Real Estate Investing in Black, Alabama

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 613 • Geneva County

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Should you buy in Black, AL? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (39/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 18.8% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Flat appreciation: Values have barely moved over 5 years (0.0% CAGR).

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2.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

0.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.69% as of Aug 6 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $191,944
Avg Monthly Rent $729
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Black Real Estate

Black (Alabama) spans 1 ZIPs and roughly a sizable population. firmly the fundamentals here skew distressed, with soft rents, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth respecting.

A 2.0 rating and a 5-year CAGR of 0.0% are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting, not spreadsheet tourism. Black is in that category.

The $729/mo / $192K relationship in Black looks modest once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. looks to the realized yield tends to disappoint.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Black a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Best ZIP codes in Dothan, AL

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Avg Home Value
$191,944
Avg Monthly Rent
$729
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (AL)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Dothan, AL metro

4/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
66%
Days Pending
2/2
81 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Dothan, AL metro
81
Days to pending
8.1%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of July 25, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Black, AL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Black, AL

What are home prices like in Black, AL?

Median home price in Black, AL is near $192K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been reliable and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

How much is rent in Black, AL?

Rents in Black, AL run near $729/mo. Compared with median home prices of $192K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

What kind of tenants rent in Black, AL?

Tenant quality in Black, AL ranks as solid. Landlords generally report reliable occupancy at market rents of $729/mo.

What is it like being a landlord in Black, AL?

AL law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Black inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

What does house hacking look like in Black, AL?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Black, AL reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

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