Ridgeway, Opelika, AL
Ridgeway — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Ridgeway, 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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Ridgeway Neighborhood Overview
Ridgeway Neighborhood Market Intelligence
Ridgeway is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily within the 30217 ZIP code. It presents a stable residential community with a strong sense of ownership, as evidenced by a homeownership rate of 71.4%. The housing market is characterized by affordability, with a median home value of $145,200 and homes averaging 1,375 square feet in size. This positions Ridgeway as an accessible option for buyers within the Opelika area.
The neighborhood's economic profile is supported by a median household income of $60,085. For renters, representing 28.6% of occupied units, the median gross rent is $773 per month. These figures together paint a picture of a community with a balanced mix of homeowners and renters, where housing costs are generally aligned with local income levels, contributing to its residential stability.
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Ridgeway Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $145K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $773/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $60K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 71.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 30217 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Ridgeway, 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