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$441,051$177 / 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 88How 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 $284,500 on May 13, 2021

604 THORNTON AVE SW

HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
1
Baths
2,498 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$441K
$390K low$492K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$284,500 · May 13, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,240 (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.$39,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,620
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,780
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$393,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMADISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Retaining Wall
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(3)

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.

H
Huntsville High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Huntsville Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Jones Valley Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.9 mi

District: Huntsville City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35801These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.119
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.27,251
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,558 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,531
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,699
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

604 Thornton Ave 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 more than 77% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Huntsville 35801
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Madison County
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Madison County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Madison County

What homes are worth in Huntsville 35801

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

This home
$139K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Huntsville 35801.

How it measures up in Huntsville 35801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Huntsville 35801.

Estimated value$441,051
CheaperTypical $412,638Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $243Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area2,498 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,655 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 604 Thornton Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHuntsville 35801Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$441,05155% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17715% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than2,498 ft²85% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac55% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than195849% of homes9% of homes

About 604 Thornton Ave Sw

How much is 604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL is $441,051 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $389,744 to $492,358. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL last sell?

604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL last sold on May 13, 2021 for $284,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL?

604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL has 1 bathrooms, 2,498 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL built?

604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL?

604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL is assigned to Huntsville High School (high), rated B; Huntsville Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Jones Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Huntsville City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL compare to other homes in Huntsville 35801?

Among the 9,049 homes in Huntsville 35801, it is worth more than 55% of them ($441,051 against a typical $412,638), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($177 against a typical $243), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,498 ft² against a typical 1,655 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1958 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 77% 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 604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for 604 Thornton Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL was $2,240. The county assessed it at $39,400.

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