Lake Forest Estates, Opelika, AL
Lake Forest Estates — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Lake Forest Estates, 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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Lake Forest Estates Neighborhood Overview
Lake Forest Estates is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily within the 36801 ZIP code. The area presents a balanced mix of homeowners and renters, with a homeownership rate of 63.5% and a corresponding renter-occupied rate of 36.5%. This creates a stable residential community where the majority of residents have a long-term stake in the neighborhood.
The local housing market is characterized by affordability, with a median home value of $193,800. Homes here offer comfortable living space, averaging 1,425 square feet. For renters, the median gross rent is $872 per month. The median household income for residents is $55,728, which aligns with the accessible cost of housing in the area, whether renting or owning.
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Lake Forest Estates Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $194K |
| Median Gross Rent | $872/mo |
| Median Household Income | $56K |
| Homeownership Rate | 63.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 36.5% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 8.2% |
| Market Type | Buyer's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36801 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Lake Forest Estates, Opelika
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Lake Forest Estates
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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 2026-05-31