Is Lester, AL 35647 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Balanced 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Lester is a balanced market. With about 4.3 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply4.3Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list93.7%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market33Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$183

The Lester housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Lester, AL 35647 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 33 days and there were 4.3 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. With only 3 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Within Limestone County, homes here sell faster, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.

Nearby, Madison 35756 (23% sold over asking) and Elkmont 35620 (15% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Questions about Lester real estate

Is Lester a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A balanced market: there were 4.3 months of supply in Lester, AL 35647 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in Lester?

The typical home went under contract in 33 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Lester sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 93.7% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Lester?

About 0.32% of a home’s value a year in Limestone County, or roughly $1,280 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Lester?

The median sale price was $259,888 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $183 per square foot.

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