West Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL
West Tuscaloosa — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for West Tuscaloosa, 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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West Tuscaloosa Neighborhood Overview
West Tuscaloosa is a neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, primarily within the 35401 ZIP code. It is characterized as an Affordable market tier, with a median household income of $27,497. The housing market reflects this affordability, with a median home value of $132,400 and a median gross rent of $885 per month. The average home size is approximately 1,100 square feet.
The neighborhood has a strong rental market, with a renter-occupied rate of 67.3% and a corresponding homeownership rate of 32.7%. This dynamic suggests West Tuscaloosa is an accessible entry point for renters and potential first-time homebuyers in the Tuscaloosa area, given the lower price points compared to many other markets.
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West Tuscaloosa Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $132K |
| Median Gross Rent | $885/mo |
| Median Household Income | $27K |
| Homeownership Rate | 32.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 67.3% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 5.7% |
| Market Type | Balanced |
| Market Tier | Affordable |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35401 |
Top Real Estate Agents in West Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for West 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 2026-06-01