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$123,509$71 / 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 76How 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
Last sold for $93,000 on Sep 25, 2020

208 RUTH ST

SELMA, AL 36701
1
Baths
1,730 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.
1976
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

$124K
$93K low$154K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$93,000 · Sep 25, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$33,299
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$26,639
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.69%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$90,210
BBVA USA · recorded Sep 25, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,147 (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.$19,940 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,940
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,940
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$99,700

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.57
87
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.107 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
CountyDallas
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 43 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.

H
Selma High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
The Rbhudson Steam AcademyC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Selma City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36701These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.66
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,665
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.70 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,165
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,977
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

208 Ruth St 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 69% of homes in Dallas County
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Dallas County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Selma 36701

What homes are worth in Selma 36701

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

This home
$17K$383K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Selma 36701.

How it measures up in Selma 36701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Selma 36701.

Estimated value$123,509
CheaperTypical $84,171Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$71
CheaperTypical $51Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,730 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 208 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSelma 36701Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$123,50967% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7171% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,730 ft²53% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than197667% of homes64% of homes

About 208 Ruth St

How much is 208 Ruth St, Selma, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 208 Ruth St, Selma, AL is $123,509 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $93,374 to $153,644. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 208 Ruth St, Selma, AL last sell?

208 Ruth St, Selma, AL last sold on Sep 25, 2020 for $93,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 208 Ruth St, Selma, AL?

208 Ruth St, Selma, AL has 1 bathrooms and 1,730 square feet of living space.

When was 208 Ruth St, Selma, AL built?

208 Ruth St, Selma, AL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 208 Ruth St, Selma, AL?

208 Ruth St, Selma, AL is assigned to Selma High School (high), rated D-; The Rbhudson Steam Academy (middle), rated C-. All sit in Selma City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 208 Ruth St, Selma, AL compare to other homes in Selma 36701?

Among the 8,293 homes in Selma 36701, it is worth more than 67% of them ($123,509 against a typical $84,171), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($71 against a typical $51), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,730 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²) and it is newer than 67% of them (1976 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 69% 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 208 Ruth St, Selma, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 208 Ruth St, Selma, AL was $1,147. The county assessed it at $19,940.

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