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$27,545$29 / 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 49How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $9,000 on Sep 19, 1991

656 RUTH ST

MOBILE, AL 36606
1
Baths
957 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.
1948
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

$28K
$14K low$42K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$9,000 · Sep 19, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$441 (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.$6,780 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$33,900

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.50
18
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
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.2 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
CountyMobile
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.1985
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 158 ft²

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

E
George Hall Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Williamson High School and Middle Grades Preperatory AcademyD-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Mobile County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36606These 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.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.18,184
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,754 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,469
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,294
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.67 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

656 Ruth St 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Mobile 36606
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Mobile 36606
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Mobile County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Mobile County

What homes are worth in Mobile 36606

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

This home
$34K$439K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Mobile 36606.

How it measures up in Mobile 36606

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mobile 36606.

Estimated value$27,545
CheaperTypical $131,754Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$29
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area957 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 656 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRickarbyMobile 36606Mobile County
Estimated valuepricier than$27,5453% of homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2910% of homes2% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than957 ft²13% of homes11% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than19489% of homes8% of homes2% of homes

About 656 Ruth St

How much is 656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL is $27,545 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $13,505 to $41,585. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL last sell?

656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL last sold on Sep 19, 1991 for $9,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL?

656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL has 1 bathrooms and 957 square feet of living space.

When was 656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL built?

656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL?

656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL is assigned to George Hall Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Williamson High School and Middle Grades Preperatory Academy (middle), rated D-. All sit in Mobile County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL compare to other homes in Mobile 36606?

Among the 6,719 homes in Mobile 36606, it is worth more than almost none of them ($27,545 against a typical $131,754), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($29 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 11% of them (957 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²) and it is newer than 8% of them (1948 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Mobile County, it is worth more than 2% 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 656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 656 Ruth St, Mobile, AL was $441. The county assessed it at $6,780.

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