The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 35226 sells for about $473,609, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 41 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,499 a month.
ZIP 35226
The 35226 housing market remains competitive with a median sale price of $473,609, reflecting a 2.6% year-over-year increase. Demand remains steady, though some metrics like active inventory and specific tax data are not currently available at the ZIP level. The area continues to attract families due to its suburban character and school quality.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a suburban environment with access to quality schools and proximity to Birmingham's employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 41 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.0% · poverty 4.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 35226, Alabama
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by highly regarded public schools, contributing to the neighborhood's appeal for families.
The area benefits from its proximity to major employment hubs in the Birmingham metro area and steady residential demand.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Alabama) — Current Use Valuation: Allows property to be taxed based on its current use value rather than fair market value, potentially reducing the tax burden. Conversion to a non-qualified use triggers revaluation and potential back-tax liability. State (Alabama) — Class III Residential Property Tax Assessment: Property is assessed at 10% of its fair market value. The tax liability is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the local millage rate. A standard homestead exemption applies to the 6.5 mill statewide property tax on the first $4,000 of assessed valuation. State (Alabama) — Class 3 Residential Property Tax Assessment: Residential property is classified as Class 3 and assessed at 10 percent of its fair market value. A standard homestead exemption applies to the 6.5 mill statewide property tax on the first $4,000 of assessed valuation. State (Alabama) — Standard State Ad Valorem Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $4,000 in assessed valuation from the 6.5 mill state ad valorem tax levy (providing a maximum direct state tax reduction of $26.00). Formula: Adjusted State Tax = Max(0, (Assessed Value - $4,000)) × 0.0065. State (Alabama) — Statewide Ad Valorem Property Tax and Class III Residential Assessment Ratio: Establishes a baseline 6.5 statewide millage rate ($0.0065 per dollar of assessed value) under Ala.
Residents typically commute to the Birmingham employment core via major highway corridors.
The area features access to local parks, green spaces, and shopping districts within the Bluff Park and Hoover vicinity.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand with median rents around $2,200 per month.
The local economy is supported by the broader Birmingham metropolitan area's diverse industry mix, including healthcare, education, and professional services.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and United States Zip Codes.
- Topgolf Birmingham48.4 mi
- Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure4.49.8 mi
- Dave & Buster's Birmingham4.12.5 mi
- Altitude Trampoline Park Birmingham Amusement Park in Pelham, Alabama4.35.1 mi
- Activate Games4.92.2 mi
- Barber Motorsports Park4.915.2 mi
- Hoover Metropolitan Complex4.65 mi
- Topgolf Birmingham48.4 mi
- Birmingham Race Course Casino3.715.2 mi
- Coca-Cola Amphitheater4.28.7 mi
- Birmingham Zoo4.26.2 mi
- Oak Mountain State Park4.87.7 mi
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens4.86.6 mi
- McWane Science Center4.77.4 mi
- Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure4.49.8 mi
- Barber Motorsports Park4.915.2 mi
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum4.915.2 mi
- McWane Science Center4.77.4 mi
- Vulcan Park and Museum4.76.1 mi
- Birmingham Museum of Art4.87.9 mi
- Oak Mountain State Park4.87.7 mi
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens4.86.6 mi
- Railroad Park Foundation4.77 mi
- Red Mountain Park4.83 mi
- Veterans Park4.76.3 mi
- Topgolf Birmingham48.4 mi
- Avondale Brewing Company4.58.6 mi
- RTJ Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley4.32.8 mi
- RTJ Golf Trail at Ross Bridge4.53 mi
- Highland Park Golf Course4.37.6 mi
- Riverchase Galleria4.32.4 mi
- The Summit Birmingham4.56.5 mi
- Publix Super Market at 20 Midtown4.57.2 mi
- Publix Super Market at Edgemont Town Center4.53.9 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.21.8 mi
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport4.311.5 mi
- Birmingham Airport Authority4.611.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A well-known residential area within the ZIP known for its community atmosphere.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2026) (within 12.5%).