If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in Columbus GA, Phenix City AL, or near Fort Benning, this local housing market update will walk you through what’s happening right now and what it means for your next move. And local Mortgage Expert, Jared Hudson with Ironcrest Mortgage, will talk all things interest rates.

In this video, we break down the current real estate market across Columbus GA, Phenix City AL, and the greater Chattahoochee Valley, including pricing trends, buyer demand, inventory levels, and how long homes are taking to sell. Whether you’re preparing to list your home or trying to decide if now is the right time to buy, understanding today’s market conditions is key to making a confident decision.

This update is focused on real, local data and experience. Not national headlines. Not generic advice. Just what’s actually happening in the Columbus GA and Phenix City AL real estate market right now.

What You’ll Learn:

• Are home prices rising, stabilizing, or declining in Columbus GA and Phenix City AL
• What today’s buyer demand looks like and how it’s impacting home sales
• Why some homes are selling quickly while others are sitting on the market
• What buyers need to know before making an offer
• How sellers should position and price their home in today’s market

The real estate market in Columbus GA, Phenix City AL, and areas surrounding Fort Benning continues to shift based on local demand, pricing strategy, condition, and competition. If you’re planning a move, timing and strategy matter more than ever.

If you want guidance based on your specific situation, reach out directly. We’ll help you evaluate your options and make a clear plan whether you’re buying, selling, or doing both.

The 2026 3rd Qt Data…

Muscogee & Harris Counties

Closed Sales
2026-  1950
2025-  1831       % change-  6.5% increase 

Average Days on Market
2026-  45
2025-  43

Avg Sales Price
2026-  $299,100
2025-  $286,700     % change-  4.33% increase  

Active Listings
2026-  694
2025-  583

Pending Sales
2026-  267
2025-  267

Closed Sales Volume  2026- $583,200,000
2025- $524,900,000        % change-  6.92% increase

Russell & Lee Counties

Closed Sales
2026-  974
2025-  929     % change-  4.83% increase 

Average Days on Market
2026-  44
2025-  41

Average Sales Price
2026-  $310,000
2025-  $293,500    % change-  5.26% increase 

Active Listings
2026-  402
2025-  320
 
Pending Sales
2026-  133
2025-  129

Closed Sales Volume  2026- $301,928,000
2025- $272,641,000      % change-  10.74% increase

**All of this data is as provided in the Columbus Board of Realtors and East Alabama Board of Realtors (excluding Auburn) MLS systems.