Lato, Opelika, AL
Lato — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Lato, 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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Lato Neighborhood Overview
Lato is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily served by the 36875 ZIP code. The area presents a stable residential market characterized by a high rate of homeownership, with 80.3% of housing units occupied by their owners. This creates a community largely composed of long-term residents, supported by a median household income of $53,735.
The local housing market offers relative affordability, with a median home value of $186,000. Homes in Lato average 1,575 square feet in size. For renters, who make up 19.7% of occupied units, the median gross rent is a modest $701 per month, providing a lower-cost entry point into the neighborhood compared to many areas.
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Lato Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $186K |
| Median Gross Rent | $701/mo |
| Median Household Income | $54K |
| Homeownership Rate | 80.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 19.7% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 9.3% |
| Market Type | Buyer's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36875 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Lato, Opelika
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Lato
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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 2026-06-01