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$222,382$136 / 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 77How 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 $128,000 on May 23, 2017

1978 COUNTY ROAD 20

DAWSON, AL 35963
1
Baths
1,630 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.
40 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$222K
$172K low$273K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$128,000 · May 23, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,389 (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.$125,180 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,060
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$123,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$125,180
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,363,200

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.61
72
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
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.
95
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.46 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.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
CountyDeKalb
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.40.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 48 ft²

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
Geraldine High SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35963These 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.154
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,196
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,970
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,084
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

1978 County Road 20 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 70% of homes in Dawson 35963
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Dawson 35963
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Dawson 35963
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Dawson 35963

What homes are worth in Dawson 35963

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

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$47K$495K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Dawson 35963.

How it measures up in Dawson 35963

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dawson 35963.

Estimated value$222,382
CheaperTypical $168,223Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$136
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,630 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,412 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size40 ac
SmallerTypical 3.04 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 1978 County Road 20 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDawson 35963DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$222,38270% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13668% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,630 ft²66% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than40 ac95% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than19052% of homes2% of homes

About 1978 County Road 20

How much is 1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL is $222,382 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $171,763 to $273,001. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL last sell?

1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL last sold on May 23, 2017 for $128,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL?

1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,630 square feet of living space and a 40.00-acre lot.

When was 1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL built?

1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL?

1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL is assigned to Geraldine High School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Dekalb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL compare to other homes in Dawson 35963?

Among the 654 homes in Dawson 35963, it is worth more than 70% of them ($222,382 against a typical $168,223), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($136 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,630 ft² against a typical 1,412 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (40 ac against a typical 3.04 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1905 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 57% 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 1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1978 County Road 20, Dawson, AL was $4,389. The county assessed it at $125,180.

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