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$255,427$192 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

5249 COTTAGE CIR

HOOVER, AL 35226
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,328 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$255K
$233K low$278K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,067 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$55,280 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$55,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$276,400

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.55
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
93
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
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.29 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.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.Garden Home
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 20 ft²

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

E
Deer Valley Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Hoover High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
R. F. Bumpus Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Hoover City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35226These 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.30
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,280
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,011 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,093
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,696
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

5249 Cottage Cir 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 96% of homes in Birmingham 35226
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Birmingham 35226
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Birmingham 35226
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35226

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

This home
$180K$1M

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Birmingham 35226.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35226

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35226.

Estimated value$255,427
CheaperTypical $428,542Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$192
CheaperTypical $216Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 5249 Cottage Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 35226Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$255,4274% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19232% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,328 ft²8% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac6% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than200477% of homes87% of homes

About 5249 Cottage Cir

How much is 5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL is $255,427 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $232,522 to $278,332. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL?

5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,328 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL built?

5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL?

5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL is assigned to Deer Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Hoover High School (high), rated B+; R. F. Bumpus Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Hoover City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35226?

Among the 13,456 homes in Birmingham 35226, it is worth more than 4% of them ($255,427 against a typical $428,542), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($192 against a typical $216), it is bigger than 8% of them (1,328 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (2004 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 60% 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 5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5249 Cottage Cir, Hoover, AL was $4,067. The county assessed it at $55,280.

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