Temple, Opelika, AL
Temple — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Temple, 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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Temple Neighborhood Overview
Temple Neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama
Temple is a residential neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily served by the 30179 ZIP code. The area is characterized by a strong sense of ownership, with a homeownership rate of 87.1% and a corresponding renter-occupied rate of just 12.9%. This indicates a stable, established community where residents are deeply invested in their properties and the local area.
The housing market in Temple offers relative affordability within the region, with a median home value of $190,300. Homes here typically provide comfortable living space, averaging around 1,600 square feet. For renters, the median gross rent is $1,093 per month. The neighborhood's economic stability is supported by a median household income of $74,773, which aligns with the ability to support homeownership at the prevailing market values.
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Temple Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $190K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $75K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 87.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 1.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 30179 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Temple, 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