The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 35235 sells for about $185,000, or $125 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.8%), a market in balance. Homes take about 256 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,404 a month.
ZIP 35235
The 35235 housing market is currently neutral, with a median listing price of $185,000 and a stable year-over-year price growth of 0.8%. Market activity is characterized by a high median days on market of 256 days, suggesting a balanced pace between buyers and sellers. Rental demand remains steady, providing a gross rental yield of 9.41% for investors.
This ZIP is well-suited for first-time homebuyers and investors seeking affordable entry points into the Birmingham market, as well as commuters who prioritize proximity to the city center.
Median prices moved up 0.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 256 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.0% · poverty 20.8% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 35235, Jefferson County AL
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the area are generally reported as higher than the national average, with local law enforcement focusing on community-based safety initiatives.
Schools serving the area are part of the Birmingham City and Jefferson County systems, with performance ratings varying significantly by specific campus.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity, with flood risk concentrated in specific low-lying zones.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Birmingham employment core, with ongoing interest in residential infill and renovation projects.
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 primarily commute via I-59 and I-20, providing direct access to downtown Birmingham employment hubs within a 15-20 minute drive.
The area features local community parks and is within a short drive of larger regional green spaces and shopping centers in the eastern Birmingham suburbs.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for single-family homes, with a gross rental yield of approximately 9.41% as of June 2026.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Birmingham metropolitan area, with significant employment in healthcare, education, and logistics.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-59 and I-20, facilitating regional connectivity.
Development is largely focused on the revitalization of existing residential stock and small-scale commercial improvements.
The Jefferson County Tax Assessor maintains property valuations based on periodic market analysis and physical inspections.
Parcels are subject to Jefferson County property taxes and may fall within specific municipal or school district boundaries.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail risk common to Central Alabama.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA5 35235 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Topgolf Birmingham411.4 mi
- Dave & Buster's Birmingham4.119.2 mi
- Activate Games4.916.4 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.514.1 mi
- K1 Speed Birmingham4.76.9 mi
- Barber Motorsports Park4.96.4 mi
- Birmingham Race Course Casino3.73.4 mi
- Topgolf Birmingham411.4 mi
- Coca-Cola Amphitheater4.211.3 mi
- Legacy Arena4.611.8 mi
- Birmingham Zoo4.212.1 mi
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum4.96.4 mi
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens4.811.7 mi
- McWane Science Center4.711.9 mi
- Vulcan Park and Museum4.712.5 mi
- Barber Motorsports Park4.96.4 mi
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum4.96.4 mi
- McWane Science Center4.711.9 mi
- Vulcan Park and Museum4.712.5 mi
- Birmingham Museum of Art4.811.7 mi
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens4.811.7 mi
- Railroad Park Foundation4.712.3 mi
- Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex4.510.3 mi
- Ruffner Mountain4.75.6 mi
- Avondale Park4.510.1 mi
- Topgolf Birmingham411.4 mi
- Avondale Brewing Company4.510 mi
- Highland Park Golf Course4.310.8 mi
- The Country Club of Birmingham4.611.2 mi
- Roebuck Golf Course3.94.9 mi
- The Shops of Grand River4.56 mi
- Publix Super Market at 20 Midtown4.511.9 mi
- The Fish Market Restaurant4.411.8 mi
- Publix Super Market at Montclair Place4.58.6 mi
- Sozo Trading Co.4.610 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local retail hub serving the immediate area.
Provides green space and recreational facilities for residents.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).