Milner, Opelika, AL
Milner — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Milner, 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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Milner Neighborhood Overview
Milner is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily served by the 36278 ZIP code. The area presents a stable, predominantly owner-occupied community, with a high homeownership rate of 83.6%. This is reflected in the local housing market, where the median home value is $241,300, and the typical home offers around 1,500 square feet of living space. The median household income for residents is $44,864.
The neighborhood's character is defined by its strong preference for homeownership, with a correspondingly low renter-occupied rate of 16.4%. For those renting in Milner, the median gross rent is a notably affordable $654 per month. This combination of established homeownership and accessible rental costs contributes to the area's residential stability within the broader Opelika market.
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Milner Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $241K |
| Median Gross Rent | $654/mo |
| Median Household Income | $45K |
| Homeownership Rate | 83.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 16.4% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 18.8% |
| Market Type | Buyer's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36278 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Milner, Opelika
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Milner
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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