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Last sold for $330,000 on Oct 8, 2019

4540 DOLLY RIDGE RD

MOUNTAIN BRK, AL 35243
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,522 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.
2.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · Oct 8, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,085 (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.$33,320 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$166,600

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
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.
81
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.Vacant Commercial
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.30
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Single
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 · 317 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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 · 0.6 mi
H
Vestavia Hills High SchoolA
High · Grades 10–12 · 2.7 mi
M
Liberty Park Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 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%

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How this home compares

4540 Dolly Ridge Rd 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.

  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Older than 96% 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.

Living area2,522 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,222 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size2.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 4540 Dolly Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 35243Jefferson County
Living areabigger than2,522 ft²60% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.3 ac94% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than19544% of homes30% of homes

About 4540 Dolly Ridge Rd

When did 4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL last sell?

4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL last sold on Oct 8, 2019 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL?

4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,522 square feet of living space and a 2.30-acre lot.

When was 4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL built?

4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL?

4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL is assigned to Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights School (elementary), rated A+; Vestavia Hills High School (high), rated A; Liberty Park Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Vestavia Hills City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35243?

Among the 6,160 homes in Birmingham 35243, it is bigger than 60% of them (2,522 ft² against a typical 2,222 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (2.3 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1954 against a typical 1979). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4540 Dolly Ridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL was $3,085. The county assessed it at $33,320.

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