When it comes to selecting a home in Alabama, affluent homebuyers consider multiple factors beyond just price.

These metrics collectively provide insight into which neighborhoods may not deliver the premium living experience that wealthy residents seek.

This is not subjective opinion but data-driven analysis of Alabamas luxury neighborhoods.

These are the 25 Worst Luxury Neighborhoods for Wealthy Folks in Alabama (as of April 2025)

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With no significant nautical or vacation home amenities, Wahouma offers limited appeal for luxury buyers.

The median home price in Gadsden Northwest is approximately $163,000, positioning it among Alabamas least luxurious neighborhoods.

The areas Retirement Score is also quite low at 8.52, and it lacks nautical amenities.

Wahouma Home Price History Chart

With an Overall Luxury Score of 2.59, Maryvale East offers little appeal to affluent buyers.

The median home price in this neighborhood is estimated at $163,000.

The neighborhood lacks nautical features and vacation home appeal.

Gadsden Northwest Home Price History Chart

The median home price in Kaolin is approximately $163,000, reflecting its position among Alabamas least luxurious neighborhoods.

The median home price in Fountain Heights is estimated at $163,000.

The median home price in this neighborhood is approximately $162,000.

Maryvale East Home Price History Chart

Despite its waterfront advantages, the Overall Luxury Score remains very low at 2.33.

The median home price in Oakdale is estimated at $162,000.

The median home price in West Tuscaloosa is approximately $162,000.

Kaolin Home Price History Chart

The neighborhood lacks nautical features and vacation home appeal.

The median home price in Baltimore is estimated at $161,000.

The median home price in Dothan Southeast is approximately $161,000.

Fountain Heights Home Price History Chart

The neighborhood lacks nautical features and vacation home appeal.

The median home price in Smithfield / Graymont is approximately $160,000.

The median home price in this area is estimated at $160,000.

Trinity Gardens Home Price History Chart

The median home price in East Prichard North is approximately $159,000.

The neighborhood lacks nautical features and vacation home appeal.

The median home price in Alabama City is approximately $158,000.

Oakdale Home Price History Chart

The median home price in Talladega North is approximately $158,000.

The median home price in this neighborhood is estimated at $157,000.

The median home price in Washington Park East is approximately $157,000.

West Tuscaloosa Home Price History Chart

The median home price in this neighborhood is estimated at $156,000.

The neighborhood lacks nautical features and vacation home appeal.

The median home price in Selmont / Casey is approximately $155,000.

Oxanna Home Price History Chart

The area has virtually no Urban Sophistication at 0.41 and a very poor Retirement Score of 3.38.

The median home price in Overton South is approximately $150,000.

The area has virtually no Urban Sophistication at 0.40 and a low Retirement Score of 12.48.

Baltimore Home Price History Chart

The median home price in Pelham Northeast is approximately $150,000.

The area has essentially no Urban Sophistication at 0.04 and a very poor Retirement Score of 3.59.

The median home price in Bains Gap Rd is approximately $150,000.

Dothan Southeast Home Price History Chart

The area has practically no Urban Sophistication at 0.34 and a very poor Retirement Score of 3.56.

Despite its exceptional quietness, the complete absence of luxury amenities makes it Alabamas second-worst neighborhood for affluent buyers.

The median home price in Morrisville / Peaceburg is approximately $150,000.

Smithfield / Graymont Home Price History Chart

The area has virtually no Urban Sophistication at 0.36 and a very poor Retirement Score of 6.09.

The median home price in Oxford West is approximately $150,000.

Maxwell Boulevard North / Maxwell Boulevard South Home Price History Chart

East Prichard North Home Price History Chart

Alabama City Home Price History Chart

Talladega North Home Price History Chart

Arlington Home Price History Chart

Washington Park East Home Price History Chart

Titusville Home Price History Chart

Selmont / Casey Home Price History Chart

Overton South Home Price History Chart

Pelham Northeast Home Price History Chart

Bains Gap Rd Home Price History Chart

Morrisville / Peaceburg Home Price History Chart

Oxford West Home Price History Chart