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Last sold for $266,650 on May 22, 2020

6485 GLEN FOREST DR

GARDENDALE, AL 35071
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,582 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.
4.91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$266,650 · May 22, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,652 (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.$78,200 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$78,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$828,300

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.48
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
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.
75
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.91
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Vinyl Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 458 ft²Porch · 321 ft²

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
Snow Rogers Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Bragg Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi
H
Gardendale High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Jefferson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35071These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.17,361
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.337 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,934
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,055
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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

6485 Glen Forest 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.

  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Gardendale 35071
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Jefferson County

How it measures up in Gardendale 35071

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gardendale 35071.

Living area2,582 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,616 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size4.91 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 6485 Glen Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGardendale 35071Jefferson County
Living areabigger than2,582 ft²91% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.91 ac95% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than201693% of homes96% of homes

About 6485 Glen Forest Dr

When did 6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL last sell?

6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL last sold on May 22, 2020 for $266,650, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL?

6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,582 square feet of living space and a 4.91-acre lot.

When was 6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL built?

6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL?

6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL is assigned to Snow Rogers Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Bragg Middle School (middle), rated A+; Gardendale High School (high), rated C. All sit in Jefferson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL compare to other homes in Gardendale 35071?

Among the 6,385 homes in Gardendale 35071, it is bigger than 91% of them (2,582 ft² against a typical 1,616 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (4.91 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2016 against a typical 1987). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 6485 Glen Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL was $4,652. The county assessed it at $78,200.

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