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$404,104$397 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $108,000 on Apr 2, 2001

117 RALEIGH AVE

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,017 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$404K
$349K low$459K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$108,000 · Apr 2, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,094 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$28,800 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$288,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJefferson
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2012
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 20 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Hall Kent Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Homewood Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Homewood High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Homewood City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35209These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,603
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,033 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,771
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,237
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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 Raleigh Ave 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 79% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in West Homewood
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in West Homewood
  • Older than 83% of homes in West Homewood

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35209

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

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$74K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Birmingham 35209.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35209.

Estimated value$404,104
CheaperTypical $530,565Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$397
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,017 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,647 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 117 Raleigh Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest HomewoodBirmingham 35209Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$404,10426% of homes26% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39788% of homes80% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,017 ft²8% of homes9% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac76% of homes64% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than195017% of homes37% of homes25% of homes

About 117 Raleigh Ave

How much is 117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL is $404,104 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $349,206 to $459,002. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL last sell?

117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL last sold on Apr 2, 2001 for $108,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL?

117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,017 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL built?

117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL?

117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL is assigned to Hall Kent Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Homewood Middle School (middle), rated A+; Homewood High School (high), rated A. All sit in Homewood City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35209?

Among the 7,134 homes in Birmingham 35209, it is worth more than 26% of them ($404,104 against a typical $530,565), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($397 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 9% of them (1,017 ft² against a typical 1,647 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1950 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 79% 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 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 117 Raleigh Ave, Birmingham, AL was $2,094. The county assessed it at $28,800.

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