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$103,083$101 / 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 71How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $79,900 on Jul 29, 2005

609 BUFORD DR

PHENIX CITY, AL 36869
2 / 1
Baths
1,025 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$103K
$73K low$133K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$79,900 · Jul 29, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$489 (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.$9,520 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,270
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,520
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,200

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.27
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
17
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.116 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
CountyRussell
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 80 ft²

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

E
Ridgecrest Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Phenix City Intermediate SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 3.7 mi
H
Central High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Phenix City City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36869These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.21,740
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.296 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,055
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,815
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

609 Buford 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 less than 84% of homes in Phenix City 36869
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Russell County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Russell County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Russell County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Phenix City 36869

What homes are worth in Phenix City 36869

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

This home
$44K$470K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Phenix City 36869.

How it measures up in Phenix City 36869

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Phenix City 36869.

Estimated value$103,083
CheaperTypical $178,021Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$101
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,025 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,370 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 609 Buford Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePhenix City 36869Russell County
Estimated valuepricier than$103,08316% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10131% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,025 ft²17% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac37% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than197033% of homes36% of homes

About 609 Buford Dr

How much is 609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL is $103,083 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $72,941 to $133,225. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL last sell?

609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL last sold on Jul 29, 2005 for $79,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL?

609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,025 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL built?

609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL?

609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL is assigned to Ridgecrest Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Phenix City Intermediate School (middle), rated C-; Central High School (high), rated A. All sit in Phenix City City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL compare to other homes in Phenix City 36869?

Among the 6,958 homes in Phenix City 36869, it is worth more than 16% of them ($103,083 against a typical $178,021), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($101 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,025 ft² against a typical 1,370 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1970 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Russell County, it is worth more than 16% 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 609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 609 Buford Dr, Phenix City, AL was $489. The county assessed it at $9,520.

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