36801 — Opelika, AL Home Values
Typical home value $301,657 as of June 2026 · 6th of 9 in Auburn-Opelika, AL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 36801, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 36801 compares in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area
ZIP code 36801 (Opelika, AL) has a typical home value of $301,657 as of June 2026, ranking 6th of 9 ZIP codes tracked in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area, more expensive than about 44% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +29.1%, from $233,678 in June 2021 to $301,657 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 15.8× the annual rent ($1,591/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 Auburn-Opelika, AL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Auburn.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 36801 has a population of 24,504, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 55.3% White, 36.2% Black or African American, 5.4% Hispanic or Latino, 1.6% Asian, 1.2% two or more races, and 0.2% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Morris Avenue Intermediate School | 8 Morris Ave, Opelika, AL | 1.7 mi |
| Opelika High School | 1700 Bulldog Pkwy, Opelika, AL | 2.5 mi |
| Opelika Middle School | 1206 Denson Dr, Opelika, AL | 2.9 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 36801?
$301,657 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 36801 an expensive ZIP code in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area?
36801 ranks 6th of 9 ZIP codes in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 44% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 36801 changed over the past year?
+3.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 36801?
The typical home price is 15.8× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,591/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 36801?
24,504, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 36801?
Morris Avenue Intermediate School (1.7 mi), Opelika High School (2.5 mi), Opelika Middle School (2.9 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 36801?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Auburn-Opelika, 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.