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$277,206$185 / 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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $88,300 on Sep 30, 2015

229 S 8TH ST

GADSDEN, AL 35901
2
Baths
1,498 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$277K
$223K low$331K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$88,300 · Sep 30, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,374 (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.$28,040 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,160
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,880
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$140,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyETOWAH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
W. E. Striplin Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Gadsden Elementary SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Gadsden City High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Gadsden City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35901These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,657
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,503
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,329
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

229 S 8th 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 76% of homes in Etowah County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Etowah County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Etowah County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Etowah County

What homes are worth in Gadsden 35901

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

This home
$27K$803K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Gadsden 35901.

How it measures up in Gadsden 35901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gadsden 35901.

Estimated value$277,206
CheaperTypical $152,846Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$185
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,498 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,660 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 229 S 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGadsden 35901Etowah County
Estimated valuepricier than$277,20672% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18588% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,498 ft²41% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac38% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than19209% of homes4% of homes

About 229 S 8th St

How much is 229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL is $277,206 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $222,955 to $331,457. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL last sell?

229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL last sold on Sep 30, 2015 for $88,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL?

229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,498 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL built?

229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL?

229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL is assigned to W. E. Striplin Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Gadsden Elementary School (middle), rated C+; Gadsden City High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Gadsden City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL compare to other homes in Gadsden 35901?

Among the 7,474 homes in Gadsden 35901, it is worth more than 72% of them ($277,206 against a typical $152,846), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($185 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,498 ft² against a typical 1,660 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1920 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Etowah County, it is worth more than 76% 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 229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 229 S 8th St, Gadsden, AL was $1,374. The county assessed it at $28,040.

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