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$157,945$103 / 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 83How 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

185 DRIFTWOOD SHORES DR

SCOTTSBORO, AL 35769
1
Baths
1,537 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.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$158K
$132K low$184K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,881 (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.$39,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$37,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$461,300

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.53
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Brick (Unspecified)
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

H
Scottsboro High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
E
Caldwell Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 4.1 mi
M
Scottsboro Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Scottsboro City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35769These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.93

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,432
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.122 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,859
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,669
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

185 Driftwood Shores 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.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Scottsboro 35769
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Scottsboro 35769
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Jackson County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Scottsboro 35769

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

This home
$92K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Scottsboro 35769.

How it measures up in Scottsboro 35769

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Scottsboro 35769.

Estimated value$157,945
CheaperTypical $291,384Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $168Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,537 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.63 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 185 Driftwood Shores Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeScottsboro 35769Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,94514% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10310% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,537 ft²45% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac23% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than199466% of homes70% of homes

About 185 Driftwood Shores Dr

How much is 185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL is $157,945 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $131,674 to $184,216. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL last sell?

185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL last sold on Jun 24, 1987, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL?

185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,537 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL built?

185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL?

185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL is assigned to Scottsboro High School (high), rated B; Caldwell Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Scottsboro Junior High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Scottsboro City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL compare to other homes in Scottsboro 35769?

Among the 4,181 homes in Scottsboro 35769, it is worth more than 14% of them ($157,945 against a typical $291,384), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($103 against a typical $168), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,537 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.63 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1994 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 33% 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 185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 185 Driftwood Shores Dr, Scottsboro, AL was $1,881. The county assessed it at $39,800.

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