Shadyside, Birmingham, AL
Shadyside — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Shadyside, 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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Shadyside Neighborhood Overview
Shadyside 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 majority of residents own their homes. For renters, the median gross rent is $938 per month, while the renter-occupied rate stands at 38.3%.
The neighborhood's housing stock offers space, with an average home size of approximately 1,450 square feet. The median household income in Shadyside is $34,669, which aligns with the local home values and rental costs. This combination of factors defines Shadyside as a community where homeownership is within reach for many of its residents, providing a stable residential base within the city.
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Shadyside 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 Shadyside, Birmingham
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Shadyside
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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