Bankston, Northport, AL
Bankston — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Bankston, Northport, 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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Bankston Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Bankston is a quiet, established neighborhood located in the northern part of Northport, Alabama. It offers residents a suburban feel with convenient access to the amenities of both Northport and nearby Tuscaloosa.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood features primarily single-family homes, many of which are ranch-style or traditional builds on spacious lots. With a median home value around $87,900, Bankston represents one of the more affordable residential areas in the region.
Schools & Education
Students in Bankston are served by the Tuscaloosa County School System. The neighborhood is zoned for schools like Huntington Place Elementary and is within reasonable distance to several other well-regarded public schools in the county.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy nearby outdoor spaces like the Northport Community Center and Van de Graaff Park, which offers walking trails and river access. The neighborhood's own quiet streets and large yards also provide ample space for recreation.
Local Dining & Shopping
While primarily residential, Bankston is just a short drive from Northport's main commercial corridors along McFarland Boulevard and Highway 82. Here, residents find a wide variety of national retailers, grocery stores, and popular chain restaurants.
Who Lives Here
Bankston is a family-friendly community with a mix of long-time residents and newcomers. The neighborhood has a median household income of approximately $32,356, reflecting its affordable, working-class and middle-income character.
Bankston Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $88K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $32K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 94.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 5.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35542 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Bankston, Northport
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Bankston
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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 2026-04-16