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$161,813$207 / 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 78How 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
Last sold for $14,500 on Nov 30, 2023

242 GAINES AVE SW

RUSSELLVILLE, AL 35653
0
Baths
783 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.
0.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$162K
$126K low$198K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$14,500 · Nov 30, 2023
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.$161,813
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$129,450

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$372 (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.$6,540 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$32,700

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.58
56
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
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.20 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
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.60
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Brick (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gravity
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.Porch · 161 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Russellville High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
West Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.6 mi
M
Russellville Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Russellville City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35653These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,767
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.77 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,998
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,874
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 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.Absentee owner
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

242 Gaines Ave 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 70% of homes in Russellville 35653
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Russellville 35653
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Franklin County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Russellville 35653

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

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$27K$462K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Russellville 35653.

How it measures up in Russellville 35653

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Russellville 35653.

Estimated value$161,813
CheaperTypical $110,655Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $80Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area783 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.76 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 242 Gaines Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRussellville 35653Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$161,81370% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20797% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than783 ft²6% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.6 ac42% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than194014% of homes10% of homes

About 242 Gaines Ave Sw

How much is 242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL is $161,813 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $125,567 to $198,059. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL last sell?

242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL last sold on Nov 30, 2023 for $14,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL?

242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL has 783 square feet of living space and a 0.60-acre lot.

When was 242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL built?

242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL?

242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL is assigned to Russellville High School (high), rated B-; West Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Russellville Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Russellville City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL compare to other homes in Russellville 35653?

Among the 4,542 homes in Russellville 35653, it is worth more than 70% of them ($161,813 against a typical $110,655), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($207 against a typical $80), it is bigger than 6% of them (783 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.6 ac against a typical 0.76 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1940 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 69% 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 242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Gaines Ave Sw, Russellville, AL was $372. The county assessed it at $6,540.

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