Lakewood Heights, Opelika, AL
Lakewood Heights — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Lakewood Heights, 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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Lakewood Heights Neighborhood Overview
Lakewood Heights is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily within the 36867 ZIP code. The area presents a balanced mix of homeowners and renters, with a homeownership rate of 45.8% and a renter-occupied rate of 54.2%. This creates a diverse residential community where both renting and owning are common pathways to living in the neighborhood.
The local housing market is characterized by affordability, with a median home value of $175,900 and a median gross rent of $938 per month. The typical home in Lakewood Heights offers about 1,350 square feet of living space. The median household income for residents is $46,401, which aligns with the accessible cost of housing in the area, making it a practical option for many households in the Opelika region.
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Lakewood Heights Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $176K |
| Median Gross Rent | $938/mo |
| Median Household Income | $46K |
| Homeownership Rate | 45.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 54.2% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 12.0% |
| Market Type | Buyer's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36867 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Lakewood Heights, Opelika
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Lakewood Heights
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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