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$761,157$211 / 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 89How 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
Last sold for $750,000 on May 8, 2025

3948 RIVER VIEW DR

VESTAVIA, AL 35243
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,606 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.
0.88 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$761K
$674K low$848K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$750,000 · May 8, 2025
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.$661,157
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$528,926
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.13%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$100,000
AMERICAS FIRST FEDERAL CREDIT UNION · recorded Sep 18, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,201 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$49,100 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$612,800

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.51
35
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 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.Single Family Residence
CountyJefferson
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.88
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.In-Ground Vinyl Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 252 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Liberty Park Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
E
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 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

3948 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 94% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% 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
$232K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 71% 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$761,157
CheaperTypical $549,708Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$211
CheaperTypical $250Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area3,606 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,203 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.88 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 3948 River View Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 35243Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$761,15771% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21128% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than3,606 ft²83% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.88 ac77% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than197846% of homes63% of homes

About 3948 River View Dr

How much is 3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL is $761,157 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $674,037 to $848,277. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL last sell?

3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL last sold on May 8, 2025 for $750,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL?

3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,606 square feet of living space and a 0.88-acre lot.

When was 3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL built?

3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL?

3948 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 3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35243?

Among the 6,160 homes in Birmingham 35243, it is worth more than 71% of them ($761,157 against a typical $549,708), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($211 against a typical $250), it is bigger than 83% of them (3,606 ft² against a typical 2,203 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.88 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1978 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Jefferson 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 3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3948 River View Dr, Vestavia, AL was $4,201. The county assessed it at $49,100.

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