Jasper, AL

Jasper is a city located in the northwestern corner of Alabama. The population was 10,898 at the 2010 census. Jasper is the county seat of Newton County.

The city was founded in 1825 and named for General John C. Frémont, who explored the area in 1823. Jasper has been a center of commerce and industry since its inception. The city's economy is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and services.

Real estate in Jasper is highly diversified due to its location within Alabama's Tornado Alley and its proximity to Birmingham and Atlanta. Residential real estate comprises a significant portion of the market, but commercial real estate also plays an important role in the economy. The average price for residential property sold in Jasper during 2016 was $183,000 while commercial properties averaged $1 million per sale.