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$221,127$124 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

2224 ESSEX DR SW

DECATUR, AL 35603
1
Baths
1,787 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
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

$221K
$191K low$251K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$821 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$17,930 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,290
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,930
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$179,300

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.52
38
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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.7 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
CountyMORGAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Yes

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

E
Julian Harris Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Austin Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Austin High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Decatur City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35603These 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.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.32,592
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.426 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,456
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

2224 Essex Dr Sw 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 67% of homes in Decatur 35603
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Decatur 35603
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Morgan County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Decatur 35603

What homes are worth in Decatur 35603

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

This home
$98K$669K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Decatur 35603.

How it measures up in Decatur 35603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 35603.

Estimated value$221,127
CheaperTypical $268,370Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,787 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,824 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 2224 Essex Dr Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 35603Morgan County
Estimated valuepricier than$221,12733% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12427% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,787 ft²47% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac27% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than198534% of homes56% of homes

About 2224 Essex Dr Sw

How much is 2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL is $221,127 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $191,113 to $251,141. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL last sell?

2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL?

2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,787 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL built?

2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL?

2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL is assigned to Julian Harris Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Austin Middle School (middle), rated C; Austin High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Decatur City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL compare to other homes in Decatur 35603?

Among the 11,035 homes in Decatur 35603, it is worth more than 33% of them ($221,127 against a typical $268,370), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($124 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,787 ft² against a typical 1,824 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1985 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Morgan County, it is worth more than 52% 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 2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2224 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL was $821. The county assessed it at $17,930.

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