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Is Ashland, AL 36251 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Ashland is a buyer’s market. With about 44.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply44.8Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list91.5%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market135Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$105▼ −19.4% vs. last year

The Ashland housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Ashland, AL 36251 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 135 days and there were 44.8 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold faster (139 days then) and the median sale price fell 42% to $214,907. Overall, Ashland is about as competitive as it was a year ago.

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Questions about Ashland real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 44.8 months of supply in Ashland, AL 36251 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 Ashland?

The typical home went under contract in 135 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Ashland sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 91.5% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Ashland?

About 0.21% of a home’s value a year in Clay County, or roughly $840 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Ashland?

The median sale price was $214,907 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $105 per square foot.

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