Riverchase, Bessemer, AL
Riverchase — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Riverchase, 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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Riverchase Neighborhood Overview
Riverchase, Bessemer, Alabama
Riverchase is a neighborhood in Bessemer, Alabama, primarily served by the 35244 ZIP code. The area presents a balanced housing market with a strong homeownership base, where nearly 70% of units are owner-occupied. The median home value stands at $357,000, reflecting a substantial investment for the region, with homes averaging a comfortable 1,725 square feet in size.
The neighborhood's economic profile is robust, with a median household income of $106,338. This financial stability supports the local housing market and distinguishes Riverchase within the broader Bessemer area. For the rental segment, representing 30.2% of occupied housing, the median gross rent is $1,381 per month, offering an alternative for residents not seeking homeownership.
Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 272 neighborhoods in Bessemer.
Riverchase Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $357K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $106K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 69.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 5.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35244 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Riverchase, 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 2026-04-18