Hillswood, Tuscaloosa, AL
Hillswood — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Hillswood, 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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Hillswood Neighborhood Overview
Hillswood, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Hillswood is a neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, primarily within the 35404 ZIP code. The area presents a balanced mix of homeowners and renters, with a homeownership rate of 48.8% and a renter-occupied rate of 51.2%. This creates a diverse residential character where single-family homes are common, with the average home size being approximately 1,300 square feet.
The local housing market shows a median home value of $182,400, which is accessible relative to the median household income of $44,676. For renters, the median gross rent is $974 per month. This affordability, combined with the neighborhood's established feel, makes it a practical option for a range of residents in the Tuscaloosa area.
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Hillswood Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $182K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $974/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $45K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 48.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 51.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 3.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35404 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Hillswood, Tuscaloosa
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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 2026-04-19