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$68,636$69 / 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 75How 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 $75,000 on Nov 18, 2022

709 OAK ST

BESSEMER, AL 35022
2
Beds
1
Baths
988 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
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

$69K
$51K low$86K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Nov 18, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,010 (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.$14,700 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$73,500

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.56
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
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.17 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.1988
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Gravity
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 79 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
Westhills Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Bessemer City Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Bessemer City High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Bessemer City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35022These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.94%
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.9.0%
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.26,613
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.382 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,379
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,024
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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

709 Oak 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.

  • Worth less than 97% of homes in Bessemer 35022
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Bessemer 35022
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Bessemer 35022
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Bessemer 35022
  • Older than 95% of homes in Bessemer 35022

What homes are worth in Bessemer 35022

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

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$59K$596K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Bessemer 35022.

How it measures up in Bessemer 35022

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bessemer 35022.

Estimated value$68,636
CheaperTypical $259,839Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$69
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area988 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,697 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 709 Oak St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBessemer 35022Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$68,6363% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$696% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than988 ft²6% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac16% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than19405% of homes16% of homes

About 709 Oak St

How much is 709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL is $68,636 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $51,377 to $85,895. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL last sell?

709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL last sold on Nov 18, 2022 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL?

709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 988 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL built?

709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL?

709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL is assigned to Westhills Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Bessemer City Middle School (middle), rated D-; Bessemer City High School (high), rated F. All sit in Bessemer City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL compare to other homes in Bessemer 35022?

Among the 9,728 homes in Bessemer 35022, it is worth more than 3% of them ($68,636 against a typical $259,839), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($69 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 6% of them (988 ft² against a typical 1,697 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1940 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Jefferson 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 709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 709 Oak St, Bessemer, AL was $1,010. The county assessed it at $14,700.

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