Phenix City City Property Records in Alabama

Phenix City property records document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, taxes, transfers, mortgages, liens, and other interests in real estate located in Phenix City, Alabama. Because the city lies primarily in Russell County, with a portion in Lee County, users should confirm the parcel’s county before searching.

Legal sources include the Russell County Probate Office and Lee County Probate Office for recorded deeds, mortgages, plats, and conveyance documents. Assessment, parcel, and property-tax information is available through the Russell County Revenue Commissioner’s Office or the Lee County Revenue Commissioner’s Office, depending on location. Local mapping or zoning-related parcel information may be available through the City of Phenix City or its planning/GIS resources. For court-related property matters, such as judgments, foreclosures, or disputes, users can check the Russell County Circuit Court or Lee County Circuit Court.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$49,715
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$160,000
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$798
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.50%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$926 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
51%
Population
Population:
38,477

Phenix City Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

The Crime Rates section reports reported crime counts in Phenix City. It covers violent crimes, including murder, robbery, and assault, and property crimes, including total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

The data lists 3 murders, 27 robberies, and 249 assaults. For property crimes, it shows 1,330 total property crimes, 195 burglaries, and 127 motor vehicle thefts.

These counts let readers compare reported violent and property crime in Phenix City across categories. Because they reflect only reported incidents, they do not capture every crime that occurs in the city.

Robberies
Robberies:
27
Burglary
Burglary:
195
Murder
Murder:
3
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
127
Theft
Theft:
1008
Assault
Assault:
249
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
19

What Is the Population Profile of Phenix City

Phenix City's Race and Ethnicity data shows that Black residents make up the largest group, with 17,554 people (46%). White residents are the next largest at 16,024 people (42%), followed by Hispanic residents at 2,422 people (6%). The data also includes residents of two or more races, Asian, Other Race, Pacific Islander, and American Indian groups.

Black
46%
17,554
White
42%
16,024
Hispanic
6%
2,422
Two + Races
4%
1,644
Asian
1%
485
Other Race
0.68%
260
Pacific Islander
0.12%
46
American Indian
0.11%
42

Phenix City, Ratings Compared Across Alabama B

Phenix City's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The highest-rated categories are Diversity (A), Access to Parks (A-), and Cost of Living (B+). Weather and Commute are rated B+, while Health & Fitness is rated C and Walkability is rated C+. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Phenix City.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B+
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
C
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B
Nightlife
Nightlife
B-
Weather
Weather
B+
Commute
Commute
B+
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
C+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
B
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B-
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B
Housing
Housing
B-
Jobs
Jobs
C+
Walkability
Walkability
C+

How Educated Is Phenix City

Phenix City's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (28%), Some College (18%), and Bachelor Degree (14%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
28%
Some College
18%
Bachelor Degree
14%
Associate Degree
12%
Below High School
11%
Masters Degree
7%
Doctorate
1%

When Were Homes Built

Phenix City's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 2000 - Present (31%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (25%) and 1980 - 1999 (21%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

2000 - Present
31%
1960 - 1979
25%
1980 - 1999
21%
1940 - 1959
17%
Before 1939
5%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Phenix City's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (46%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (26%) and 4 Bedrooms (12%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
46%
2 Bedrooms
26%
4 Bedrooms
12%
1 Bedroom
9%
5 or More Bedrooms
5%
No Bedrooms
2%

What Is the Average Age

Phenix City's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 25 - 34 (16%), 35 - 44 (14%), and 65 Plus (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.

25 - 34
16%
35 - 44
14%
Under 10
13%
65 Plus
13%
45 - 54
12%
55 - 64
12%
10 - 17
11%
18 - 24
9%

Property Market Trends at Phenix City

Phenix City's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $160,000. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $926 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Phenix City's dynamic real estate landscape.

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