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$479,900$331 / 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 96How 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 $470,000 on Oct 23, 2026

640 40TH ST S

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35222
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,448 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
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

$480K
$460K low$500K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$470,000 · Oct 23, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,566 (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.$62,980 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$314,900

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.53
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
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.9 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
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Chilled Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 207 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Avondale Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Woodlawn High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
W. E. Putnam Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Birmingham City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35222These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,762
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,046 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,321
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,960
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

640 40th St 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 85% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Forest Park
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Forest Park
  • Older than 94% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35222

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

This home
$84K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Birmingham 35222.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35222

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35222.

Estimated value$479,900
CheaperTypical $385,806Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $246Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,448 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,599 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 640 40th St S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest ParkBirmingham 35222Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$479,90052% of homes71% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33179% of homes88% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,448 ft²33% of homes39% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac72% of homes71% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than192532% of homes19% of homes6% of homes

About 640 40th St S

How much is 640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL is $479,900 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $459,723 to $500,077. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL last sell?

640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL last sold on Oct 23, 2026 for $470,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL?

640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,448 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL built?

640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL?

640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL is assigned to Avondale Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Woodlawn High School (high), rated F; W. E. Putnam Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Birmingham City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35222?

Among the 2,976 homes in Birmingham 35222, it is worth more than 71% of them ($479,900 against a typical $385,806), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($331 against a typical $246), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,448 ft² against a typical 1,599 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1925 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 85% 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 640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 640 40th St S, Birmingham, AL was $4,566. The county assessed it at $62,980.

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