ZIP 35242

The area is served by highly-rated public schools, with several institutions receiving top marks from regional educational assessments.

The area benefits from proximity to major Birmingham employment hubs and ongoing suburban development, maintaining steady economic momentum.

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 typically face a commute of approximately 26 minutes, with primary access to the Birmingham employment core via major highway corridors.

The area features access to local parks, golf courses, and significant retail shopping districts within a 3-mile radius.

The rental market remains stable with consistent demand, though specific vacancy and investor-ownership data are not currently published.

The local economy is anchored by a mix of healthcare, professional services, and retail sectors, benefiting from the broader Birmingham metro economic base.

The area is primarily car-dependent, relying on regional highway infrastructure for connectivity to the Birmingham metro area.

Ongoing residential and mixed-use development continues to expand the suburban footprint of the ZIP code.

Parcels are subject to various school and municipal district taxes, which vary by specific location within the ZIP.