LaFayette, Opelika, AL
LaFayette — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for LaFayette, Opelika, 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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LaFayette Neighborhood Overview
LaFayette Neighborhood Market Intelligence
LaFayette is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily within the 36862 ZIP code. The area presents an affordable entry point into homeownership, with a median home value of $139,400 and an average home size of approximately 1,450 square feet. The housing market is predominantly owner-occupied, with a high homeownership rate of 76.5%, indicating a stable, established community of residents.
The neighborhood's median household income is $44,014, which aligns with the local housing costs. For renters, representing 23.5% of households, the median gross rent is a notably affordable $599 per month. This combination of low median rent and accessible home prices makes LaFayette a practical option for both first-time buyers and those seeking budget-friendly rental housing in the Opelika area.
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LaFayette Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $139K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $599/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $44K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 76.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 23.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 1.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36862 |
Top Real Estate Agents in LaFayette, Opelika
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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