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$637,370$271 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

4044 ALSTON WAY

VESTAVIA, AL 35242
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,354 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.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$637K
$542K low$733K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,935 (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.$34,400 (2024)
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.$397,400

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.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
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.Garden Home
CountyJefferson
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.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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Porch · 216 ft²

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.

M
Liberty Park Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Vestavia Hills High SchoolA+
High · Grades 10–12 · 7.2 mi

District: Vestavia Hills City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35242These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.96%
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.5.2%
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.57,683
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.959 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$118,436
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$150,321
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%

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How this home compares

4044 Alston Way 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 91% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Birmingham 35242
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35242

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

This home
$239K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Birmingham 35242.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35242

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35242.

Estimated value$637,370
CheaperTypical $574,227Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$271
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area2,354 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,831 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 4044 Alston Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 35242Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$637,37058% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27191% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than2,354 ft²34% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than200055% of homes83% of homes

About 4044 Alston Way

How much is 4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL is $637,370 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $541,735 to $733,005. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL last sell?

4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL last sold on Feb 7, 2003, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL?

4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,354 square feet of living space.

When was 4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL built?

4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL?

4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL is assigned to Liberty Park Middle School (middle), rated A+; Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park 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 4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35242?

Among the 18,341 homes in Birmingham 35242, it is worth more than 58% of them ($637,370 against a typical $574,227), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($271 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 34% of them (2,354 ft² against a typical 2,831 ft²) and it is newer than 55% of them (2000 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 91% 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 4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4044 Alston Way, Vestavia, AL was $2,935. The county assessed it at $34,400.

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