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$701,223
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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $315,000 on May 28, 2015

4038 RIVER VIEW DR

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243
0
Baths
4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$701K
$568K low$834K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · May 28, 2015
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.114%
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.$800,000
BRYANT BANK · recorded Apr 28, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,886 (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.$85,000 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$85,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$425,000

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.
29
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.43 in
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.4.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.

E
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
M
Liberty Park Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Vestavia Hills High SchoolA
High · Grades 10–12 · 5.3 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.Absentee owner
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

4038 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 93% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Birmingham 35243
  • Among the newest 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
$222K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 66% 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$701,223
CheaperTypical $549,945Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 4038 River View Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 35243Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$701,22366% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4 ac98% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 4038 River View Dr

How much is 4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL is $701,223 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $567,990 to $834,455. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL last sell?

4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL last sold on May 28, 2015 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL built?

4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL was built in 2023, making it 3 years old.

What schools serve 4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL?

4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL is assigned to Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights School (elementary), rated A+; Liberty Park Middle School (middle), 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 4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35243?

Among the 6,158 homes in Birmingham 35243, it is worth more than 66% of them ($701,223 against a typical $549,945), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (4 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 93% 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 4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4038 River View Dr, Birmingham, AL was $7,886. The county assessed it at $85,000.

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