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$145,693$81 / 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 85How 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

538 RUTHERFORD CIR

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35206
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,798 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.
0.91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$146K
$123K low$168K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,232 (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.$19,360 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$213,000

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.91
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Wood (Unspecified)
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
William J. Christian K - 8 SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Huffman Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Huffman High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Birmingham City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35206These 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.142
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 100.79

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
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.15,640
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,571 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,511
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,384
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

538 Rutherford 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 more than 79% of homes in Birmingham 35206
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Roebuck Springs
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Birmingham 35206
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Birmingham 35206
  • Older than 85% of homes in Roebuck Springs

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35206

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

This home
$29K$279K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Birmingham 35206.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35206

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35206.

Estimated value$145,693
CheaperTypical $91,707Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $75Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,798 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,249 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.91 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 538 Rutherford Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoebuck SpringsBirmingham 35206Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$145,69326% of homes79% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8117% of homes58% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,798 ft²67% of homes86% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.91 ac90% of homes97% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than195015% of homes54% of homes26% of homes

About 538 Rutherford Cir

How much is 538 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL is $145,693 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $123,198 to $168,188. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 538 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL?

538 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,798 square feet of living space and a 0.91-acre lot.

When was 538 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL built?

538 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL?

538 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL is assigned to William J. Christian K - 8 School (elementary), rated A; Huffman Middle School (middle), rated D+; Huffman High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Birmingham City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35206?

Among the 6,570 homes in Birmingham 35206, it is worth more than 79% of them ($145,693 against a typical $91,707), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($81 against a typical $75), it is bigger than 86% of them (1,798 ft² against a typical 1,249 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (0.91 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1950 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 39% 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 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 538 Rutherford Cir, Birmingham, AL was $1,232. The county assessed it at $19,360.

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