Based on the Zillow Home Value Index, which provides reliable estimates of home values across the United States, you can discover incredible opportunities in Alabama’s housing market. The most affordable neighborhoods in Alabama show fascinating patterns of growth and value, with Birmingham and Mobile dominating the list of budget-friendly communities. Most impressively, several neighborhoods have seen values more than double over the past decade despite remaining among the state’s most affordable options.
You’ll notice a remarkable trend in appreciation rates, with neighborhoods like Riley in Birmingham showing an astonishing 182% increase since 2010 while still maintaining affordability with average home values under $50,000. This demonstrates the potential for investment even in the most economical segments of Alabama’s housing market. Birmingham neighborhoods in particular show strong recovery from the housing crisis, with 15 of the 25 most affordable neighborhoods located in this revitalizing industrial city.
Your exploration of Alabama’s housing market reveals that location continues to be the determining factor in home values, with neighborhoods in smaller metros like Dothan appearing multiple times on the affordability list. Interestingly, two neighborhoods (Fisher and Owens in Mobile) actually decreased in value over the past five years, bucking the strong appreciation trend seen across most other affordable areas in the state.
25. Evergreen
- 2025 Value: $56,477
- 2020 Value: $35,049
- 2015 Value: $27,155
- 2010 Value: $15,183
- % Change 2020-2025: 61.14%
- % Change 2015-2025: 107.98%
- % Change 2010-2025: 271.98%
Located in the western section of Birmingham, Evergreen has experienced extraordinary growth over the past fifteen years. You can see the remarkable trajectory from $15,183 in 2010 to $27,155 in 2015, then climbing to $35,049 in 2020, and now reaching $56,477 in 2025. This represents a stunning 272% increase since 2010, making it one of the strongest performing affordable neighborhoods in the entire state while still remaining accessible to first-time homebuyers and investors.
24. North Titusville
- 2025 Value: $56,464
- 2020 Value: $36,864
- 2015 Value: $24,811
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 53.17%
- % Change 2015-2025: 127.58%
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Situated just southwest of downtown Birmingham, North Titusville offers an affordable housing option with impressive appreciation. You can track its steady growth from $24,811 in 2015 to $36,864 in 2020, and now reaching $56,464 in 2025. The neighborhood has more than doubled in value over the past decade, showing a remarkable 127.58% increase since 2015.
23. Oakleigh
- 2025 Value: $55,614
- 2020 Value: $42,944
- 2015 Value: $39,301
- 2010 Value: $61,170
- % Change 2020-2025: 29.50%
- % Change 2015-2025: 41.51%
- % Change 2010-2025: -9.08%
Nestled in Mobile’s historic district, Oakleigh presents an interesting case study in housing market fluctuations. You’ll notice that unlike most neighborhoods on this list, Oakleigh has actually decreased in value since 2010, falling from $61,170 to the current $55,614, representing a 9.08% decline over 15 years. However, the neighborhood has been steadily recovering since 2015, growing from $39,301 to $42,944 in 2020, and now to $55,614 in 2025, showing recent positive momentum despite the long-term decline.
22. Gorgas
- 2025 Value: $55,235
- 2020 Value: $44,604
- 2015 Value: $33,177
- 2010 Value: $40,228
- % Change 2020-2025: 23.83%
- % Change 2015-2025: 66.48%
- % Change 2010-2025: 37.31%
On the western side of Mobile, Gorgas has shown resilience and growth after weathering the housing market downturn. You can observe its value dropping from $40,228 in 2010 to $33,177 in 2015, before beginning a steady recovery to $44,604 in 2020 and now reaching $55,235 in 2025. This represents a solid 37.31% growth over the 15-year period, with particularly strong performance in the last decade showing 66.48% appreciation since 2015.
