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$160,387$118 / 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 88How 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

5308 MOSSWOOD AVE

COTTONDALE, AL 35453
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,360 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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

$160K
$141K low$180K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$169 (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.$15,980 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$79,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyTuscaloosa
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.1996
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Crossed Wals
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
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 · 180 ft²Patio · 180 ft²Porch · 144 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.

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

E
Cottondale Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.8 mi
M
Davis-Emerson Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi
H
Holt High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi

District: Tuscaloosa County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35453These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.13,742
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.144 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,906
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,781
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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

5308 Mosswood 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 88% of homes in Cottondale 35453
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Cottondale 35453
  • Older than 68% of homes in Tuscaloosa County

What homes are worth in Cottondale 35453

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

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$94K$530K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Cottondale 35453.

How it measures up in Cottondale 35453

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cottondale 35453.

Estimated value$160,387
CheaperTypical $232,109Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,525 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 5308 Mosswood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCottondale 35453Tuscaloosa County
Estimated valuepricier than$160,38712% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11822% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,360 ft²36% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac34% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than197333% of homes32% of homes

About 5308 Mosswood Ave

How much is 5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL is $160,387 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $140,995 to $179,779. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL last sell?

5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL last sold on Feb 7, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL?

5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,360 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL built?

5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL?

5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL is assigned to Cottondale Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Davis-Emerson Middle School (middle), rated D; Holt High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Tuscaloosa County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL compare to other homes in Cottondale 35453?

Among the 3,677 homes in Cottondale 35453, it is worth more than 12% of them ($160,387 against a typical $232,109), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($118 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,360 ft² against a typical 1,525 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1973 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Tuscaloosa County, it is worth more than 13% 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 5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5308 Mosswood Ave, Cottondale, AL was $169. The county assessed it at $15,980.

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