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$190,475$94 / 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 87How 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 $92,200 on Dec 17, 1965

501 42ND ST

TUSCALOOSA, AL 35405
1
Baths
2,021 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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

$190K
$166K low$215K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$92,200 · Dec 17, 1965

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$392 (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.$24,380 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,020
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$121,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyTuscaloosa
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Crossed Wals
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 196 ft²Patio · 196 ft²Porch · 94 ft²

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

E
Skyland Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Eastwood Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi
H
Paul W Bryant High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi

District: Tuscaloosa City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35405These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.41,270
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.871 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,773
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,836
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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

501 42nd 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 87% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35405
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35405
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35405
  • Older than 92% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35405

What homes are worth in Tuscaloosa 35405

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

This home
$146K$571K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35405.

How it measures up in Tuscaloosa 35405

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tuscaloosa 35405.

Estimated value$190,475
CheaperTypical $262,205Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$94
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,021 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,738 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 501 42nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTuscaloosa 35405Tuscaloosa County
Estimated valuepricier than$190,47513% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$942% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than2,021 ft²65% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac69% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than19568% of homes15% of homes

About 501 42nd St

How much is 501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL is $190,475 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $165,995 to $214,955. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL last sell?

501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL last sold on Dec 17, 1965 for $92,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL?

501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL has 1 bathrooms, 2,021 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL built?

501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL?

501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL is assigned to Skyland Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Eastwood Middle School (middle), rated D+; Paul W Bryant High School (high), rated F. All sit in Tuscaloosa City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL compare to other homes in Tuscaloosa 35405?

Among the 11,955 homes in Tuscaloosa 35405, it is worth more than 13% of them ($190,475 against a typical $262,205), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($94 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 65% of them (2,021 ft² against a typical 1,738 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1956 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Tuscaloosa County, it is worth more than 21% 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 501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 501 42nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL was $392. The county assessed it at $24,380.

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