Hillman Gardens, Bessemer, AL
Hillman Gardens — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Hillman Gardens, Bessemer, Alabama. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) licensing database.
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Hillman Gardens Neighborhood Overview
Hillman Gardens is a neighborhood in Bessemer, Alabama, primarily within the 35221 ZIP code. The area presents an affordable entry point into the local housing market, with a median home value of $71,400. This affordability is reflected in the homeownership rate of 63.4%, indicating a majority of residents own their homes. The average home size is approximately 1,350 square feet, providing a practical living space for households.
The neighborhood's economic profile shows a median household income of $33,660. For the 36.6% of households that rent, the median gross rent is $968 per month. This combination of home values and rents positions Hillman Gardens as a community with accessible housing costs relative to local income levels, supporting its stable residential character.
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Hillman Gardens Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $71K |
| Median Gross Rent | $968/mo |
| Median Household Income | $34K |
| Homeownership Rate | 63.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 36.6% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 11.6% |
| Market Type | Buyer's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35221 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Hillman Gardens, Bessemer
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-05-30