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$279,823$729 / 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 81How 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

470 BLACKBERRY RIDGE RD

EMPIRE, AL 35063
1
Baths
384 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.
2.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2012
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$280K
$226K low$334K high
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.$279,823
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$223,858

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$190 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$7,460 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$37,300

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.60
48
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
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.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyWALKER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.90
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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.Deck · 30 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Sumiton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 6.2 mi
M
Sumiton Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 6.3 mi
H
Dora High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.7 mi

District: Walker County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35063These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.5.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.3,951
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.101 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,605
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,416
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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

470 Blackberry 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.

  • Worth more than 86% of homes in Empire 35063
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Empire 35063
  • Among the smallest homes in Empire 35063
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Walker County
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Walker County

What homes are worth in Empire 35063

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

This home
$41K$529K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Empire 35063.

How it measures up in Empire 35063

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Empire 35063.

Estimated value$279,823
CheaperTypical $129,474Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$729
CheaperTypical $92Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area384 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2.9 ac
SmallerTypical 1.4 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built2012
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmpire 35063Walker County
Estimated valuepricier than$279,82386% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$729almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than384 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than2.9 ac69% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than201291% of homes92% of homes

About 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd

How much is 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL is $279,823 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $225,945 to $333,701. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL last sell?

470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL?

470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL has 1 bathrooms, 384 square feet of living space and a 2.90-acre lot.

When was 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL built?

470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL was built in 2012, making it 14 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL?

470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL is assigned to Sumiton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Sumiton Middle School (middle), rated D+; Dora High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Walker County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL compare to other homes in Empire 35063?

Among the 1,132 homes in Empire 35063, it is worth more than 86% of them ($279,823 against a typical $129,474), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($729 against a typical $92), it is bigger than almost none of them (384 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (2.9 ac against a typical 1.4 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (2012 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Walker County, it is worth more than 79% 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 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 470 Blackberry Ridge Rd, Empire, AL was $190. The county assessed it at $7,460.

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