21. Arlington-West End
- 2025 Value: $55,014
- 2020 Value: $33,147
- 2015 Value: $25,541
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 65.97%
- % Change 2015-2025: 115.39%
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Adjacent to Birmingham’s historic West End district, Arlington-West End has seen substantial growth in recent years. You can track its impressive trajectory from $25,541 in 2015 to $33,147 in 2020, and now reaching $55,014 in 2025. This represents more than doubling in value over a decade with a 115.39% increase since 2015.
20. Graymont
- 2025 Value: $53,070
- 2020 Value: $28,814
- 2015 Value: N/A
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 84.18%
- % Change 2015-2025: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Just northwest of downtown Birmingham, Graymont has emerged as one of the fastest-appreciating affordable neighborhoods in Alabama. You can see its remarkable growth from $28,814 in 2020 to $53,070 in 2025, representing an impressive 84.18% increase in just five years. Though historical data before 2020 isn’t available, this rapid appreciation suggests significant revitalization efforts or changing perceptions of the neighborhood.
19. Powderly
- 2025 Value: $53,000
- 2020 Value: $30,007
- 2015 Value: $27,619
- 2010 Value: $25,291
- % Change 2020-2025: 76.63%
- % Change 2015-2025: 91.90%
- % Change 2010-2025: 109.56%
Situated in southwest Birmingham, Powderly demonstrates steady long-term appreciation while maintaining affordability. You can track its consistent growth from $25,291 in 2010 to $27,619 in 2015, then $30,007 in 2020, before leaping to $53,000 in 2025. This represents more than doubling in value over 15 years with a 109.56% increase since 2010. Notably, the majority of this growth occurred in the most recent five-year period, suggesting accelerating interest in this previously overlooked area of Birmingham.
18. Maysville
- 2025 Value: $52,729
- 2020 Value: $32,271
- 2015 Value: $27,339
- 2010 Value: $36,419
- % Change 2020-2025: 63.39%
- % Change 2015-2025: 92.87%
- % Change 2010-2025: 44.78%
Located in north-central Mobile, Maysville presents an interesting recovery story in Alabama’s housing market. You can observe its value declining from $36,419 in 2010 to $27,339 in 2015 during the extended housing crisis, before beginning a strong recovery to $32,271 in 2020 and now reaching $52,729 in 2025. This represents nearly doubling in value over the past decade with a 92.87% increase since 2015, significantly outpacing inflation and showing renewed interest in this affordable Mobile neighborhood.
17. Smithfield
- 2025 Value: $50,853
- 2020 Value: $32,518
- 2015 Value: $21,270
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 56.38%
- % Change 2015-2025: 139.08%
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Bordering Birmingham’s Legion Field to the north, Smithfield has experienced dramatic appreciation while remaining affordable. You can trace its remarkable growth from just $21,270 in 2015 to $32,518 in 2020, and now reaching $50,853 in 2025. This represents an impressive 139.08% increase in just a decade.
16. North Crichton
- 2025 Value: $49,523
- 2020 Value: $37,813
- 2015 Value: $33,745
- 2010 Value: $59,273
- % Change 2020-2025: 30.97%
- % Change 2015-2025: 46.76%
- % Change 2010-2025: -16.45%
In the heart of Mobile, North Crichton tells a story of market volatility and recovery. You’ll notice its substantial decline from $59,273 in 2010 to just $33,745 in 2015, representing the lingering effects of the housing crisis in this area. Since then, it has steadily recovered to $37,813 in 2020 and now $49,523 in 2025, though still 16.45% below its 2010 value.
15. Tuxedo
- 2025 Value: $49,101
- 2020 Value: $27,072
- 2015 Value: $21,841
- 2010 Value: $26,198
- % Change 2020-2025: 81.37%
- % Change 2015-2025: 124.81%
- % Change 2010-2025: 87.42%
Located in western Birmingham, Tuxedo exemplifies the roller-coaster housing market many neighborhoods experienced. You can see its value dropping from $26,198 in 2010 to $21,841 in 2015, before beginning a dramatic recovery to $27,072 in 2020 and surging to $49,101 in 2025. This represents an 87.42% increase over the 15-year period, with most growth occurring in the last five years when values increased by over 81%.
