Ensley Highlands, Birmingham, AL
Ensley Highlands — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Ensley Highlands, 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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Ensley Highlands Neighborhood Overview
Ensley Highlands is a neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama, primarily within the 35208 ZIP code. The area presents an accessible entry point into the Birmingham housing market, with a median home value of $86,100. This affordability is reflected in the homeownership rate of 61.7%, indicating a community where a majority of residents own their homes. The average home size is reported at 1,450 square feet, offering relatively spacious living for the price point.
The neighborhood's housing market is balanced between owners and renters, with a renter-occupied rate of 38.3%. For those renting, the median gross rent is $938 per month. The median household income in Ensley Highlands is $34,669, which provides context for the local cost of living and the affordable housing metrics. This combination of factors shapes a community with a stable residential base.
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Ensley Highlands Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $86K |
| Median Gross Rent | $938/mo |
| Median Household Income | $35K |
| Homeownership Rate | 61.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 38.3% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 5.8% |
| Market Type | Balanced |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35208 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Ensley Highlands, Birmingham
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Ensley Highlands
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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