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$75,958$68 / 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 73How 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

1221 ELM ST SW

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,123 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.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$76K
$55K low$97K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$6,960 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,600

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.
88
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.1982
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.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 304 ft²

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

E
Richard Arrington Jr. Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Jones Valley Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Wenonah High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Birmingham City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35211These 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.163
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.32%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,283
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,353 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,330
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$52,014
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%

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How this home compares

1221 Elm St Sw 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 less than 82% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35211

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

This home
$27K$399K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Birmingham 35211.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35211

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35211.

Estimated value$75,958
CheaperTypical $76,725Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$68
CheaperTypical $64Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,123 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,233 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 1221 Elm St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest End ManorBirmingham 35211Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$75,95846% of homes50% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6852% of homes53% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,123 ft²49% of homes38% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac53% of homes54% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than195349% of homes55% of homes28% of homes

About 1221 Elm St Sw

How much is 1221 Elm St Sw, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1221 Elm St Sw, Birmingham, AL is $75,958 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $55,241 to $96,675. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1221 Elm St Sw, Birmingham, AL?

1221 Elm St Sw, Birmingham, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,123 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1221 Elm St Sw, Birmingham, AL built?

1221 Elm St Sw, Birmingham, AL was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1221 Elm St Sw, Birmingham, AL?

1221 Elm St Sw, Birmingham, AL is assigned to Richard Arrington Jr. Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Jones Valley Middle School (middle), rated D-; Wenonah High School (high), rated F. All sit in Birmingham City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1221 Elm St Sw, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35211?

Among the 9,107 homes in Birmingham 35211, it is worth more than 50% of them ($75,958 against a typical $76,725), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($68 against a typical $64), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,123 ft² against a typical 1,233 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1953 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 18% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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