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$1,327,201$402 / 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 76How 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

5500 RUTH RD

ARAB, AL 35016
1.5
Baths
3,299 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.
32.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1M low$1.6M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,289 (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.$35,820 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,940
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,880
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,820
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$358,200

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
29
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
CountyMORGAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.32.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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
Union Hill SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 7.4 mi
H
Albert P Brewer High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.5 mi

District: Morgan County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35016These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.17,764
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.231 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,418
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,319
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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

5500 Ruth Rd 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Arab 35016
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Arab 35016
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Morgan County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Arab 35016

What homes are worth in Arab 35016

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

This home
$70K$694K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Arab 35016.

How it measures up in Arab 35016

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arab 35016.

Estimated value$1,327,201
CheaperTypical $225,701Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$402
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,299 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,604 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size32.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.8 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 5500 Ruth Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArab 35016Morgan County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,327,201almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$402almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than3,299 ft²95% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than32.2 ac98% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than198148% of homes52% of homes

About 5500 Ruth Rd

How much is 5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL is $1,327,201 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,012,698 to $1,641,704. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL last sell?

5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL?

5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL has 1.5 bathrooms, 3,299 square feet of living space and a 32.20-acre lot.

When was 5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL built?

5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL?

5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL is assigned to Union Hill School (elementary), rated A; Albert P Brewer High School (high), rated C. All sit in Morgan County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL compare to other homes in Arab 35016?

Among the 6,601 homes in Arab 35016, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,327,201 against a typical $225,701), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($402 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,299 ft² against a typical 1,604 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (32.2 ac against a typical 0.8 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1981 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Morgan County, it is worth more than almost all 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 5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5500 Ruth Rd, Arab, AL was $1,289. The county assessed it at $35,820.

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