Laurel Estates, Birmingham, AL
Laurel Estates — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Laurel Estates, 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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Laurel Estates Neighborhood Overview
Laurel Estates is a residential neighborhood in Birmingham, primarily within the 35216 ZIP code. The area presents a balanced mix of homeowners and renters, with a homeownership rate of 55.4% and a renter-occupied rate of 44.6%. This creates a diverse community dynamic within the city's housing landscape.
The local housing market is characterized by a median home value of $353,600, with the average home offering approximately 1,375 square feet of living space. For renters, the median gross rent is $1,257 per month. The median household income for residents is $68,237, which aligns with the local property values and rental costs, indicating a market where housing expenses are proportionate to typical earnings in the neighborhood.
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Laurel Estates Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $354K |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo |
| Median Household Income | $68K |
| Homeownership Rate | 55.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 44.6% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 3.8% |
| Market Type | Seller's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35216 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Laurel Estates, Birmingham
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Laurel Estates
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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