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$28,872$21 / 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 71How 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 $8,500 on Nov 15, 2013

518 WATER AVE

SELMA, AL 36701
0
Baths
1,362 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.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
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

$29K
$21K low$37K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$8,500 · Nov 15, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$104 (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.$1,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$9,000

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.52
71
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.45 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.0.2 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
CountyDallas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.48
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Byrd First Class Early Learning Center
Elementary · Grades PK–PK · 0.6 mi
M
The Rbhudson Steam AcademyD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Selma High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Selma City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36701These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.66
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,665
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.70 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,165
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,977
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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

518 Water Ave 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 84% of homes in Selma 36701
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Selma 36701
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Selma 36701
  • Older than 87% of homes in Selma 36701

What homes are worth in Selma 36701

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

This home
$14K$385K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Selma 36701.

How it measures up in Selma 36701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Selma 36701.

Estimated value$28,872
CheaperTypical $77,459Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$21
CheaperTypical $47Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,362 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 518 Water Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSelma 36701Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$28,87216% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2120% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,362 ft²29% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac56% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than193013% of homes13% of homes

About 518 Water Ave

How much is 518 Water Ave, Selma, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 518 Water Ave, Selma, AL is $28,872 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $20,589 to $37,155. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 518 Water Ave, Selma, AL last sell?

518 Water Ave, Selma, AL last sold on Nov 15, 2013 for $8,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 518 Water Ave, Selma, AL?

518 Water Ave, Selma, AL has 1,362 square feet of living space and a 0.48-acre lot.

When was 518 Water Ave, Selma, AL built?

518 Water Ave, Selma, AL was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 518 Water Ave, Selma, AL?

518 Water Ave, Selma, AL is assigned to Byrd First Class Early Learning Center (elementary); The Rbhudson Steam Academy (middle), rated D; Selma High School (high), rated F. All sit in Selma City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 518 Water Ave, Selma, AL compare to other homes in Selma 36701?

Among the 8,293 homes in Selma 36701, it is worth more than 16% of them ($28,872 against a typical $77,459), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($21 against a typical $47), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,362 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1930 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 19% 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 518 Water Ave, Selma, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 518 Water Ave, Selma, AL was $104. The county assessed it at $1,800.

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