Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tuscaloosa-Lakewood a good place to live?
Tuscaloosa-Lakewood is a good place to live. Tuscaloosa-Lakewood is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Tuscaloosa-Lakewood has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 38. The average household income is $110,230 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 67.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Tuscaloosa-Lakewood are renters, with 55.9% of residents renting and 44.1% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Tuscaloosa-Lakewood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Tuscaloosa-Lakewood neighborhood guide.
Is Tuscaloosa-Lakewood, NC a safe neighborhood?
Tuscaloosa-Lakewood, NC is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 9 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Tuscaloosa-Lakewood?
The median home price in Tuscaloosa-Lakewood is $475,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $95,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,480 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $106K a year to afford the median home price in Tuscaloosa-Lakewood. The average household income in Tuscaloosa-Lakewood is $110K.
What are the best public schools in Tuscaloosa-Lakewood?
The best public schools that serve Tuscaloosa-Lakewood are:
- Lakewood Montessori Middle School has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
- Jordan High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
- Morehead Montessori has a B+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 12:1.
What are the best private schools in Tuscaloosa-Lakewood?
The best private schools that serve Tuscaloosa-Lakewood are:
- Durham Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- Camelot Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- Mount Zion Christian Academy has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
What are the most popular zip codes in Tuscaloosa-Lakewood, Durham, NC?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Tuscaloosa-Lakewood, Durham, NC?
The most popular neighborhoods near Tuscaloosa-Lakewood, Durham, NC are Duke Forest, Rockwood, Forest Hills, South Square and West End.
Are home prices dropping in Tuscaloosa-Lakewood?
Yes, home prices in Tuscaloosa-Lakewood are down 18% in the last 12 months.
