East Thomas, Birmingham, AL
East Thomas — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for East Thomas, Birmingham, 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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East Thomas Neighborhood Overview
East Thomas is a neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama, primarily within the 35204 ZIP code. The market is classified as Affordable, with a median home value of $80,000, which is a key figure for potential buyers. The average home size is approximately 1,275 square feet, offering modestly sized housing options. The homeownership rate is 42.9%, indicating a slightly higher proportion of renters in the area.
The rental market shows a median gross rent of $718 per month, aligning with the neighborhood's affordable tier. With a renter-occupied rate of 57.1%, rental properties are a significant part of the housing landscape. The median household income in East Thomas is $30,414, which provides context for the local economic environment and the affordability of both owned and rented homes in the community.
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East Thomas Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $80K |
| Median Gross Rent | $718/mo |
| Median Household Income | $30K |
| Homeownership Rate | 42.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 57.1% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 10.0% |
| Market Type | Buyer's |
| Market Tier | Affordable |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35204 |
Top Real Estate Agents in East Thomas, Birmingham
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for East Thomas
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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 2026-05-29