The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 36343 sells for about $279,900, or $161 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 65 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $907 a month.
ZIP 36343 — Gordon
The housing market in 36343 remains stable with steady demand for new construction single-family homes. Limited inventory is keeping upward pressure on prices, though the pace of sales remains moderate compared to larger urban centers. Buyers are primarily families looking for suburban space within commuting distance of Dothan.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters who prefer a quiet, rural-suburban lifestyle while remaining within a short driving distance of Dothan's urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 65 days on market with 2.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
11% 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 16.0% · poverty 15.7% — 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 5.7%/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 6.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 36343, Houston 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 the Rehobeth area are generally lower than the national average, with the region benefiting from a quiet, rural-suburban character.
Schools serving the area are part of the Houston County School District, which maintains a generally positive reputation for academic performance and community engagement.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional tropical weather impacts; flood insurance is recommended for low-lying parcels.
Growth is driven by residential expansion and proximity to the Dothan employment hub, with steady demand for new construction housing.
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.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with most residents driving 15-20 minutes to reach major employment centers in Dothan.
Recreation is centered on local community parks and proximity to Dothan's larger amenity base, including golf courses and shopping centers within a short drive.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and high demand from families and commuters seeking suburban living outside Dothan.
The economy is heavily influenced by the Dothan metropolitan area, with major sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with major access provided by local state highways connecting to Dothan.
Development is focused on low-density residential expansion to accommodate population growth from the Dothan metro area.
The Houston County Revenue Commissioner manages property assessments, typically reassessing properties periodically to reflect market value changes.
Parcels are served by the Houston County School District and local utility providers for water and electricity.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather risks, including wind and hail exposure common in Southeast Alabama.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates for ZCTA 36343.
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.
- KBC4.519.5 mi
- Big Creek Gaming3.816.3 mi
- Rip Hewes Stadium4.219.3 mi
- The Plant4.719.6 mi
- Dothan Opera House4.719.5 mi
- Wiregrass Museum of Art4.719.3 mi
- Bella's Fine Dining4.219.6 mi
- Historic Coheelee Creek Covered Bridge4.517.5 mi
- Dollar General4.110.6 mi
- Dothan Regional Airport4.126.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local park providing green space and community gathering areas.
Nearby golf facility serving the broader region.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.