Homewood City Property Records in Alabama
Homewood property records are public documents that describe who owns a parcel, how it is valued and what transactions have affected it. In Homewood, Alabama, these records are held at the county level rather than by the city, so they are found through Jefferson County offices.
Deeds, mortgages, liens and other recorded instruments are filed with the Jefferson County Judge of Probate, which serves as the county's recording office. Assessment and ownership information is maintained by the Jefferson County Tax Assessor, while tax payment records are held by the Jefferson County Tax Collector.
Many of these offices offer online parcel search or tax lookup tools, and staff can help with certified copies in person. For official figures, deed history or legal use, request records directly from these offices. The Alabama Department of Revenue also publishes general guidance on property tax in the state.
Homewood Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
Homewood's Crime Rates data reports two kinds of reported offenses: violent crimes, such as murder, robbery and assault, and property crimes, including total property crimes, burglary and motor vehicle theft. Each figure is a count of reported incidents.
Homewood reported no murders and 5 robberies. The city recorded 29 assaults. Property crimes totaled 545, including 52 burglaries and 62 motor vehicle thefts.
Users can use these counts to see the mix of reported crime in Homewood and how much of it falls into property crimes compared with violent crimes. The figures reflect only reported incidents and do not show how many of them were resolved.
What Is the Population Profile of Homewood
Homewood's Race and Ethnicity data shows a population that is mostly White, at 72% (20,038 people). Black residents make up 13% (3,629 people), and Hispanic residents make up 8% (2,105 people). Asian residents make up 3% (904 people) and Two + Races 3% (836 people), while Other Race is listed at 0.55% (153 people) and American Indian at 0.12% (32 people). Pacific Islander is listed at 0%.
Homewood, Ratings Compared Across Alabama 
Homewood's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city, from cost of living to access to amenities. Public Schools receives the highest grade at A+, followed by Good for Families at A+ and Health & Fitness at A. Other notable ratings include Nightlife and Access to Coffee Shops at A-, Commute and Housing at B+, and Cost of Living and Access to Bars at B-. These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Homewood
Homewood's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (37%), Masters Degree (17%), and High School (10%). The data also includes Some College (9%), Associate Degree (5%), Doctorate (4%), and Below High School (4%).
When Were Homes Built
Homewood's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (27%) and 1960 - 1979 (27%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (19%). The data also includes 2000 - Present (16%) and Before 1939 (11%).
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Homewood's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (36%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (28%) and 4 Bedrooms (17%). The data also includes 1 Bedroom (11%), 5 or More Bedrooms (6%), and No Bedrooms (1%).
What Is the Average Age
Homewood's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 18 - 24 (18%), Under 10 (15%), and 35 - 44 (15%). The data also includes 25 - 34 (13%), 65 Plus (11%), 10 - 17 (11%), 45 - 54 (10%), and 55 - 64 (7%).
Property Market Trends at Homewood
Homewood's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $502,300. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,457 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Homewood's dynamic real estate landscape.