Gate City, Birmingham, AL
Gate City — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Gate City, 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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Gate City Neighborhood Overview
Gate City is a neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama, located primarily within the 35206 ZIP code. The market is classified as Affordable, with a median home value of $110,700, which is significantly below broader metro averages. The housing stock offers a practical average size of 1,425 square feet. The neighborhood has a nearly even split between owners and renters, with a homeownership rate of 47.8% and a renter-occupied rate of 52.2%.
The local rental market shows a median gross rent of $966 per month. This cost, combined with the median household income of $38,671, shapes the financial landscape for residents. The alignment of the affordable home values and moderate rents defines Gate City as a key entry point into the Birmingham housing market for both first-time buyers and renters seeking value.
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Gate City Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $111K |
| Median Gross Rent | $966/mo |
| Median Household Income | $39K |
| Homeownership Rate | 47.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 52.2% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 7.0% |
| Market Type | Balanced |
| Market Tier | Affordable |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35206 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Gate City, Birmingham
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Gate City
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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 2026-05-31