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$236,836$160 / 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 90How 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

285 COTTONTON RD

PITTSVIEW, AL 36871
2
Baths
1,479 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.
19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$237K
$214K low$260K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$944 (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.$19,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,060
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,620
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$193,600

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.29
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
17
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.197 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
CountyRussell
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.19.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 508 ft²

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

E
Oliver Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 10.3 mi
M
Russell County Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 12.2 mi
H
Russell County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.3 mi

District: Russell County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36871These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.69
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.5%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,059
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,505
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,327
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

285 Cottonton 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 65% of homes in Pittsview 36871
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Pittsview 36871
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Russell County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Pittsview 36871

What homes are worth in Pittsview 36871

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

This home
$63K$631K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Pittsview 36871.

How it measures up in Pittsview 36871

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsview 36871.

Estimated value$236,836
CheaperTypical $197,368Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $113Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,479 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,368 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size19 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 285 Cottonton Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsview 36871Russell County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,83665% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16079% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,479 ft²55% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than19 ac84% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than200893% of homes82% of homes

About 285 Cottonton Rd

How much is 285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL is $236,836 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $213,796 to $259,876. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL last sell?

285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL last sold on Nov 19, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL?

285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,479 square feet of living space and a 19.00-acre lot.

When was 285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL built?

285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL?

285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL is assigned to Oliver Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Russell County Middle School (middle), rated C-; Russell County High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Russell County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL compare to other homes in Pittsview 36871?

Among the 610 homes in Pittsview 36871, it is worth more than 65% of them ($236,836 against a typical $197,368), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($160 against a typical $113), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,479 ft² against a typical 1,368 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (19 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2008 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Russell County, it is worth more than 61% 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 285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Cottonton Rd, Pittsview, AL was $944. The county assessed it at $19,360.

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