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$170,235$36 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $116,000 on Mar 30, 2026

526 HICKORY RD SW

BESSEMER, AL 35022
6
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,704 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$170K
$139K low$201K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$116,000 · Mar 30, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$17,900 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$283,400

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.58
62
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
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.27 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.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
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 283 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Bessemer City Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Bessemer City High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Westhills Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi

District: Bessemer City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35022These 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.61
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 100.63

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,613
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.382 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,379
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,024
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

526 Hickory Rd 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.

  • Worth less than 75% of homes in Bessemer 35022
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Bessemer 35022
  • Among the largest homes in Bessemer 35022
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Bessemer 35022

What homes are worth in Bessemer 35022

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

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$59K$587K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Bessemer 35022.

How it measures up in Bessemer 35022

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bessemer 35022.

Estimated value$170,235
CheaperTypical $251,386Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$36
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,704 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,662 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 526 Hickory Rd Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBessemer 35022Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$170,23525% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36almost no homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than4,704 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac73% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than197628% of homes61% of homes

About 526 Hickory Rd Sw

How much is 526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL is $170,235 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $139,277 to $201,193. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL last sell?

526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL last sold on Mar 30, 2026 for $116,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL?

526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL has 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 4,704 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL built?

526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL?

526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL is assigned to Bessemer City Middle School (middle), rated D; Bessemer City High School (high), rated F; Westhills Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Bessemer City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 526 Hickory Rd Sw, Bessemer, AL compare to other homes in Bessemer 35022?

Among the 9,594 homes in Bessemer 35022, it is worth more than 25% of them ($170,235 against a typical $251,386), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($36 against a typical $146), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,704 ft² against a typical 1,662 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1976 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 45% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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