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$284,400$135 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $170,000 on Nov 8, 2024

117 BATES ST

ATHENS, AL 35611
1
Baths
2,100 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$284K
$244K low$325K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$170,000 · Nov 8, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$873 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$23,140 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$23,140
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$268,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLimestone
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 220 ft²Porch · 140 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
James L. Cowart Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.3 mi
M
Athens Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.6 mi
H
Athens High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Athens City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35611These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,724
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.249 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,228
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,749
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

117 Bates St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 68% of homes in Athens 35611
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Limestone County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Athens 35611
  • Older than 78% of homes in Limestone County

What homes are worth in Athens 35611

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$69K$820K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Athens 35611.

How it measures up in Athens 35611

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Athens 35611.

Estimated value$284,400
CheaperTypical $220,271Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,100 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 117 Bates St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAthens 35611Limestone County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,40068% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13546% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than2,100 ft²76% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than197845% of homes22% of homes

About 117 Bates St

How much is 117 Bates St, Athens, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 117 Bates St, Athens, AL is $284,400 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $243,693 to $325,107. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 117 Bates St, Athens, AL last sell?

117 Bates St, Athens, AL last sold on Nov 8, 2024 for $170,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 117 Bates St, Athens, AL?

117 Bates St, Athens, AL has 1 bathrooms and 2,100 square feet of living space.

When was 117 Bates St, Athens, AL built?

117 Bates St, Athens, AL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 117 Bates St, Athens, AL?

117 Bates St, Athens, AL is assigned to James L. Cowart Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Athens Middle School (middle), rated C-; Athens High School (high), rated A. All sit in Athens City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 117 Bates St, Athens, AL compare to other homes in Athens 35611?

Among the 10,244 homes in Athens 35611, it is worth more than 68% of them ($284,400 against a typical $220,271), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($135 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,100 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²) and it is newer than 45% of them (1978 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Limestone County, it is worth more than 43% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 117 Bates St, Athens, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 117 Bates St, Athens, AL was $873. The county assessed it at $23,140.

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