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$221,129$197 / 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 86How 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
Last sold for $85,000 on Jan 18, 2018

538 SUNSET DR

IDER, AL 35981
1
Baths
1,120 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.
0.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$221K
$190K low$252K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Jan 18, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$381 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$10,060 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$620
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,440
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$110,660

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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
CountyDEKALB
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.90
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.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
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 · 80 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Ider High SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35981These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.123

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.1,815
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,402
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,569
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 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 Sunset 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Ider 35981
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Ider 35981
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Ider 35981

What homes are worth in Ider 35981

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

This home
$78K$611K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Ider 35981.

How it measures up in Ider 35981

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ider 35981.

Estimated value$221,129
CheaperTypical $214,397Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.9 ac
SmallerTypical 2.1 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 538 Sunset Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIder 35981DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$221,12953% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19781% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²25% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.9 ac16% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than198051% of homes46% of homes

About 538 Sunset Dr

How much is 538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL is $221,129 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $189,895 to $252,363. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL last sell?

538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL last sold on Jan 18, 2018 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL?

538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 0.90-acre lot.

When was 538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL built?

538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL?

538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL is assigned to Ider High School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Dekalb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL compare to other homes in Ider 35981?

Among the 844 homes in Ider 35981, it is worth more than 53% of them ($221,129 against a typical $214,397), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($197 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.9 ac against a typical 2.1 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1980 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 57% 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 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for 538 Sunset Dr, Ider, AL was $381. The county assessed it at $10,060.

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