Dayton, Tuscaloosa, AL
Dayton — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Dayton, Tuscaloosa, 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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Dayton Neighborhood Overview
Dayton is a neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, primarily within the 36738 ZIP code. It presents a market characterized by very affordable entry points, with a median home value of $77,000. The housing stock typically offers homes averaging around 1,250 square feet, providing modestly sized living spaces for residents. The neighborhood maintains a balance between owners and renters, with a homeownership rate of 53.6% and a corresponding renter-occupied rate of 46.4%.
The local economy is reflected in a median household income of $24,609. For the nearly half of households that rent, the median gross rent is $726 per month. This combination of low home values and rents makes Dayton one of the more budget-conscious areas within the Tuscaloosa housing landscape, potentially appealing to first-time homebuyers or those seeking lower-cost accommodations.
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Dayton Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $77K |
| Median Gross Rent | $726/mo |
| Median Household Income | $25K |
| Homeownership Rate | 53.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 46.4% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% |
| Market Type | Seller's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36738 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Dayton, Tuscaloosa
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Dayton
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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