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$70,558$50 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

256 20TH ST SW

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,400 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$71K
$50K low$92K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$7,740 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,740
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$73,600

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
92
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyJefferson
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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 · 277 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
West End AcademyD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Jones Valley Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Wenonah High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Birmingham City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35211These 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.163
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.84%
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.32%
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.23,283
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,353 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,330
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$52,014
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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

256 20th St 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 84% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Oakwood Place
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Oakwood Place
  • Older than 81% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35211

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

This home
$29K$400K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Birmingham 35211.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35211

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35211.

Estimated value$70,558
CheaperTypical $76,714Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$50
CheaperTypical $64Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,231 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 256 20th St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOakwood PlaceBirmingham 35211Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$70,55868% of homes44% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5051% of homes32% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²70% of homes67% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac89% of homes84% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than194763% of homes38% of homes19% of homes

About 256 20th St Sw

How much is 256 20th St Sw, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 20th St Sw, Birmingham, AL is $70,558 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $49,574 to $91,542. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 256 20th St Sw, Birmingham, AL?

256 20th St Sw, Birmingham, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 256 20th St Sw, Birmingham, AL built?

256 20th St Sw, Birmingham, AL was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 20th St Sw, Birmingham, AL?

256 20th St Sw, Birmingham, AL is assigned to West End Academy (elementary), rated D; Jones Valley Middle School (middle), rated D-; Wenonah High School (high), rated F. All sit in Birmingham City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 20th St Sw, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35211?

Among the 9,107 homes in Birmingham 35211, it is worth more than 44% of them ($70,558 against a typical $76,714), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($50 against a typical $64), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,231 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1947 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 16% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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