Melton, Tuscaloosa, AL
Melton — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Melton, 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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Melton Neighborhood Overview
Melton is a neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, primarily served by the 36776 ZIP code. The area presents a highly affordable entry point into the Tuscaloosa housing market, with a median home value of $62,200. This affordability is reflected in a strong homeownership rate of 78.9%, indicating a stable, resident-owned community where the majority of households own their homes. The average home size is approximately 1,200 square feet, typical for the area's market segment.
The neighborhood's housing dynamics show a clear majority of owner-occupied residences, with a renter-occupied rate of 21.1%. The consistency between the reported median home value and the census figure confirms the established market valuation for the area. This combination of low median home prices and high homeownership defines Melton as a practical and cost-effective residential option within the city.
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Melton Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $62K |
| Homeownership Rate | 78.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 21.1% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% |
| Market Type | Seller's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36776 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Melton, Tuscaloosa
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Melton
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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 2026-05-30