Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $40,710 on Jun 16, 2020
517 FRANCIS ST SW
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
3 / 2
Baths
1,956 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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.$40,710 · Jun 16, 2020
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,685 (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.$23,240 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$23,240
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$116,200
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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
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.
88
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
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.1983
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Central
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 · 100 ft²
Transaction History(3)
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.
EMH
West End AcademyD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
Jones Valley Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
Wenonah High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
District: Birmingham City School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 35211These 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.163
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75
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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.32%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,283
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,353 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,330
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$52,014
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
517 Francis 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.
- Bigger than 95% of homes in Oakwood Place
- Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Jefferson County
- Newer than 95% of homes in Oakwood Place
How it measures up in Birmingham 35211
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35211.
Living area1,956 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,237 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 91% of homes nearby
Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger
Bigger than 36% of homes nearby
Year built1977
OlderTypical 1950Newer
Newer than 86% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Oakwood Place | Birmingham 35211 | Jefferson County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,956 ft² | 95% of homes | 91% of homes | 72% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.16 ac | 31% of homes | 36% of homes | 13% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1977 | 95% of homes | 86% of homes | 62% of homes |
About 517 Francis St Sw
When did 517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL last sell?
517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL last sold on Jun 16, 2020 for $40,710, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL?
517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL has 3 bathrooms, 1,956 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.
When was 517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL built?
517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL?
517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL is assigned to West End Academy (elementary), rated D-; Jones Valley Middle School (middle), rated F; Wenonah High School (high), rated F. All sit in Birmingham City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35211?
Among the 9,207 homes in Birmingham 35211, it is bigger than 91% of them (1,956 ft² against a typical 1,237 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1977 against a typical 1950). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL?
The 2025 property tax bill for 517 Francis St Sw, Birmingham, AL was $1,685. The county assessed it at $23,240.
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