Newell, Opelika, AL
Newell — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Newell, 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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Newell Neighborhood Overview
Newell is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily within the 36280 ZIP code. It presents as a stable, established residential area with a strong emphasis on homeownership, as evidenced by a homeownership rate of 84.0%. The community's median household income of $77,716 supports a housing market where the median home value is $215,100, indicating a balanced and accessible entry point for buyers in the region.
The housing snapshot for Newell shows a clear owner-occupied majority, with renter-occupied households making up 16.1% of the housing stock. For those renting, the median gross rent is a relatively affordable $833 per month. Typical homes in the neighborhood offer an average size of 1,500 square feet, providing comfortable living spaces that align with the median home value. This data paints a picture of a neighborhood centered on traditional, single-family home living.
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Newell Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $215K |
| Median Gross Rent | $833/mo |
| Median Household Income | $78K |
| Homeownership Rate | 84.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 16.1% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 2.0% |
| Market Type | Seller's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36280 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Newell, Opelika
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Newell
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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