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$99,064$55 / 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 71How 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

218 RUTH ST

SELMA, AL 36701
1
Baths
1,790 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.
1978
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$99K
$71K low$128K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$540 (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.$10,280 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$102,700

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
86
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.99 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.0.2 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
CountyDallas
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (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.Metal
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.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 18 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 · 1.3 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%

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How this home compares

218 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.

  • Newer than 70% 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.

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$14K$400K

This home is worth more than 60% 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$99,064
CheaperTypical $78,394Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $48Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,790 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 218 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSelma 36701Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$99,06460% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5559% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,790 ft²56% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than197870% of homes66% of homes

About 218 Ruth St

How much is 218 Ruth St, Selma, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 218 Ruth St, Selma, AL is $99,064 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $70,600 to $127,528. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 218 Ruth St, Selma, AL last sell?

218 Ruth St, Selma, AL last sold on Apr 9, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 218 Ruth St, Selma, AL?

218 Ruth St, Selma, AL has 1 bathrooms and 1,790 square feet of living space.

When was 218 Ruth St, Selma, AL built?

218 Ruth St, Selma, AL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 218 Ruth St, Selma, AL?

218 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 218 Ruth St, Selma, AL compare to other homes in Selma 36701?

Among the 8,293 homes in Selma 36701, it is worth more than 60% of them ($99,064 against a typical $78,394), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($55 against a typical $48), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,790 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²) and it is newer than 70% of them (1978 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 64% 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 218 Ruth St, Selma, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 218 Ruth St, Selma, AL was $540. The county assessed it at $10,280.

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