The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 35901 sells for about $165,000, or $108 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 $820 a month.
ZIP 35901 — Gadsden
The 35901 housing market remains stable with modest year-over-year price growth and a balanced inventory level. Demand is driven by local affordability, though the market faces headwinds from higher interest rates and limited new construction activity. Overall, the area continues to serve as an accessible residential option for the Gadsden metro region.
This ZIP is well-suited for budget-conscious family buyers and local workers seeking affordability. It offers a slower pace of life with proximity to regional outdoor amenities, making it less attractive to high-end investors or those requiring dense urban transit.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 5.8 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.1% · poverty 26.3% — 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 6.3%/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 4.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 35901, Etowah 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 Gadsden are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue. Local law enforcement continues to focus on community-based policing to address these regional trends.
Schools in the 35901 area are primarily served by Gadsden City Schools, which maintain a mix of ratings; performance varies significantly by individual campus.
The area faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding near the Coosa River. Property insurance premiums are influenced by these regional weather patterns.
Economic momentum is driven by manufacturing, healthcare, and retail sectors in the Gadsden metro area. Infrastructure projects focus on maintaining regional connectivity and supporting local industrial parks.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. 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. Code § 40-8-1 and the Alabama Constitution.
Most residents rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major access provided by I-59 and US-411. Transit options are limited, making the area primarily car-dependent for reaching employment hubs.
The area features access to the Coosa River for water activities, several local parks, and proximity to Noccalula Falls Park. Shopping and dining are concentrated along the main commercial corridors of Gadsden.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand for affordable housing, with a mix of single-family rentals and multi-family complexes. Vacancy rates remain stable, though investor interest in short-term rentals is limited compared to larger urban centers.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare services, and regional retail. Major employers include local medical centers and industrial manufacturing plants that serve as the primary economic drivers for the Etowah County region.
Transportation is dominated by highway access via I-59, which connects the area to Birmingham and Chattanooga. Public transit is minimal, necessitating private vehicle ownership for most residents.
Development efforts are currently focused on downtown revitalization and infrastructure upgrades to support existing industrial zones. There are no major large-scale master-planned communities currently under construction within the ZIP.
Parcels are subject to Gadsden City or Etowah County school district taxes, along with standard municipal and county levies. No significant MUD or PID districts are currently active in this ZIP.
Property insurance costs are moderate but sensitive to regional weather risks, including wind and storm damage. Market health is stable with standard coverage availability.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ACS 2024 profiles.
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.
A major regional attraction featuring a 90-foot waterfall, botanical gardens, and hiking trails.
Provides extensive opportunities for fishing, boating, and riverside recreation.
The primary regional shopping destination serving the surrounding counties.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.