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$64,325$60 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $30,000 on May 21, 2002

1919 MATTHEWS AVE

BESSEMER, AL 35020
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,072 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
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

$64K
$57K low$72K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · May 21, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,360 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$6,800

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
92
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.
19
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
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gravity
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 129 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Lipscomb Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
H
McAdory High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.9 mi
M
McAdory Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.1 mi

District: Jefferson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35020These 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.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,676
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,413 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,661
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$52,543
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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

1919 Matthews Ave 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 87% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Bessemer 35020

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

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$18K$220K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Bessemer 35020.

How it measures up in Bessemer 35020

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bessemer 35020.

Estimated value$64,325
CheaperTypical $55,076Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$60
CheaperTypical $46Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,072 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,184 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 1919 Matthews Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBessemer 35020Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$64,32561% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6070% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,072 ft²36% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac20% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than195261% of homes28% of homes

About 1919 Matthews Ave

How much is 1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL is $64,325 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $56,799 to $71,851. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL last sell?

1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL last sold on May 21, 2002 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL?

1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,072 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL built?

1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL?

1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL is assigned to Lipscomb Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; McAdory High School (high), rated D+; McAdory Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Jefferson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1919 Matthews Ave, Bessemer, AL compare to other homes in Bessemer 35020?

Among the 9,268 homes in Bessemer 35020, it is worth more than 61% of them ($64,325 against a typical $55,076), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($60 against a typical $46), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,072 ft² against a typical 1,184 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1952 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 13% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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