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$187,775$156 / 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 91How 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 $102,500 on Sep 6, 2018

1224 8TH ST SW

DECATUR, AL 35601
1
Baths
1,200 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
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

$188K
$171K low$205K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$102,500 · Sep 6, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$317 (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.$8,020 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$890
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,130
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,020
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$80,200

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.6
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
29
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
CountyMORGAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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

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
West Decatur Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Austin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
Austin High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Decatur City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35601These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.92%
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.13%
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.36,724
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.791 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,929
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,005
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

1224 8th 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 more than 66% of homes in Decatur 35601
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Decatur 35601
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Morgan County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Morgan County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Morgan County

What homes are worth in Decatur 35601

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

This home
$48K$558K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Decatur 35601.

How it measures up in Decatur 35601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 35601.

Estimated value$187,775
CheaperTypical $151,077Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $105Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,462 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 1224 8th St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 35601Morgan County
Estimated valuepricier than$187,77566% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15688% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²26% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac50% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than196456% of homes28% of homes

About 1224 8th St Sw

How much is 1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL is $187,775 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $171,039 to $204,511. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL last sell?

1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL last sold on Sep 6, 2018 for $102,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL?

1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL built?

1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL?

1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL is assigned to West Decatur Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Austin Middle School (middle), rated B-; Austin High School (high), rated B. All sit in Decatur City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL compare to other homes in Decatur 35601?

Among the 10,999 homes in Decatur 35601, it is worth more than 66% of them ($187,775 against a typical $151,077), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($156 against a typical $105), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,462 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1964 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Morgan County, it is worth more than 40% 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 1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1224 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL was $317. The county assessed it at $8,020.

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