It’s time to review Lee County’s January 2026 Residential Report, offering invaluable insights into how the real estate landscape is evolving in our area. If you are thinking about listing your property or searching for a new home, these key takeaways could influence your decision.
There was a modest shift in inventory.
For starters, Lee County saw a slight 1.8% increase in total homes listed, reaching 622, up 11 from 611 in 2025. Interestingly, 306 of the 622 listings were new in January. Looking at Auburn, inventory rose 2% year over year, from 303 listings in January 2025 to 309 in 2026, with 158 of those new to the market.
In Opelika, however, the number of homes listed grew by 4.7%, reaching 223, up from 213 the following January. Last month, 109 of those listings were new to the market.
Total sales decreased in Lee County and Auburn, but remained steady in Opelika.
The number of properties sold in Lee County decreased by 18.9%, with only 103 homes sold in January 2026, down from 127 in 2025. What’s more, the number of properties sold dropped by 33.3% in Auburn, with 48 homes closing. Whereas in January 2025, real estate professionals sold 72 properties.
Opelika, on the other hand, remained consistent with 41 properties sold in January 2025 and 2026.
Average days on the market fluctuated.
For home buyers in Auburn, fewer days on the market could have led to more decision-making under pressure amid a competitive market. To clarify, the average days on the market fell by 31.2%, from 77 days in January 2025 to 53 days last month. That’s a 24-day difference!
However, Opelika and Lee County both experienced an increase in average days on the market, offering buyers a little relief to shop around. More specifically, Lee County saw a 4.5% increase, from 67 to 70 days, while Opelika rose 22.4%, from 58 to 71 days.
The average sold prices also varied.
Similar to the shifts in average days, the average sales price in Lee County and Opelika decreased, while it increased in Auburn.
In Lee County, the average sold price in January 2026 was $446,627, $16,911 (3.6%) less than the $463,538 in January 2025. Opelika homes sold for an average of $348,271 last month. That figure reflects a $61,771 (15.1%) difference from $410,042 in January 2025.
But homes in Auburn saw a 5.2% increase, totaling $26,516, with the average sold price at $541,350 in January 2026, up from $514,834 in January 2025.
Auburn condos surged in listings.
According to Lee County’s January 2026 Residential Report, the Auburn condo market experienced a notable 93.1% increase in listings year over year. In January 2025, there were 26 condos listed in Auburn. This January, that number surged to 56!
Furthermore, the number of condos sold decreased by one, from 21 in 2025 to 20 in 2026, representing a 4.8% change. The average days on the market also dropped by one, going from 58 days in January 2025 to 57 last month.
On the bright side, the average sold price for condos in Auburn rose by an impressive 9.6%, reaching $357,730 last month, up from $326,538.
Summary
Lee County’s January 2026 Residential Report paints a diverse picture of the real estate market. While some areas experienced declines in sales, others saw price increases and reduced market times. If you’re on the fence about listing or purchasing a home, these highlights could provide clarity.
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