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$424,099$233 / 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 90How 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

5996 S FORK DR

HOOVER, AL 35244
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,819 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.
1987
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.

Valuation

$424K
$382K low$466K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,770 (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.$33,440 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,440
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$334,300

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.50
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.
93
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 406 ft²

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

E
South Shades Crest Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.6 mi
M
R. F. Bumpus Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Hoover High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Hoover City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35244These 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.54
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.36,828
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,593 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,148
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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

5996 S Fork 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 81% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Birmingham 35244
  • Older than 76% of homes in Birmingham 35244

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35244

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

This home
$176K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Birmingham 35244.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35244

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35244.

Estimated value$424,099
CheaperTypical $471,745Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,819 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,453 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 5996 S Fork Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 35244Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$424,09938% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23380% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,819 ft²22% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than198724% of homes71% of homes

About 5996 S Fork Dr

How much is 5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL is $424,099 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $382,356 to $465,842. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL?

5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,819 square feet of living space.

When was 5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL built?

5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL?

5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL is assigned to South Shades Crest Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; R. F. Bumpus Middle School (middle), rated A+; Hoover High School (high), rated A. All sit in Hoover City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35244?

Among the 12,105 homes in Birmingham 35244, it is worth more than 38% of them ($424,099 against a typical $471,745), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($233 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,819 ft² against a typical 2,453 ft²) and it is newer than 24% of them (1987 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 81% 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 5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5996 S Fork Dr, Hoover, AL was $4,770. The county assessed it at $33,440.

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