Real Estate Investing in Washington County, Alabama

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 4,503

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (65/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ 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: 24.3% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

2.2% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $174,257
Avg Monthly Rent $891
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Washington County Real Estate

Washington County (AL) covers 1 ZIPs and 1 municipalities. clearly the fundamentals here skew distressed, and both rent and price trends have been sluggish across most of the geography.

A 3.0 rating and a 0.0% 5-year CAGR are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting. Washington County sits firmly in that category.

Washington County's population trends and income levels suggest a region where affordability is strained, constraining how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Avg Home Value
$174,257
Avg Monthly Rent
$891
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (AL)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Mobile, AL metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
57%
Days Pending
1/2
60 days

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Cities in Washington County

ZIP Codes in Washington County, AL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Washington County

Is, AL good for landlords?

, AL operates under AL law, which is tenant-protective overall for landlords. Expect consistent treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

How qualified is the tenant pool in, AL?

, AL draws a reliable base of working renters. Demand at the $891/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in, AL?

Rental vacancy in, AL is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

How does, AL rank within AL?

, AL comes in broadly in line with on the AL comparison. Specific drivers include $174K prices and $891/mo rents.

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