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$165,128$111 / 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 85How 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

1617 8TH ST SW

DECATUR, AL 35601
1
Baths
1,486 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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

$165K
$140K low$190K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$377 (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.$9,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,150
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,210
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$93,600

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.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.0.32
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 0.4 mi
M
Austin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Austin High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 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

1617 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 less than 70% of homes in Morgan County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Morgan County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Decatur 35601
  • Newer than 79% 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.

This home
$51K$561K

This home is worth more than 54% 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$165,128
CheaperTypical $156,786Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $109Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,486 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,458 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 1617 8th St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 35601Morgan County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,12854% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11152% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,486 ft²52% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac67% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than197379% of homes41% of homes

About 1617 8th St Sw

How much is 1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL is $165,128 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $140,279 to $189,977. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL last sell?

1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL?

1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,486 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL built?

1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL?

1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL is assigned to Woodmeade Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Austin Middle School (middle), rated B-; Austin High School (high), rated B. All sit in Decatur City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL compare to other homes in Decatur 35601?

Among the 10,999 homes in Decatur 35601, it is worth more than 54% of them ($165,128 against a typical $156,786), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($111 against a typical $109), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,486 ft² against a typical 1,458 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1973 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Morgan County, it is worth more than 30% 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 1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1617 8th St Sw, Decatur, AL was $377. The county assessed it at $9,360.

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