35224 — McDonald Chapel, AL Home Values
Typical home value $71,955 as of July 2026 · 87th of 91 in Birmingham-Hoover, AL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 35224, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 35224 compares in the Birmingham-Hoover, AL area
ZIP code 35224 (McDonald Chapel, AL) has a typical home value of $71,955 as of July 2026, ranking 87th of 91 ZIP codes tracked in the Birmingham-Hoover, AL area, more expensive than about 5% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -2.7% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed -2.3%, from $73,672 in July 2021 to $71,955 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 5× the annual rent ($1,200/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Birmingham-Hoover, AL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Birmingham.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 35224 has a population of 5,409, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 70% Black or African American, 22.8% White, 4.7% two or more races, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino, 0.7% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Community School | 3006 Cora Avenue, Birmingham, AL | 1.3 mi |
| Wylam Elementary School | 701 Erie Street, Birmingham, AL | 2.3 mi |
| Pleasant Grove Elementary School | 601 Park Rd, Pleasant Grove, AL | 3 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 35224?
$71,955 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 35224 an expensive ZIP code in the Birmingham-Hoover, AL area?
35224 ranks 87th of 91 ZIP codes in the Birmingham-Hoover, AL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 5% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 35224 changed over the past year?
-2.7% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 35224?
The typical home price is 5× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,200/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 35224?
5,409, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 35224?
Minor Community School (1.3 mi), Wylam Elementary School (2.3 mi), Pleasant Grove Elementary School (3 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 35224?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of July 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Birmingham-Hoover, AL forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.