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$306,210$77 / 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 80How 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

1427 COUNTY ROAD 42

DAWSON, AL 35963
2 / 1
Baths
3,954 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$306K
$246K low$366K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,485 (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.$71,560 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$660
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$70,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$75,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$715,600

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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
CountyDeKalb
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 1,534 ft²

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

E
Geraldine High SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35963These 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.154
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.93

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,196
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,970
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,084
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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

1427 County Road 42 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 87% of homes in Dawson 35963
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Among the largest homes in Dawson 35963
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Dawson 35963

What homes are worth in Dawson 35963

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

This home
$40K$483K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Dawson 35963.

How it measures up in Dawson 35963

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dawson 35963.

Estimated value$306,210
CheaperTypical $162,658Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$77
CheaperTypical $109Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area3,954 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,419 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 3.04 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 1427 County Road 42 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDawson 35963DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$306,21087% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7719% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than3,954 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac42% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than201496% of homes96% of homes

About 1427 County Road 42

How much is 1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL is $306,210 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $245,945 to $366,475. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL last sell?

1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL last sold on Jul 2, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL?

1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL has 2 bathrooms, 3,954 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL built?

1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL?

1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL is assigned to Geraldine High School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Dekalb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL compare to other homes in Dawson 35963?

Among the 654 homes in Dawson 35963, it is worth more than 87% of them ($306,210 against a typical $162,658), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($77 against a typical $109), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,954 ft² against a typical 1,419 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (2 ac against a typical 3.04 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2014 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 80% 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 1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1427 County Road 42, Dawson, AL was $2,485. The county assessed it at $71,560.

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