Balkum, Dothan, AL
Balkum — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Balkum, Dothan, 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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Balkum Neighborhood Overview
Balkum Neighborhood Market Intelligence
Balkum is a neighborhood in Dothan, Alabama, primarily within the 36353 ZIP code. The area is characterized by a strong sense of ownership, with a homeownership rate of 87.3%. This is reflected in the housing market, where the median home value is $97,500. The typical home offers a comfortable average size of 1,425 square feet, providing solid value for homeowners in the community.
The neighborhood's housing costs are balanced against its income levels. The median household income in Balkum is $43,125. For renters, who make up 12.7% of occupied units, the median gross rent is $830 per month. This combination of affordable home values and rental costs makes Balkum an accessible neighborhood within the Dothan area, appealing to those seeking stable, owner-occupied housing.
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Balkum Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $98K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $830/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $43K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 87.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 25.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36353 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Balkum, Dothan
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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 2026-04-18