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$268,405$133 / 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 93How 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 $205,000 on Mar 19, 2021

2228 ESSEX DR SW

DECATUR, AL 35603
1
Baths
2,018 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.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$268K
$251K low$286K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$205,000 · Mar 19, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,039 (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.$22,500 (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.$20,860
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,510
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$225,000

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.15
38
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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
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 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.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Julian Harris Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Austin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Austin High SchoolB
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

2228 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 more than 66% of homes in Morgan County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Morgan County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Morgan County

What homes are worth in Decatur 35603

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

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$98K$664K

This home is worth more than 50% 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$268,405
CheaperTypical $267,559Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$133
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area2,018 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,825 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 2228 Essex Dr Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 35603Morgan County
Estimated valuepricier than$268,40550% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13338% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than2,018 ft²62% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac28% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than198842% of homes61% of homes

About 2228 Essex Dr Sw

How much is 2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL is $268,405 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $250,860 to $285,950. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL last sell?

2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL last sold on Mar 19, 2021 for $205,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL?

2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL has 1 bathrooms, 2,018 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL built?

2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL?

2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL is assigned to Julian Harris Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Austin Middle School (middle), rated B-; Austin High School (high), rated B. All sit in Decatur City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2228 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 50% of them ($268,405 against a typical $267,559), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($133 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 62% of them (2,018 ft² against a typical 1,825 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1988 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Morgan County, it is worth more than 66% 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 2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2228 Essex Dr Sw, Decatur, AL was $2,039. The county assessed it at $22,500.

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