14. Riley
- 2025 Value: $49,082
- 2020 Value: $26,124
- 2015 Value: $22,129
- 2010 Value: $17,395
- % Change 2020-2025: 87.88%
- % Change 2015-2025: 121.80%
- % Change 2010-2025: 182.16%
Tucked away in west Birmingham, Riley stands out as having the highest appreciation rate among all affordable neighborhoods in Alabama. You can track its extraordinary growth from just $17,395 in 2010 to $22,129 in 2015, then $26,124 in 2020, before nearly doubling again to $49,082 in 2025. This represents an astounding 182.16% increase over 15 years, with particularly intense growth in the most recent five-year period showing an 87.88% jump.
13. Hooper City
- 2025 Value: $48,653
- 2020 Value: $34,659
- 2015 Value: $25,307
- 2010 Value: $26,179
- % Change 2020-2025: 40.38%
- % Change 2015-2025: 92.25%
- % Change 2010-2025: 85.85%
Situated in northwest Birmingham, Hooper City demonstrates resilience and strong recovery after initial market challenges. You can observe its slight decline from $26,179 in 2010 to $25,307 in 2015, before beginning solid growth to $34,659 in 2020 and now reaching $48,653 in 2025. This represents an 85.85% increase over the 15-year period, with accelerating growth in more recent years.
12. Thomas
- 2025 Value: $48,140
- 2020 Value: $27,229
- 2015 Value: $20,412
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 76.79%
- % Change 2015-2025: 135.84%
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Located in western Birmingham near industrial areas, Thomas has seen remarkable growth in property values while remaining quite affordable. You can trace its impressive trajectory from just $20,412 in 2015 to $27,229 in 2020, and now reaching $48,140 in 2025. This represents a 135.84% increase in just a decade, with particularly strong 76.79% growth in the most recent five years.
11. Headland
- 2025 Value: $46,429
- 2020 Value: N/A
- 2015 Value: N/A
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Located in the eastern part of Dothan in the Wiregrass region of Alabama, Headland represents an affordable option in this smaller metro area. You have limited historical data for this neighborhood, with only the 2025 value of $46,429 available, making trend analysis impossible. However, as one of the few Dothan neighborhoods appearing on this list, it demonstrates how smaller Alabama cities offer affordable housing alternatives to the larger metros of Birmingham and Mobile, which dominate much of this ranking.
10. Neely
- 2025 Value: $44,571
- 2020 Value: $36,559
- 2015 Value: $26,786
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 21.92%
- % Change 2015-2025: 66.40%
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Nestled in Mobile’s northern section, Neely shows steady growth while maintaining its position among Alabama’s most affordable neighborhoods. You can follow its consistent appreciation from $26,786 in 2015 to $36,559 in 2020, and now reaching $44,571 in 2025. This represents a solid 66.40% increase over the decade, though growth has moderated somewhat in the most recent five years with a 21.92% increase since 2020.
9. North Birmingham
- 2025 Value: $44,418
- 2020 Value: $30,632
- 2015 Value: $19,386
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 45.00%
- % Change 2015-2025: 129.12%
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
As its name suggests, North Birmingham occupies the northern section of the city, historically known for its industrial character. You can observe its remarkable growth from an extremely low $19,386 in 2015 to $30,632 in 2020, and now reaching $44,418 in 2025. This represents a 129.12% increase in just a decade, more than doubling in value despite remaining among the state’s most affordable areas.
8. Enon Ridge
- 2025 Value: $44,198
- 2020 Value: $26,046
- 2015 Value: N/A
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 69.69%
- % Change 2015-2025: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Located just north of downtown Birmingham, Enon Ridge has experienced substantial appreciation in recent years. You can see its impressive growth from $26,046 in 2020 to $44,198 in 2025, representing a 69.69% increase in just five years. Though historical data before 2020 isn’t available, this rapid appreciation suggests significant interest in this centrally located neighborhood.
