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Last sold for $213,525 on Apr 28, 2020

17862 WATERCRESS DR

ATHENS, AL 35611
1
Baths
1,862 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.
2020
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$213,525 · Apr 28, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,296 (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.$33,720 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$337,100

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.

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
CountyLimestone
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 216 ft²

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
James L. Cowart Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.8 mi
H
Athens High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Athens Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.1 mi

District: Athens City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35611These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.30,724
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.249 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,228
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,749
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

17862 Watercress Dr 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.

  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Athens 35611
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Athens 35611

How it measures up in Athens 35611

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Athens 35611.

Living area1,862 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,563 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 17862 Watercress Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAthens 35611Limestone County
Living areabigger than1,862 ft²67% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than202092% of homes86% of homes

About 17862 Watercress Dr

When did 17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL last sell?

17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL last sold on Apr 28, 2020 for $213,525, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL?

17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL has 1 bathrooms and 1,862 square feet of living space.

When was 17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL built?

17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL was built in 2020, making it 6 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL?

17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL is assigned to James L. Cowart Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Athens High School (high), rated A; Athens Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Athens City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL compare to other homes in Athens 35611?

Among the 10,244 homes in Athens 35611, it is bigger than 67% of them (1,862 ft² against a typical 1,563 ft²) and it is newer than 92% of them (2020 against a typical 1985). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17862 Watercress Dr, Athens, AL was $1,296. The county assessed it at $33,720.

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