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$236,188$186 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $235,000 on Oct 31, 2025

490 DAWSON ST SW

HARTSELLE, AL 35640
1
Baths
1,272 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$236K
$220K low$253K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,000 · Oct 31, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,201 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$14,250 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,370
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,880
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$142,500

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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.Single Family Residence
CountyMORGAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Hartselle Junior High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Hartselle High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
E
F.E. Burleson Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.6 mi

District: Hartselle City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35640These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
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.26,516
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,114
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,316
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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

490 Dawson St Sw 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Morgan County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Hartselle 35640
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Hartselle 35640
  • Older than 84% of homes in Hartselle 35640

What homes are worth in Hartselle 35640

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

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$80K$614K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Hartselle 35640.

How it measures up in Hartselle 35640

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hartselle 35640.

Estimated value$236,188
CheaperTypical $227,464Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,272 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,591 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.7 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 490 Dawson St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHartselle 35640Morgan County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,18853% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18684% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,272 ft²26% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac28% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than195516% of homes16% of homes

About 490 Dawson St Sw

How much is 490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL is $236,188 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $219,674 to $252,702. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL last sell?

490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL last sold on Oct 31, 2025 for $235,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL?

490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,272 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL built?

490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL?

490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL is assigned to Hartselle Junior High School (middle), rated A; Hartselle High School (high), rated B; F.E. Burleson Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Hartselle City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL compare to other homes in Hartselle 35640?

Among the 9,232 homes in Hartselle 35640, it is worth more than 53% of them ($236,188 against a typical $227,464), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($186 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,272 ft² against a typical 1,591 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.7 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1955 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Morgan County, it is worth more than 57% 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 490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for 490 Dawson St Sw, Hartselle, AL was $1,201. The county assessed it at $14,250.

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