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$135,668$123 / 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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $3,000 on May 1, 2008

601 RUSSELL ST SW

DECATUR, AL 35601
1
Baths
1,107 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$136K
$104K low$167K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,000 · May 1, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$412 (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.$8,460 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,390
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,070
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$94,600

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.66
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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.142 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.1 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
CountyMORGAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Austinville Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Austin Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Austin High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Decatur City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35601These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.36,724
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.791 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,929
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,005
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

601 Russell St Sw 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 less than 79% of homes in Morgan County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Decatur 35601
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Morgan County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Morgan County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Decatur 35601

What homes are worth in Decatur 35601

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

This home
$43K$546K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Decatur 35601.

How it measures up in Decatur 35601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 35601.

Estimated value$135,668
CheaperTypical $148,304Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$123
CheaperTypical $103Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,107 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 601 Russell St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 35601Morgan County
Estimated valuepricier than$135,66844% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12370% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,107 ft²19% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac48% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than199193% of homes67% of homes

About 601 Russell St Sw

How much is 601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL is $135,668 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $104,084 to $167,252. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL last sell?

601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL last sold on May 1, 2008 for $3,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL?

601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,107 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL built?

601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL?

601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL is assigned to Austinville Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Austin Middle School (middle), rated C; Austin High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Decatur City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL compare to other homes in Decatur 35601?

Among the 11,000 homes in Decatur 35601, it is worth more than 44% of them ($135,668 against a typical $148,304), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($123 against a typical $103), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,107 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (1991 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Morgan County, it is worth more than 21% 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 601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for 601 Russell St Sw, Decatur, AL was $412. The county assessed it at $8,460.

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