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$499,223$164 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $8,000 on Jan 18, 2007

3542 CHULA VISTA RIDGE DR SW

DECATUR, AL 35603
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
3,035 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.
0.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$499K
$410K low$588K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$8,000 · Jan 18, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,619 (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.$39,570 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$395,700

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
29
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
CountyMORGAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.70
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.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

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.

H
Austin High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
E
Chestnut Grove Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.6 mi
M
Austin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Decatur City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35603These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.32,592
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.426 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,456
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr 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 more than 95% of homes in Morgan County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Morgan County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Morgan County
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Decatur 35603
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Morgan County

What homes are worth in Decatur 35603

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

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$95K$653K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Decatur 35603.

How it measures up in Decatur 35603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 35603.

Estimated value$499,223
CheaperTypical $267,184Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area3,035 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,822 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.7 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 35603Morgan County
Estimated valuepricier than$499,22394% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16475% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than3,035 ft²92% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.7 ac70% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than200377% of homes84% of homes

About 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw

How much is 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL is $499,223 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $410,026 to $588,420. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL last sell?

3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL last sold on Jan 18, 2007 for $8,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL?

3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,035 square feet of living space and a 0.70-acre lot.

When was 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL built?

3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL?

3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL is assigned to Austin High School (high), rated B; Chestnut Grove Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Austin Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Decatur City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL compare to other homes in Decatur 35603?

Among the 11,035 homes in Decatur 35603, it is worth more than 94% of them ($499,223 against a typical $267,184), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($164 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,035 ft² against a typical 1,822 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.7 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (2003 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Morgan County, it is worth more than 95% 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 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3542 Chula Vista Ridge Dr Sw, Decatur, AL was $1,619. The county assessed it at $39,570.

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