Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $57,066 on Jul 1, 2024
1204 AVENUE R
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35218
1
Baths
1,652 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$57,066 · Jul 1, 2024
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,271 (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.$17,120 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$85,600
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.66
94
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
92
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.78 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.2 percent flood zone
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
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.1959
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Gravity
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 · 120 ft²
Transaction History(1)
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.
HME
P. D. Jackson - Olin High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
Bush Hills STEAM AcademyD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
Wylam Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi
District: Birmingham City School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 35218These 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.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77
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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,393
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,462 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$35,598
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,246
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No
Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.
How this home compares
1204 Avenue R 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.
- Bigger than 81% of homes in Ensley
- Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Ensley
- Older than 84% of homes in Jefferson County
How it measures up in Birmingham 35218
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35218.
Living area1,652 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,278 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 80% of homes nearby
Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger
Bigger than 78% of homes nearby
Year built1940
OlderTypical 1940Newer
Newer than 56% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Ensley | Birmingham 35218 | Jefferson County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,652 ft² | 81% of homes | 80% of homes | 61% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.17 ac | 78% of homes | 78% of homes | 23% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1940 | 66% of homes | 56% of homes | 16% of homes |
About 1204 Avenue R
When did 1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL last sell?
1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL last sold on Jul 1, 2024 for $57,066, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL?
1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,652 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.
When was 1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL built?
1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL?
1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL is assigned to P. D. Jackson - Olin High School (high), rated F; Bush Hills STEAM Academy (middle), rated D-; Wylam Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Birmingham City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35218?
Among the 2,443 homes in Birmingham 35218, it is bigger than 80% of them (1,652 ft² against a typical 1,278 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1940 against a typical 1940). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL?
The 2024 property tax bill for 1204 Avenue R, Birmingham, AL was $1,271. The county assessed it at $17,120.
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