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$184,771$113 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $186,000 on Oct 17, 2025

1609 8TH ST SW

DECATUR, AL 35601
1
Baths
1,634 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
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

$185K
$161K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$186,000 · Oct 17, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$411 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$10,420 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,030
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,390
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$104,200

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.43
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.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. 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.0.29
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 With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Woodmeade Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Austin Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Austin High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 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%

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How this home compares

1609 8th St Sw 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 65% of homes in Decatur 35601
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Morgan County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Morgan County
  • Newer than 82% 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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$47K$557K

This home is worth more than 65% 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$184,771
CheaperTypical $149,817Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $105Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,634 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,458 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 1609 8th St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 35601Morgan County
Estimated valuepricier than$184,77165% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11359% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,634 ft²63% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac58% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than197582% of homes44% of homes

About 1609 8th St Sw

How much is 1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL is $184,771 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $160,595 to $208,947. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL last sell?

1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL last sold on Oct 17, 2025 for $186,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL?

1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,634 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL built?

1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL?

1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL is assigned to Woodmeade Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Austin Middle School (middle), rated C; Austin High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Decatur City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL compare to other homes in Decatur 35601?

Among the 11,000 homes in Decatur 35601, it is worth more than 65% of them ($184,771 against a typical $149,817), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($113 against a typical $105), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,634 ft² against a typical 1,458 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1975 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Morgan County, it is worth more than 39% 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 Sw, Decatur, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1609 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL was $411. The county assessed it at $10,420.

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