Thornhill, Birmingham, AL
Thornhill — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Thornhill, 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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Thornhill Neighborhood Overview
Thornhill, Birmingham, Alabama
Thornhill is a residential neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama, primarily within the 35243 ZIP code. The area presents a balanced mix of homeowners and renters, with a homeownership rate of 57.1% and a renter-occupied rate of 42.9%. This blend contributes to a diverse community dynamic within this part of the city.
The local housing market is characterized by a median home value of $458,000, with homes averaging around 1,450 square feet. For renters, the median gross rent is $1,478 per month. The median household income in Thornhill is $102,163, which aligns with the neighborhood's housing costs, indicating a market geared toward middle-to-upper-income residents seeking space and stability in Birmingham.
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Thornhill Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $458K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $102K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 57.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 42.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 8.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35243 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Thornhill, 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 2026-04-17