The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 35907 sells for about $305,900, or $190 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 71 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,184 a month.
ZIP 35907 — Gadsden
The 35907 housing market is experiencing steady growth with a median price of $305,900, reflecting strong demand for single-family homes in the Southside area. While inventory remains tight, the market is supported by consistent interest from local buyers and a stable economic environment in Etowah County. Prices have seen a modest year-over-year increase, indicating a balanced but competitive landscape.
This ZIP is ideal for families and those seeking a quiet, river-adjacent lifestyle with more space than the urban core of Gadsden, while remaining within a reasonable commute of local employment.
Median prices moved up 5.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 71 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
24% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.9% · poverty 4.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 35907, 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.
The area is served by the Southside school system, which is generally regarded as a stable, community-focused district within Etowah County.
The area is situated along the Coosa River, which presents localized flood risks; standard property insurance coverage is recommended.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing and service sectors in the Gadsden-Southside corridor, with steady residential development.
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 rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with access to major regional corridors connecting Southside to Gadsden's employment centers.
The area features significant access to the Coosa River for boating and fishing, alongside local parks and community-focused shopping districts.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand and limited inventory, with a mix of single-family rentals and some multi-family options.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and retail sectors centered in the Gadsden metropolitan area.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, utilizing regional highways for access to Gadsden and surrounding Etowah County.
Development is focused on low-density residential expansion and small-scale commercial growth along primary transit arteries.
The Etowah County Revenue Commissioner manages property assessments based on annual market value updates.
Parcels are subject to Etowah County property taxes and local school district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and proximity to the Coosa River flood zones.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 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.
Provides extensive recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, and scenic views.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.