The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 35135 sells for about $341,000, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,268 a month.
ZIP 35135
The housing market in 35135 remains stable with modest year-over-year price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is driven by local buyers seeking suburban living, though limited sales volume suggests a cautious approach by both buyers and sellers in the current interest rate environment.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a quieter, river-adjacent lifestyle while maintaining access to the broader Birmingham metro area.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 5.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.6% · poverty 19.0% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 35135, St. Clair County AL
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Riverside are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type in the region.
Schools serving the 35135 area are part of the St. Clair County School District, which maintains a moderate performance rating compared to state averages.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity, with flood risk primarily concentrated near the Coosa River.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Birmingham-Hoover metropolitan area, with local growth supported by residential development and small-scale commercial expansion.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Alabama) — Current Use Valuation: Allows property to be taxed based on its current use value rather than fair market value, potentially reducing the tax burden. Conversion to a non-qualified use triggers revaluation and potential back-tax liability. State (Alabama) — Class III Residential Property Tax Assessment: Property is assessed at 10% of its fair market value. The tax liability is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the local millage rate. A standard homestead exemption applies to the 6.5 mill statewide property tax on the first $4,000 of assessed valuation. State (Alabama) — Class 3 Residential Property Tax Assessment: Residential property is classified as Class 3 and assessed at 10 percent of its fair market value. A standard homestead exemption applies to the 6.5 mill statewide property tax on the first $4,000 of assessed valuation. State (Alabama) — Standard State Ad Valorem Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $4,000 in assessed valuation from the 6.5 mill state ad valorem tax levy (providing a maximum direct state tax reduction of $26.00). Formula: Adjusted State Tax = Max(0, (Assessed Value - $4,000)) × 0.0065. State (Alabama) — Statewide Ad Valorem Property Tax and Class III Residential Assessment Ratio: Establishes a baseline 6.5 statewide millage rate ($0.0065 per dollar of assessed value) under Ala.
Commuters primarily rely on I-20 for access to the Birmingham employment core, with average commute times reflecting a suburban-to-urban travel pattern.
The area features significant access to the Coosa River for boating and fishing, alongside local parks and proximity to regional golf courses.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and stable demand, with a mix of long-term residential rentals and limited short-term vacation rental activity near the river.
The local economy is supported by a mix of retail, local services, and manufacturing, with many residents commuting to the larger Birmingham-Hoover labor market.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with I-20 serving as the main artery connecting the area to regional employment hubs.
Development is focused on low-density residential expansion and infrastructure improvements to support local population growth.
The St. Clair County Revenue Commissioner manages property assessments, utilizing a mass appraisal system to determine fair market value for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to St. Clair County school taxes and local municipal levies, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail risk, which are standard for the North Alabama area.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 35135 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Talladega Superspeedway4.87.9 mi
- Talladega Short Track & Raceway Park, LLC4.78.5 mi
- Pell City PREMIERE LUX Cine, Bowl & Pizza Pub4.64.6 mi
- Lakeside Park4.76.7 mi
- International Motorsports Hall of Fame4.77.4 mi
- Combat Park4.810.5 mi
- Talladega Bowling Center3.812.7 mi
- International Motorsports Hall of Fame4.77.4 mi
- Mustang Museum of America4.913.2 mi
- Top Trails OHV Park4.712.6 mi
- Lakeside Park4.76.7 mi
- Pell City Civic Center4.56.6 mi
- Odenville City Park4.412.6 mi
- River's Edge Marina4.811.7 mi
- Greensport Marina and General Store4.517 mi
- Poor House Branch Marina3.96.3 mi
- Riverside Landing4.41.3 mi
- Sundance Marina4.611 mi
- Publix Super Market at South Park Center4.65.9 mi
- Highway 77 Fish Market Restaurant LLC4.74.7 mi
- Dollar General3.84.1 mi
- Dollar General49.7 mi
- Dollar General4.26.8 mi
- Gadsden Regional Medical Center Heliport3.929.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides extensive recreational opportunities including fishing, boating, and water sports.
Local community park offering green space and recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 28.5% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $243,800 (-28.5% vs the prior refresh cycle) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.