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$17,251$23 / 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 46How 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

506 8TH ST

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35217
2
Beds
1
Baths
746 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$17K
$8K low$27K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$145 (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.$2,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$14,500

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.53
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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.16 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.1 percent flood zone

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.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 110 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Fultondale High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.1 mi
E
Fultondale Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.3 mi

District: Jefferson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35217These 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.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,082
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.709 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,555
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,050
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

506 8th 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Jefferson County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Birmingham 35217
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Birmingham 35217
  • Older than 81% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35217

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

This home
$24K$242K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Birmingham 35217.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35217

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35217.

Estimated value$17,251
CheaperTypical $77,681Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$23
CheaperTypical $64Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area746 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 506 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 35217Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$17,251almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$233% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than746 ft²3% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac2% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than194540% of homes19% of homes

About 506 8th St

How much is 506 8th St, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 506 8th St, Birmingham, AL is $17,251 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $7,996 to $26,506. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 506 8th St, Birmingham, AL last sell?

506 8th St, Birmingham, AL last sold on Apr 23, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 506 8th St, Birmingham, AL?

506 8th St, Birmingham, AL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 746 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 506 8th St, Birmingham, AL built?

506 8th St, Birmingham, AL was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 506 8th St, Birmingham, AL?

506 8th St, Birmingham, AL is assigned to Fultondale High School (middle), rated D-; Fultondale Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Jefferson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 506 8th St, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35217?

Among the 5,277 homes in Birmingham 35217, it is worth more than almost none of them ($17,251 against a typical $77,681), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($23 against a typical $64), it is bigger than 3% of them (746 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1945 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than almost no 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 506 8th St, Birmingham, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 506 8th St, Birmingham, AL was $145. The county assessed it at $2,900.

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