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$129,298$104 / 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 82How 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

1609 8TH ST S

PHENIX CITY, AL 36869
2 / 1
Baths
1,240 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
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

$129K
$106K low$153K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$627 (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.$11,860 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,610
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$118,600

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.8
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
17
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
CountyRussell
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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.Yes
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 · 316 ft²

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

E
Ridgecrest Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Phenix City Intermediate SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 3.7 mi
H
Central High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Phenix City City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36869These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.5%
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.21,740
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.296 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,055
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,815
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

1609 8th St S 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 76% of homes in Russell County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Russell County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Russell County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Phenix City 36869

What homes are worth in Phenix City 36869

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

This home
$39K$468K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Phenix City 36869.

How it measures up in Phenix City 36869

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Phenix City 36869.

Estimated value$129,298
CheaperTypical $180,695Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$104
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,373 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 1609 8th St S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePhenix City 36869Russell County
Estimated valuepricier than$129,29828% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10436% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,240 ft²35% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac47% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than196626% of homes31% of homes

About 1609 8th St S

How much is 1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL is $129,298 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $105,724 to $152,872. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL last sell?

1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL last sold on Dec 6, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL?

1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,240 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL built?

1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL?

1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL is assigned to Ridgecrest Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Phenix City Intermediate School (middle), rated C-; Central High School (high), rated A. All sit in Phenix City City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL compare to other homes in Phenix City 36869?

Among the 6,960 homes in Phenix City 36869, it is worth more than 28% of them ($129,298 against a typical $180,695), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($104 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,240 ft² against a typical 1,373 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1966 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Russell County, it is worth more than 24% 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 1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1609 8th St S, Phenix City, AL was $627. The county assessed it at $11,860.

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