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$395,061$188 / 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

281 RIVER CLIFF DR

GADSDEN, AL 35901
2
Baths
2,098 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.
2.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
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

$395K
$321K low$469K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$665 (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.$19,840 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,980
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$203,500

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.66 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.Rural Residence
CountyETOWAH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.33
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.

M
Gaston High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.6 mi
E
Gaston Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.6 mi

District: Etowah County 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

281 River Cliff Dr 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 90% of homes in Etowah County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Etowah County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Etowah County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Gadsden 35901
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Gadsden 35901

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
$29K$788K

This home is worth more than 84% 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$395,061
CheaperTypical $152,004Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$188
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area2,098 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,648 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size2.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 281 River Cliff Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGadsden 35901Etowah County
Estimated valuepricier than$395,06184% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18888% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than2,098 ft²70% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.33 ac91% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than197772% of homes60% of homes

About 281 River Cliff Dr

How much is 281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL is $395,061 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $320,809 to $469,313. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL last sell?

281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL?

281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL has 2 bathrooms, 2,098 square feet of living space and a 2.33-acre lot.

When was 281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL built?

281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL?

281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL is assigned to Gaston High School (middle), rated D; Gaston Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Etowah County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL compare to other homes in Gadsden 35901?

Among the 7,474 homes in Gadsden 35901, it is worth more than 84% of them ($395,061 against a typical $152,004), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($188 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,098 ft² against a typical 1,648 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (2.33 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1977 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Etowah County, it is worth more than 90% 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 281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 River Cliff Dr, Gadsden, AL was $665. The county assessed it at $19,840.

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