Neighborhood Empowerment, Decatur, AL
Neighborhood Empowerment — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Neighborhood Empowerment, Decatur, 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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Neighborhood Empowerment Neighborhood Overview
Welcome to Neighborhood Empowerment
Neighborhood Empowerment is a residential community located in Decatur, Illinois. It offers residents a quiet, suburban atmosphere within the larger city.
Lifestyle & Amenities
The neighborhood provides a family-friendly environment with local parks and community spaces. Residents have convenient access to essential shopping and services within the Decatur area.
Real Estate Market
The housing market in Neighborhood Empowerment is characterized by affordability, with a Census median home value of $119,000. Current market data indicates an asking price per square foot of approximately $57.75.
Schools & Education
The neighborhood is served by the Decatur Public Schools district. Families have access to a range of public educational institutions from elementary through high school.
Transportation & Connectivity
Neighborhood Empowerment is well-connected by major local roads, facilitating easy commutes around Decatur. The area is primarily designed for automobile travel, with limited public transit options available.
Why Choose Neighborhood Empowerment
This neighborhood is an excellent choice for homebuyers seeking an affordable entry into the Decatur market with a median household income of $62,955. It offers a stable, community-oriented lifestyle at a value compared to many other areas.
Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2022) — data.census.gov
- Redfin Neighborhood Market Tracker — redfin.com/news/data-center
Neighborhood Empowerment Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $119K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $850/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $63K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 73.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 26.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 10.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Tier | Affordable | Top10Lists.us Classification |
| Primary ZIP Code | 62521 | |
| Mortgage Originations (2022 HMDA) | ||
| Total Mortgage Originations | 262,923 | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
| VA Loan Originations | 10,875 | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
| VA Loan Share | 0.0% | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
| Average VA Loan Amount | $270K | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 219,732 | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 32,316 | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Neighborhood Empowerment, Decatur
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Neighborhood Empowerment
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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
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17