Real Estate Investing in Hollywood, Alabama

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 2,173 • Jackson County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 12.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.2% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $185,728
Avg Monthly Rent $864
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Hollywood Real Estate

Across Hollywood's 1 ZIPs, the picture is tepid: $186K median values, $864/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

plainly Hollywood's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects lackluster investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

unambiguously Hollywood's sale market has not rewarded patience. a stretch for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

Population dynamics in Hollywood haven't been supportive. better suited elsewhere for combined with soft income growth, the demographic backdrop complicates any purely financial underwriting.

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Best ZIP codes in Scottsboro, AL

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Avg Home Value
$185,728
Avg Monthly Rent
$864
1% Rule
✗ Below
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📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Scottsboro, AL metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
74%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Scottsboro, AL metro
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Days to pending
7.6%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Hollywood, AL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hollywood, AL

Is Hollywood, AL a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

Investors tracking Hollywood, AL will find a 3.0/5 rating supported by $186K median home values and $864/mo rents. That profile suits long-term holders targeting steady returns.

What is the average monthly rent in Hollywood, AL?

Rent in Hollywood, AL is around $864/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $186K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

Should investors worry about vacancy in Hollywood, AL?

Hollywood, AL sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader AL rental market.

Does house hacking work in Hollywood, AL?

House hacking works a challenging in Hollywood, AL. Rents of $864/mo against $186K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

How deep is the rental pool in Hollywood, AL?

The tenant pool in Hollywood, AL is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $864/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

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