brought encouraging signs in the mid-range. Homes between $300,000–$399,999 moved closer to balance, reflecting continued buyer interest in newer construction and larger lots. Activity above $500,000 remains limited but stable.

Saraland

Saraland stood out in December with some of the tightest conditions in the county. Homes priced $300,000–$399,999 increased to roughly three months of supply, and upper-mid price points also showed strong demand. While lower price ranges remain mixed, Saraland continues to outperform due to school demand and limited new inventory.

Dauphin Island

The island market continues its seasonal pattern. Inventory remains elevated in most price ranges, particularly above $400,000, with months of supply increasing or holding steady into December. Buyer activity persists but remains selective, typical for this coastal market during the winter months.

Overall Takeaway

Month-over-month, Mobile County is transitioning into a more segmented market. Entry-level homes in several areas remain oversupplied, while mid-range homes between $250,000–$400,000 are increasingly competitive across multiple submarkets. As we move into early 2026, pricing strategy and location are playing a larger role in determining how quickly homes sell. 

Contact your Bellator agent today to strategize your next move to the Gulf Coast.