36869 — Phenix City, AL Home Values
Typical home value $177,200 as of June 2026 · 21st of 31 in Columbus, GA-AL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 36869, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 36869 compares in the Columbus, GA-AL area
ZIP code 36869 (Phenix City, AL) has a typical home value of $177,200 as of June 2026, ranking 21st of 31 ZIP codes tracked in the Columbus, GA-AL area, more expensive than about 35% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +5.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +25.7%, from $140,984 in June 2021 to $177,200 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 11.5× the annual rent ($1,282/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
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Population and demographics
ZIP code 36869 has a population of 20,987, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 51.8% Black or African American, 39.5% White, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino, 3.4% two or more races, 0.6% another race, and 0.5% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgecrest Elementary School | 1806 8th Pl So, Phenix City, AL | 2.7 mi |
| Ladonia Elementary School | 9 Woodland Dr, Phenix City, AL | 3.5 mi |
| South Girard School | 521 Fontaine Rd, Phenix City, AL | 3.9 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 36869?
$177,200 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 36869 an expensive ZIP code in the Columbus, GA-AL area?
36869 ranks 21st of 31 ZIP codes in the Columbus, GA-AL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 35% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 36869 changed over the past year?
+5.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 36869?
The typical home price is 11.5× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,282/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 36869?
20,987, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 36869?
Ridgecrest Elementary School (2.7 mi), Ladonia Elementary School (3.5 mi), South Girard School (3.9 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 36869?
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 Columbus, GA-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.