Robertsdale, Ala. — (OBA) — Baldwin County’s housing market continued to show signs of strength in August 2025, with both sales prices and closed transactions climbing compared to last year. Data from Baldwin REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service revealed that while properties are sitting longer before selling, overall demand has not slowed. The numbers also suggest that buyers are still willing to meet higher price points, particularly in resort-driven areas. Local leaders and real estate professionals may view these figures as an indication of steady growth despite extended listing times.

In the Resort and Island-based market, which includes Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, and Gulf Shores south of Canal Road, average sales prices rose 13.43 percent from August 2024, reaching $861,748. Properties in this area stayed on the market an average of 101 days, which was up 16.09 percent from last year. Closed sales in the resort sector surged as well, with 166 properties sold — a 24.81 percent jump over August 2024.

Traditional residential sales across the county also improved. Average sales prices increased slightly, up 1.01 percent year-over-year, bringing the new average to $417,889. Homes in this category spent about 67 days on the market, an increase of 6.35 percent compared to last year. A total of 438 properties sold, marking a 1.62 percent increase in closed transactions from August 2024.

Central Baldwin recorded 183 residential sales in August with an average price of $329,513. That price reflected a 1.92 percent decline from the previous year. Homes in this part of the county averaged 65 days on the market.

Condo sales along the coast painted a different picture. With 110 properties sold, the average price reached $751,690, reflecting a 4.01 percent increase from August 2024. These units averaged 96 days on the market. Coastal homes saw even sharper growth, with 76 sales averaging $924,622—a 15.59 percent rise from last year. The average days on market for this group was 104.

The Eastern Shore reported 227 sales with an average price of $494,173, which was up 12.06 percent compared to the previous year. Homes there stayed on the market for an average of 68 days. North Baldwin also experienced noticeable growth with 26 properties sold at an average price of $294,364, marking a 17.88 percent increase from 2024. These homes remained listed for about 72 days.

Overall, Baldwin REALTORS® noted that the combination of higher sales prices and increased closed sales indicates ongoing confidence in the county’s housing market. However, the rise in days on the market suggests that buyers may be taking longer to finalize purchases, possibly reflecting tighter budgets or a more cautious approach in 2025.