The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 35213 sells for about $774,825, or $312 per square foot.
Prices are up +14.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 5 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,795 a month.
ZIP 35213
The 35213 housing market is highly competitive, characterized by low inventory and rapid sales velocity. Median prices have seen significant year-over-year growth, driven by strong demand for the area's high-quality schools and affluent lifestyle. Note that some specific metrics like long-term tax history are not currently published at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is ideal for affluent families and professionals seeking high-quality schools, proximity to Birmingham's urban core, and a stable, high-value residential environment.
Median prices moved up 14.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 5 days on market with 0.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
20% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.5% · poverty 2.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 35213, Jefferson 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.
The area is served by highly-rated schools, with the community often associated with the prestigious Mountain Brook school system.
The area benefits from proximity to the Birmingham employment core and steady demand for high-end residential real estate.
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.
Residents primarily commute by car to downtown Birmingham, with most trips taking 15-20 minutes via major local thoroughfares.
The area features access to local parks, proximity to the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, and upscale shopping and dining districts.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and limited inventory, with rents reflecting the area's affluent demographic profile.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Birmingham metro area, with significant employment in healthcare, finance, and education.
The area is primarily car-dependent, with access to major regional highways connecting to the Birmingham metro area.
Development is largely focused on high-end residential infill and renovation of existing housing stock.
Jefferson County utilizes a mass appraisal system for property tax assessments, with periodic revaluations.
Parcels are subject to county-wide school and municipal tax districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including potential storm risks common to Northern Alabama.
Data retrieved from census.gov and local market reports.
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.
- Topgolf Birmingham44 mi
- Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure4.416.7 mi
- Dave & Buster's Birmingham4.19.2 mi
- Altitude Trampoline Park Birmingham Amusement Park in Pelham, Alabama4.311.8 mi
- Activate Games4.96.3 mi
- Barber Motorsports Park4.97.9 mi
- Hoover Metropolitan Complex4.612.8 mi
- Topgolf Birmingham44 mi
- Birmingham Race Course Casino3.77.1 mi
- Coca-Cola Amphitheater4.24.3 mi
- Birmingham Zoo4.22.2 mi
- Oak Mountain State Park4.811.5 mi
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum4.97.9 mi
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens4.81.8 mi
- McWane Science Center4.73.7 mi
- Barber Motorsports Park4.97.9 mi
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum4.97.9 mi
- McWane Science Center4.73.7 mi
- Vulcan Park and Museum4.72.9 mi
- Birmingham Museum of Art4.83.9 mi
- Oak Mountain State Park4.811.5 mi
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens4.81.8 mi
- Railroad Park Foundation4.73.7 mi
- Red Mountain Park4.87.7 mi
- Veterans Park4.77.8 mi
- Topgolf Birmingham44 mi
- Avondale Brewing Company4.52.2 mi
- RTJ Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley4.39.5 mi
- RTJ Golf Trail at Ross Bridge4.510.8 mi
- Highland Park Golf Course4.31.7 mi
- Riverchase Galleria4.39.2 mi
- The Summit Birmingham4.53.9 mi
- The Shops of Grand River4.59.1 mi
- Publix Super Market at 20 Midtown4.53.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major regional attraction featuring extensive gardens and educational programs.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).