Valley, Opelika, AL
Valley — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Valley, 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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Valley Neighborhood Overview
Valley, Opelika, Alabama
Valley is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily served by the 36854 ZIP code. The area presents an affordable entry point into homeownership, with a median home value of $130,500 and an average home size of approximately 1,425 square feet. The neighborhood has a solid homeownership base, with 69.1% of units owner-occupied, reflecting a stable, resident-owned community.
The local housing market offers options for both owners and renters. The median gross rent is $990 per month, while the median household income is $58,324. With a renter-occupied rate of 30.9%, the neighborhood maintains a mix of housing tenures. This balance, coupled with the accessible home prices, defines Valley as a practical and cost-effective residential area within Opelika.
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Valley Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $131K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $990/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $58K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 69.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 10.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36854 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Valley, Opelika
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Valley
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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