University Area · Tuscaloosa, AL
Is Now a Good Time to Sell in University Area, Tuscaloosa?
The median home in University Area sells for $609,444 with prices up 31% year-over-year. Ridley's flat fee saves you $14,784.
University Area Real Estate Market Conditions
Ridley Sell Score
How it's scored →Moderate
65/100A balanced market with opportunities for well-priced homes.
Median Sale Price
$609,444
+31%Days on Market
38.5
Price per Sq Ft
$506
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.29%
Homes Sold
40
Sold Above List
2.5%
Pending in 2 Weeks
35.48%
Source: public market records
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$609,444
Traditional Agent (3%)
$18,283
Ridley Pro (flat fee)
$3,499
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Cost to sell in University Area
| Traditional Agent | Best valueRidley Pro | Ridley Essentials | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listing fee | $18,283 | $3,499 | $999 |
| Buyer agent | $17,0642.8% avg | $12,189~2% avg | $12,189~2% avg |
| Closing costs (~1.5%) | $9,142 | $9,142 | $9,142 |
| Total cost | $44,489 | $24,830 | $22,330 |
| You save | — | $14,784 | $17,284 |
Based on the University Area median home price of $609,444. Ridley buyer agent commission reflects the average ~2% BAC offered by Ridley sellers.
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