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$135,000$97 / 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 70How 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

225 RUTH ST

SELMA, AL 36701
1
Baths
1,398 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.
0.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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.

Valuation

$135K
$95K low$175K high
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.$135,000
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$108,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$429 (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.$8,340 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,340
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$83,400

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.58
91
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.127 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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.56
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 150 ft²Porch · 40 ft²

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 · 1.5 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

225 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 73% of homes in Dallas County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Selma 36701
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Selma 36701
  • 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$409K

This home is worth more than 71% 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$135,000
CheaperTypical $84,419Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $51Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,398 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 225 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSelma 36701Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$135,00071% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9788% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,398 ft²31% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.56 ac60% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than197667% of homes63% of homes

About 225 Ruth St

How much is 225 Ruth St, Selma, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 225 Ruth St, Selma, AL is $135,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $94,653 to $175,347. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 225 Ruth St, Selma, AL last sell?

225 Ruth St, Selma, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 225 Ruth St, Selma, AL?

225 Ruth St, Selma, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,398 square feet of living space and a 0.56-acre lot.

When was 225 Ruth St, Selma, AL built?

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

What schools serve 225 Ruth St, Selma, AL?

225 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 225 Ruth St, Selma, AL compare to other homes in Selma 36701?

Among the 8,293 homes in Selma 36701, it is worth more than 71% of them ($135,000 against a typical $84,419), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($97 against a typical $51), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,398 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.56 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1976 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 73% 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 225 Ruth St, Selma, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 225 Ruth St, Selma, AL was $429. The county assessed it at $8,340.

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