Is Cottonwood, AL 36320 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Cottonwood is a buyer’s market. With about 6.9 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Cottonwood housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 17% of homes in Cottonwood, AL 36320 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 61 days and there were 6.9 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 6 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 11%, homes sold faster (133 days then) and the median sale price fell 37% to $185,420. Overall, Cottonwood is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Houston County, homes here sell more slowly than in 71% 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 Webb 36376 (0% sold over asking) or Gordon 36343 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Cottonwood real estate
Is Cottonwood a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 6.9 months of supply in Cottonwood, AL 36320 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 Cottonwood?
The typical home went under contract in 61 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Cottonwood sell over asking?
17% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.4% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Cottonwood?
About 0.31% of a home’s value a year in Houston County, or roughly $1,240 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Cottonwood?
The median sale price was $185,420 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $121 per square foot.
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