Is Malcolm, AL 36556 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Malcolm is a balanced market. With about null months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Malcolm housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Malcolm, AL 36556 sold above their list price and the typical home went under contract in 11 days. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Within Washington County, homes here sell faster, and more often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Vinegar Bend 36584 (0% sold over asking) or Mc Intosh 36553 (0% sold over asking).
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Nearby markets
Chatom 36518Seller’s market $131 /sq ftFruitdale 36539 — /sq ftLeroy 36548 — /sq ftMc Intosh 36553 $156 /sq ft Browse all markets →Where Malcolm is
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Questions about Malcolm real estate
How fast do homes sell in Malcolm?
The typical home went under contract in 11 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Malcolm sell over asking?
100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 107.0% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Malcolm?
About 0.23% of a home’s value a year in Washington County, or roughly $920 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Malcolm?
The median sale price was $31,986 in the three months ending August 31, 2026.
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