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$515,905$284 / 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 83How 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 $236,500 on Aug 9, 2011

551 FORREST DR S

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,818 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$516K
$429K low$603K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$236,500 · Aug 9, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,653 (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.$49,580 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$495,800

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.68
99
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.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
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.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 30 ft²

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
Edgewood Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Homewood Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Homewood High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Homewood City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35209These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
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.29,603
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,033 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,771
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,237
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%

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How this home compares

551 Forrest Dr S 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 87% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Edgewood
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Edgewood

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35209

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

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$69K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Birmingham 35209.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35209.

Estimated value$515,905
CheaperTypical $531,038Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,818 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,611 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 551 Forrest Dr S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEdgewoodBirmingham 35209Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$515,90522% of homes48% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28419% of homes38% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,818 ft²55% of homes62% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac72% of homes65% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than196070% of homes60% of homes41% of homes

About 551 Forrest Dr S

How much is 551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL is $515,905 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $429,166 to $602,644. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL last sell?

551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL last sold on Aug 9, 2011 for $236,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL?

551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,818 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL built?

551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL?

551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL is assigned to Edgewood Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Homewood Middle School (middle), rated A+; Homewood High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Homewood City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35209?

Among the 7,058 homes in Birmingham 35209, it is worth more than 48% of them ($515,905 against a typical $531,038), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($284 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,818 ft² against a typical 1,611 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1960 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 87% 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 551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 551 Forrest Dr S, Birmingham, AL was $3,653. The county assessed it at $49,580.

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