Tohopeka, Opelika, AL
Tohopeka — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Tohopeka, 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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Tohopeka Neighborhood Overview
Tohopeka is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily served by the 36256 ZIP code. The area presents a classic profile of a stable, homeowner-centric community, with an exceptionally high homeownership rate of 89.1%. This is reflected in the local housing market, where the median home value is $139,500, offering significant affordability compared to many national and regional averages. The typical home in Tohopeka provides a comfortable average size of 1,475 square feet.
The neighborhood's housing costs align with the reported median household income of $55,500. For the rental segment, which constitutes 10.9% of occupied units, the median gross rent is a modest $629 per month. This combination of affordable home values, reasonable rents, and high ownership indicates a settled, financially grounded community within the Opelika area, where residents have a strong foothold in the local real estate market.
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Tohopeka 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 Tohopeka, 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 2026-05-31