New Site, Opelika, AL
New Site — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for New Site, 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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New Site Neighborhood Overview
New Site is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily served by the 36256 ZIP code. The area presents a highly affordable housing market, with a median home value of $139,500. This value is reflected in the average home size of 1,475 square feet, indicating residents get a reasonable amount of space for their investment. The neighborhood is overwhelmingly owner-occupied, with a homeownership rate of 89.1%.
The character of New Site is defined by its stability and affordability. With a median household income of $55,500, the cost of housing appears manageable for most residents. For the smaller rental segment, which makes up 10.9% of households, the median gross rent is a very accessible $629 per month. This combination of low home values and low rent creates a community where housing costs are likely not a primary financial stressor for most.
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New Site Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $140K |
| Median Gross Rent | $629/mo |
| Median Household Income | $56K |
| Homeownership Rate | 89.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 10.9% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% |
| Market Type | Seller's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36256 |
Top Real Estate Agents in New Site, Opelika
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for New Site
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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 2026-05-29