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$407,090$230 / 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 90How 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 $120,000 on Nov 30, 1998

1231 INDEPENDENCE DR

TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
1
Baths
1,772 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.
0.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$407K
$365K low$450K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Nov 30, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,058 (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.$47,920 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$23,980
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$239,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyTuscaloosa
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.71
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Crossed Wals
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Finished
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 · 315 ft²

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

E
Verner Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
H
Northridge High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Northridge Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Tuscaloosa City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35406These 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.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
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.16,846
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.186 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$109,859
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$160,220
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 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

1231 Independence Dr 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 78% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35406
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35406
  • Older than 86% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35406

What homes are worth in Tuscaloosa 35406

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

This home
$198K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35406.

How it measures up in Tuscaloosa 35406

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tuscaloosa 35406.

Estimated value$407,090
CheaperTypical $547,585Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$230
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,772 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,563 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.71 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 1231 Independence Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTuscaloosa 35406Tuscaloosa County
Estimated valuepricier than$407,09027% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23064% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,772 ft²19% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.71 ac66% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than197714% of homes37% of homes

About 1231 Independence Dr

How much is 1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL is $407,090 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $364,504 to $449,676. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL last sell?

1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL last sold on Nov 30, 1998 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL?

1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,772 square feet of living space and a 0.71-acre lot.

When was 1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL built?

1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL?

1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL is assigned to Verner Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Northridge High School (high), rated A-; Northridge Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Tuscaloosa City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL compare to other homes in Tuscaloosa 35406?

Among the 6,049 homes in Tuscaloosa 35406, it is worth more than 27% of them ($407,090 against a typical $547,585), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($230 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,772 ft² against a typical 2,563 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.71 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1977 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Tuscaloosa County, it is worth more than 78% 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 1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1231 Independence Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL was $1,058. The county assessed it at $47,920.

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