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$122,077$80 / 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 73How 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

521 GRAND AVE

GADSDEN, AL 35901
1.5
Baths
1,524 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$122K
$89K low$155K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,391 (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.$28,380 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,560
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,820
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$141,900

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyETOWAH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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(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.

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

M
Gadsden Elementary SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
W. E. Striplin Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Gadsden City High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Gadsden City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35901These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.18,657
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,503
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,329
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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

521 Grand 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 67% of homes in Etowah County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Etowah County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Etowah County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Etowah County

What homes are worth in Gadsden 35901

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

This home
$29K$790K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Gadsden 35901.

How it measures up in Gadsden 35901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gadsden 35901.

Estimated value$122,077
CheaperTypical $152,187Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$80
CheaperTypical $97Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,524 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,648 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 521 Grand Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGadsden 35901Etowah County
Estimated valuepricier than$122,07742% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8040% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,524 ft²42% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac35% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than195040% of homes29% of homes

About 521 Grand Ave

How much is 521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL is $122,077 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $89,305 to $154,849. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL last sell?

521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL?

521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,524 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL built?

521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL?

521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL is assigned to Gadsden Elementary School (middle), rated A-; W. E. Striplin Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Gadsden City High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Gadsden City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL compare to other homes in Gadsden 35901?

Among the 7,474 homes in Gadsden 35901, it is worth more than 42% of them ($122,077 against a typical $152,187), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($80 against a typical $97), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,524 ft² against a typical 1,648 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1950 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Etowah County, it is worth more than 33% 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 521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 Grand Ave, Gadsden, AL was $1,391. The county assessed it at $28,380.

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