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$620,730$240 / 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 92How 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 $485,000 on Jun 22, 2020

538 ESSLINGER DR

GURLEY, AL 35748
3 / 2
Baths
2,591 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.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$621K
$573K low$669K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$485,000 · Jun 22, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,694 (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.$47,280 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$44,640
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,160
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$472,700

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.3 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
CountyMadison
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Mixed (Not Specified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Brick (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Hampton Cove Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi
M
Hampton Cove Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Huntsville High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.6 mi

District: Huntsville City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35748These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,112
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.105 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,669
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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

538 Esslinger Dr 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 92% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Madison County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Madison County

What homes are worth in Gurley 35748

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

This home
$77K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Gurley 35748.

How it measures up in Gurley 35748

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gurley 35748.

Estimated value$620,730
CheaperTypical $376,474Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$240
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area2,591 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,899 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 538 Esslinger Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGurley 35748Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$620,73073% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24060% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than2,591 ft²80% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than199547% of homes53% of homes

About 538 Esslinger Dr

How much is 538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL is $620,730 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $572,905 to $668,555. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL last sell?

538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL last sold on Jun 22, 2020 for $485,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL?

538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL has 3 bathrooms and 2,591 square feet of living space.

When was 538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL built?

538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL?

538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL is assigned to Hampton Cove Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Hampton Cove Middle School (middle), rated A+; Huntsville High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Huntsville City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL compare to other homes in Gurley 35748?

Among the 3,327 homes in Gurley 35748, it is worth more than 73% of them ($620,730 against a typical $376,474), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($240 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,591 ft² against a typical 1,899 ft²) and it is newer than 47% of them (1995 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 92% 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 538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Esslinger Dr, Gurley, AL was $2,694. The county assessed it at $47,280.

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