Is Valley Head, AL 35989 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Valley Head is a buyer’s market. With about 7.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Valley Head housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Valley Head, AL 35989 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 75 days and there were 7.8 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 7 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 17%, homes sold faster (157 days then) and the median sale price rose 89% to $349,849. Overall, Valley Head is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within DeKalb County, homes here sell more slowly than in 67% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Higdon 35979 (50% sold over asking) and Fort Payne 35967 (20% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Valley Head real estate
Is Valley Head a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 7.8 months of supply in Valley Head, AL 35989 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 Valley Head?
The typical home went under contract in 75 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Valley Head sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.5% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Valley Head?
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 Valley Head?
The median sale price was $349,849 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $162 per square foot.
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