Ruffner, Birmingham, AL
Ruffner — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Ruffner, 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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Ruffner Neighborhood Overview
Ruffner is a neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama, located primarily within the 35206 ZIP code. The area presents an accessible entry point into the Birmingham housing market, with a median home value of $110,700. The typical home offers an 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 market dynamics show a clear affordability profile, with a median gross rent of $966 per month and a median household income of $38,671. This combination of lower home values and rents makes Ruffner a practical option for first-time homebuyers and renters seeking value within the city. The neighborhood's character is shaped by this economic mix, fostering a community where residential stability is balanced with rental mobility.
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Ruffner 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 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35206 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Ruffner, Birmingham
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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