Is Higdon, AL 35979 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Higdon is a buyer’s market. With about 6.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Higdon housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Higdon, AL 35979 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 127 days and there were 6.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold more slowly (35 days then) and the median sale price held steady to $399,827. Overall, Higdon is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within DeKalb County, homes here sell more slowly than in 92% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Valley Head 35989 (0% sold over asking) or Sylvania 35988 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Higdon real estate
Is Higdon a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 6.4 months of supply in Higdon, AL 35979 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 Higdon?
The typical home went under contract in 127 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Higdon sell over asking?
50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 101.9% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Higdon?
About 0.32% of a home’s value a year in DeKalb County, or roughly $1,280 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Higdon?
The median sale price was $399,827 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $147 per square foot.
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