Norwood, Birmingham, AL
Norwood — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Norwood, 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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Norwood Neighborhood Overview
Norwood is a neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama, primarily within the 35234 ZIP code. The market is classified as Affordable, reflecting its accessible entry point for homeownership. The median home value here is $67,400, with homes averaging 1,350 square feet in size. The homeownership rate is 54.8%, indicating a fairly even split between owners and renters in the community.
The neighborhood's housing costs are complemented by a median gross rent of $723 per month. The median household income is $23,273, which provides important context for the local economic environment. With a renter-occupied rate of 45.2%, rental housing forms a significant part of Norwood's residential landscape.
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Norwood Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $67K |
| Median Gross Rent | $723/mo |
| Median Household Income | $23K |
| Homeownership Rate | 54.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 45.2% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 11.6% |
| Market Type | Buyer's |
| Market Tier | Affordable |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35234 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Norwood, Birmingham
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Norwood
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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 2026-05-28