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$134,975$115 / 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 81How 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 $28,900 on Jan 9, 2004

2781 ELM ST

TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,176 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.
1912
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

$135K
$109K low$161K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$28,900 · Jan 9, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$400 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$7,760 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,220
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,540
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$38,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyTuscaloosa
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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 · 108 ft²

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

E
Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Westlawn Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Central High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Tuscaloosa City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35401These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.16%
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.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.53,198
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,260 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$33,809
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$48,996
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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

2781 Elm 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 less than 92% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Among the oldest homes in Tuscaloosa County

What homes are worth in Tuscaloosa 35401

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

This home
$62K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35401.

How it measures up in Tuscaloosa 35401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tuscaloosa 35401.

Estimated value$134,975
CheaperTypical $185,087Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,276 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 2781 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest TuscaloosaTuscaloosa 35401Tuscaloosa County
Estimated valuepricier than$134,97556% of homes31% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11561% of homes34% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²48% of homes42% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than19122% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes

About 2781 Elm St

How much is 2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL is $134,975 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $109,198 to $160,752. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL last sell?

2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL last sold on Jan 9, 2004 for $28,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL?

2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,176 square feet of living space.

When was 2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL built?

2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL?

2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL is assigned to Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Westlawn Middle School (middle), rated C; Central High School (high), rated D. All sit in Tuscaloosa City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL compare to other homes in Tuscaloosa 35401?

Among the 9,218 homes in Tuscaloosa 35401, it is worth more than 31% of them ($134,975 against a typical $185,087), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($115 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,276 ft²) and it is newer than 2% of them (1912 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Tuscaloosa County, it is worth more than 8% 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 2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2781 Elm St, Tuscaloosa, AL was $400. The county assessed it at $7,760.

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