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$225,661$126 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $219,000 on May 30, 2025

1523 RIVER BEND PL SE

DECATUR, AL 35601
1
Baths
1,786 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.
3,660 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$226K
$194K low$257K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$219,000 · May 30, 2025
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$98,644
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$78,915
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.57%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$127,017
MUSTARD SEED ENTERPRISES LLC · recorded May 30, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$754 (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.$19,220 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,160
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,060
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$192,200

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.0.08
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
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.Mixed
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
Eastwood Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Decatur High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Decatur Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1523 River Bend Pl Se 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 75% of homes in Decatur 35601
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Decatur 35601
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Decatur 35601
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Morgan County
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Decatur 35601

What homes are worth in Decatur 35601

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

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$52K$597K

This home is worth more than 75% 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$225,661
CheaperTypical $156,078Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$126
CheaperTypical $109Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,786 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,462 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size3,660 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 1523 River Bend Pl Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 35601Morgan County
Estimated valuepricier than$225,66175% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12667% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,786 ft²71% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,660 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than198991% of homes63% of homes

About 1523 River Bend Pl Se

How much is 1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL is $225,661 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $194,296 to $257,026. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL last sell?

1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL last sold on May 30, 2025 for $219,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL?

1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,786 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL built?

1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL?

1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL is assigned to Eastwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Decatur High School (high), rated B-; Decatur Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Decatur City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL compare to other homes in Decatur 35601?

Among the 10,999 homes in Decatur 35601, it is worth more than 75% of them ($225,661 against a typical $156,078), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($126 against a typical $109), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,786 ft² against a typical 1,462 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (3,660 ft² against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (1989 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Morgan County, it is worth more than 51% 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 1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1523 River Bend Pl Se, Decatur, AL was $754. The county assessed it at $19,220.

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