Waco, Opelika, AL
Waco — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Waco, 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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Waco Neighborhood Overview
Waco is a neighborhood in Opelika, Alabama, primarily served by the 30182 ZIP code. The area presents an affordable entry point into homeownership, with a median home value of $170,900 and homes averaging around 1,500 square feet. The market is predominantly owner-occupied, with a homeownership rate of 74.8%, indicating a stable, established residential community.
The neighborhood's median household income is $55,235, which aligns with the local housing costs. For renters, who make up 25.2% of households, the median gross rent is a relatively modest $850 per month. This combination of affordable home values and rental costs makes Waco an accessible option for a range of budgets within the Opelika area.
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Waco Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $171K |
| Median Gross Rent | $850/mo |
| Median Household Income | $55K |
| Homeownership Rate | 74.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 25.2% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% |
| Market Type | Seller's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 30182 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Waco, Opelika
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Waco
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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 2026-05-29