7. Central Pratt
- 2025 Value: $43,482
- 2020 Value: $25,145
- 2015 Value: $17,147
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 72.92%
- % Change 2015-2025: 153.59%
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Situated in Birmingham’s industrial northwest corridor, Central Pratt demonstrates dramatic growth from extremely low values. You can trace its remarkable trajectory from just $17,147 in 2015 to $25,145 in 2020, and now reaching $43,482 in 2025. This represents a phenomenal 153.59% increase in just a decade, with values more than doubling in ten years despite remaining highly affordable.
6. Pine Street/Stough
- 2025 Value: $41,173
- 2020 Value: N/A
- 2015 Value: N/A
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Located in central Dothan in the southeastern corner of Alabama, Pine Street/Stough represents an affordable option in this smaller metropolitan area. You have limited historical data for this neighborhood, with only the 2025 value of $41,173 available. As one of three Dothan neighborhoods appearing on this list, it illustrates the significant affordability advantage of Alabama’s smaller cities compared to national averages, though historical trends cannot be analyzed due to incomplete data.
5. Collegeville
- 2025 Value: $38,352
- 2020 Value: $29,504
- 2015 Value: N/A
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 29.99%
- % Change 2015-2025: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Nestled in the northern part of Birmingham, Collegeville offers some of the most affordable housing options in Alabama’s largest city. You can observe its modest but steady growth from $29,504 in 2020 to $38,352 in 2025, representing an approximately 30% increase over five years. Though historical data before 2020 isn’t available, the neighborhood’s lower price point compared to surrounding areas makes it potentially attractive for first-time homebuyers seeking entry into Birmingham’s housing market.
4. Fairmont
- 2025 Value: $37,269
- 2020 Value: $26,969
- 2015 Value: $25,220
- 2010 Value: $24,828
- % Change 2020-2025: 38.19%
- % Change 2015-2025: 47.78%
- % Change 2010-2025: 50.11%
Positioned in western Birmingham, Fairmont demonstrates remarkable stability followed by recent acceleration in growth. You can track its gradual progression from $24,828 in 2010 to $25,220 in 2015 (just 1.6% growth in five years), before picking up pace to $26,969 in 2020, and then jumping to $37,269 in 2025. This represents a 50.11% increase over the 15-year period, with most growth concentrated in the most recent five years.
3. Owens
- 2025 Value: $34,764
- 2020 Value: $44,423
- 2015 Value: N/A
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: -21.74%
- % Change 2015-2025: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Located in the southern part of Mobile, Owens presents a unique case as one of the few neighborhoods showing a significant value decline in recent years. You can see its substantial decrease from $44,423 in 2020 to $34,764 in 2025, representing a 21.74% drop in just five years. This atypical trend runs counter to most Alabama neighborhoods and may reflect specific local challenges or an oversupply of housing in this area.
2. East Highlands
- 2025 Value: $33,575
- 2020 Value: N/A
- 2015 Value: N/A
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Situated on the eastern side of Dothan in the Wiregrass region of Alabama, East Highlands stands as the second most affordable neighborhood on our list. You have limited historical data for this neighborhood, with only the 2025 value of $33,575 available. As one of three Dothan neighborhoods appearing in this ranking, it demonstrates the significant affordability advantage found in Alabama’s smaller metropolitan areas.
1. Fisher
- 2025 Value: $30,358
- 2020 Value: $33,348
- 2015 Value: $30,512
- 2010 Value: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: -8.97%
- % Change 2015-2025: -0.51%
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
Located in the southwestern part of Mobile, Fisher holds the distinction of being the most affordable neighborhood in Alabama according to the Zillow Home Value Index. You can observe its slight fluctuations from $30,512 in 2015 to $33,348 in 2020, before dropping back to $30,358 in 2025. This represents a modest decline of 0.51% over a decade and a more substantial 8.97% drop in the last five years. As the only neighborhood on this list with average home values below $31,000, Fisher presents extraordinary affordability compared to national averages, though its declining values suggest careful investigation of local conditions would be prudent before investing.
