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$744,921$251 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $630,000 on Jul 29, 2020

523 RICE VALLEY RD NE

TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,970 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.
1.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$745K
$676K low$814K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$630,000 · Jul 29, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,489 (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.$110,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$101,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$92,040
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$554,500

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.151 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyTUSCALOOSA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.52
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 88 ft²Patio · 232 ft²Porch · 938 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.

E
Verner Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Northridge High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Northridge Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Tuscaloosa City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35406These 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.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
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.16,846
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.186 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$109,859
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$160,220
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 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

523 Rice Valley Rd Ne 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 more than 94% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35406
  • Older than 68% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35406

What homes are worth in Tuscaloosa 35406

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

This home
$191K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35406.

How it measures up in Tuscaloosa 35406

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tuscaloosa 35406.

Estimated value$744,921
CheaperTypical $558,004Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$251
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area2,970 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,561 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size1.52 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTuscaloosa 35406Tuscaloosa County
Estimated valuepricier than$744,92171% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25175% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than2,970 ft²64% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.52 ac80% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than198632% of homes46% of homes

About 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne

How much is 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL is $744,921 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $676,191 to $813,651. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL last sell?

523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL last sold on Jul 29, 2020 for $630,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL?

523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,970 square feet of living space and a 1.52-acre lot.

When was 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL built?

523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL?

523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL is assigned to Verner Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Northridge High School (high), rated A-; Northridge Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Tuscaloosa City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL compare to other homes in Tuscaloosa 35406?

Among the 6,049 homes in Tuscaloosa 35406, it is worth more than 71% of them ($744,921 against a typical $558,004), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($251 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,970 ft² against a typical 2,561 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (1.52 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1986 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Tuscaloosa County, it is worth more than 94% 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 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 523 Rice Valley Rd Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL was $2,489. The county assessed it at $110,900.

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