Walnut Hill, Decatur, AL
Walnut Hill — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Walnut Hill, 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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Walnut Hill Neighborhood Overview
Walnut Hill is a neighborhood in Decatur, Alabama, primarily within the 35620 ZIP code. It presents as a stable, predominantly owner-occupied community, with a high homeownership rate of 86.2%. The neighborhood's housing stock consists of homes averaging 1,525 square feet in size, offering a balance of space and value for residents.
The local housing market shows a median home value of $175,700, which aligns with the area's median household income of $80,145. This income-to-housing cost ratio suggests a generally affordable environment for homeowners. For renters, who make up 13.8% of households, the median gross rent is reported at $959 per month. The strong homeownership rate and these specific financial metrics indicate a neighborhood with significant residential stability and investment.
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Walnut Hill Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $176K |
| Median Gross Rent | $959/mo |
| Median Household Income | $80K |
| Homeownership Rate | 86.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 13.8% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.9% |
| Market Type | Seller's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35620 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Walnut Hill, Decatur
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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