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$415,402$210 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

3844 RIVER VIEW DR

VESTAVIA, AL 35243
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,978 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.
1.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$415K
$360K low$471K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$415,402
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$332,322

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$33,160 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,160
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$391,800

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.25
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 492 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

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

M
Liberty Park Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
E
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Vestavia Hills High SchoolA
High · Grades 10–12 · 5.6 mi

District: Vestavia Hills City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35243These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,532
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,685 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,603
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,019
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

3844 River View 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 80% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35243

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

This home
$233K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Birmingham 35243.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35243

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35243.

Estimated value$415,402
CheaperTypical $549,945Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $250Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,978 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,208 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size1.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 3844 River View Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 35243Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$415,40225% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21027% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,978 ft²41% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.25 ac87% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than197642% of homes61% of homes

About 3844 River View Dr

How much is 3844 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3844 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL is $415,402 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $360,085 to $470,719. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 3844 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL?

3844 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,978 square feet of living space and a 1.25-acre lot.

When was 3844 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL built?

3844 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3844 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL?

3844 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL is assigned to Liberty Park Middle School (middle), rated A+; Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights School (elementary), rated A+; Vestavia Hills High School (high), rated A. All sit in Vestavia Hills City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3844 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35243?

Among the 6,158 homes in Birmingham 35243, it is worth more than 25% of them ($415,402 against a typical $549,945), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($210 against a typical $250), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,978 ft² against a typical 2,208 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (1.25 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1976 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 80% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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