Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$52,194$54 / 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 69How 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

408 5TH ST

FORESTDALE, AL 35214
3
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$52K
$36K low$68K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7 (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.$4,780 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$23,900

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.55
38
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
92
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.7 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.1952
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Porch · 240 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.

H
P. D. Jackson - Olin High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
South Hampton K - 8 SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Birmingham City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35214These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,822
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.659 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,625
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,522
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%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

408 5th St 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 less than 91% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Birmingham 35214
  • Older than 93% of homes in Birmingham 35214

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35214

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

This home
$27K$279K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Birmingham 35214.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35214

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35214.

Estimated value$52,194
CheaperTypical $135,656Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$54
CheaperTypical $100Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 408 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral PrattBirmingham 35214Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$52,19443% of homes11% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5469% of homes17% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²25% of homes11% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac23% of homes6% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than192831% of homes7% of homes7% of homes

About 408 5th St

How much is 408 5th St, Forestdale, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 408 5th St, Forestdale, AL is $52,194 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $36,224 to $68,164. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 408 5th St, Forestdale, AL last sell?

408 5th St, Forestdale, AL last sold on Sep 20, 2017, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 408 5th St, Forestdale, AL?

408 5th St, Forestdale, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 408 5th St, Forestdale, AL built?

408 5th St, Forestdale, AL was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 408 5th St, Forestdale, AL?

408 5th St, Forestdale, AL is assigned to P. D. Jackson - Olin High School (high), rated F; South Hampton K - 8 School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Birmingham City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 408 5th St, Forestdale, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35214?

Among the 7,105 homes in Birmingham 35214, it is worth more than 11% of them ($52,194 against a typical $135,656), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($54 against a typical $100), it is bigger than 11% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1928 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 9% 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 408 5th St, Forestdale, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 408 5th St, Forestdale, AL was $7. The county assessed it at $4,780.

More homes on 5th St

Closest homes

More homes in Forestdale 35214

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 408 5th St on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map