Is it hard to sell your home in Baldwin County right now?

 Is It Hard to Sell Your Home in Baldwin County Right Now? (Fall 2025 Update)

If you're thinking about selling your home in Baldwin County this fall, you're probably asking the right question: Is it a good time to sell, or will my home just sit on the market? As local real estate conditions shift, having up-to-date insights is more important than ever.

Here's what you need to know about selling in Baldwin County right now, based on the latest data and trends—and what it means for your home's value.

What's Happening in the Baldwin County Market Right Now?

The short answer? It's not "hard" to sell, but it’s not 2021 either.

In summer and fall 2025, Baldwin County's housing market is showing more balance between buyers and sellers. That means:

• Homes are still selling, but they’re taking longer to go under contract.

• Pricing and presentation matter more than they did in recent years.

• Buyers have more choices, so sellers must work harder to stand out.

Let’s look at the data:

• Average sales price (traditional residential): ~$409,000

• Average days on market: 59 days (up from last year)

• Resort market homes (Gulf Shores, Orange Beach): ~104 days on market

• Inventory: Over 4,500 homes for sale countywide—up 5% from last month

Fairhope specifically is considered a buyer’s market as of late 2025. That means more listings than buyers and stiffer competition for sellers.

So... Is It Hard to Sell?

It depends on your home.

If your home is:

• Well-maintained

• Priced accurately

• Staged and marketed effectively

Then you can absolutely still sell successfully—even quickly.

But if it’s overpriced, needs updates, or lacks marketing exposure, it may sit longer or attract low offers.

What Sellers Need to Do Differently Now

As a seller in Baldwin County in 2025, here’s how to stay competitive:

1. Price It Right from Day One
   Today’s buyers are informed and won’t chase overpriced homes.

2. Make It Shine
   Clean, stage, update if needed, and invest in professional photography.

3. Offer Flexibility
   Be ready to negotiate on closing costs, repairs, or timelines.

4. Tell the Right Story
   Use neighborhood features (schools, walkability, beach access) to your advantage.

5. Work With a Local Expert
   Selling in Gulf Shores is different than in Fairhope. You need strategy tailored to your micro-market.

Jim Dodson’s Take

From my perspective at Dodson Real Estate Group, we're still helping homeowners across Baldwin County sell every day—but we’re doing it with smarter pricing, stronger marketing, and honest conversations.

If you're prepared to present your home the right way, it's not hard to sell—it’s just a more thoughtful process than it was during the boom years.

Thinking About Selling?

Let’s talk strategy. Whether you're downsizing, relocating, or just curious about your home's value, I’d be happy to provide a custom market analysis.

Jim Dodson & Alicen Fowler
Dodson Real Estate Group