2026 Mid-Year Columbus GA Housing Market Update

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 Mid-Year Data…

Muscogee & Harris Counties

Closed Sales 2026-  1264  2025-  1231       % change-  2.73% increase    Average Days on Market 2026-  46 2025-  43     Avg Sales Price 2026-  $295,450 2025-  $282,612     % change-  4.54% increase     Active Listings 2026-  643   2025-  529     Pending Sales 2026-  348  2025-  289    Closed Sales Volume  2026- $373,450,110                                         2025- $347,895,519        % change-  6.92% increase  

Russell & Lee Counties

Closed Sales 2026-  640   2025-  592     % change-  8.1% increase    Average Days on Market 2026-  46     2025-  44     Average Sales Price 2026-  $306,465 2025-  $292,926    % change-  4.62% increase    Active Listings 2026-  337   2025-  302    Pending Sales 2026-  167   2025-  176     Closed Sales Volume  2026- $196,927,714                                         2025- $173,412,374      % change-  13.56% increase   **All of this data is as provided in the Columbus Board of Realtors and East Alabama Board of Realtors (excluding Auburn) MLS systems.