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$664,900$244 / 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 82How 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 COVE RD

HUNTSVILLE, AL 35811
1.5
Baths
2,729 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.
0.63 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$665K
$546K low$784K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,049 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$109,620 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$96,620
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$52,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$548,100

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.190 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyMADISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.63
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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.Asphalt
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
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
Mt. Carmel Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.1 mi
H
Buckhorn High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi
M
Buckhorn Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.7 mi

District: Madison County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35811These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.34,577
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.759 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,930
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,084
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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

281 River Cove Rd 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 97% of homes in Huntsville 35811
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Huntsville 35811
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Huntsville 35811
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Mt. Carmel by the River

What homes are worth in Huntsville 35811

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

This home
$104K$722K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Huntsville 35811.

How it measures up in Huntsville 35811

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Huntsville 35811.

Estimated value$664,900
CheaperTypical $278,511Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area2,729 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.63 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 281 River Cove Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMt. Carmel by the RiverHuntsville 35811Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$664,90092% of homes97% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24468% of homes89% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than2,729 ft²86% of homes95% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.63 ac79% of homes74% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than199839% of homes60% of homes57% of homes

About 281 River Cove Rd

How much is 281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL is $664,900 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $546,146 to $783,654. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL last sell?

281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL?

281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL has 1.5 bathrooms, 2,729 square feet of living space and a 0.63-acre lot.

When was 281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL built?

281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL?

281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL is assigned to Mt. Carmel Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Buckhorn High School (high), rated B-; Buckhorn Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Madison County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL compare to other homes in Huntsville 35811?

Among the 12,377 homes in Huntsville 35811, it is worth more than 97% of them ($664,900 against a typical $278,511), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($244 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,729 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.63 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1998 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 94% 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 Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for 281 River Cove Rd, Huntsville, AL was $4,049. The county assessed it at $109,620.

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