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$41,325$35 / 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 61How 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

1428 FORREST AVE

GADSDEN, AL 35901
1
Baths
1,176 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
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.

Valuation

$41K
$25K low$58K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$194 (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.$3,960 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$39,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyETOWAH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gravity
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
W. E. Striplin Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Gadsden Elementary SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Gadsden City High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Gadsden City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35901These 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.121
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 100.83

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.86%
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.22%
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.18,657
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,503
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,329
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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

1428 Forrest Ave 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 97% of homes in Etowah County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Etowah County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Gadsden 35901
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Etowah County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Etowah County

What homes are worth in Gadsden 35901

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

This home
$26K$768K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Gadsden 35901.

How it measures up in Gadsden 35901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gadsden 35901.

Estimated value$41,325
CheaperTypical $146,887Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$35
CheaperTypical $92Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,646 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 1428 Forrest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGadsden 35901Etowah County
Estimated valuepricier than$41,3259% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3512% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²22% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac14% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192511% of homes5% of homes

About 1428 Forrest Ave

How much is 1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL is $41,325 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $25,041 to $57,609. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL last sell?

1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL?

1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL built?

1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL?

1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL is assigned to W. E. Striplin Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Gadsden Elementary School (middle), rated A-; Gadsden City High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Gadsden City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL compare to other homes in Gadsden 35901?

Among the 7,475 homes in Gadsden 35901, it is worth more than 9% of them ($41,325 against a typical $146,887), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($35 against a typical $92), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,646 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1925 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Etowah County, it is worth more than 3% 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 1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1428 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL was $194. The county assessed it at $3,960.

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