Oswichee, Opelika, AL
Oswichee — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Oswichee, 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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Oswichee Neighborhood Overview
Oswichee, Opelika, Alabama
Oswichee is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily within the 36856 ZIP code. The area presents a classic picture of a stable, homeowner-centric community, with an exceptionally high homeownership rate of 92.2%. This is complemented by a correspondingly low renter-occupied rate of just 7.8%, indicating a neighborhood where long-term residency is the norm.
The housing market in Oswichee reflects its established character, with a median home value of $224,600. Homes here offer generous space, with an average size reported at 1,800 square feet. For the rental market, the median gross rent is $1,597 per month. The median household income in the neighborhood is $66,994, which aligns with the local housing costs and supports the high rate of homeownership.
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Oswichee Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $225K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $67K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 92.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 7.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 28.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36856 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Oswichee, Opelika
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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 2026-04-18