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$151,263$89 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $86,000 on May 4, 2016

709 S 5TH ST

GADSDEN, AL 35901
2
Baths
1,700 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.
0.27 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$151K
$123K low$179K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$86,000 · May 4, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$595 (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.$13,140 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$131,300

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.42 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
CountyETOWAH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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

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.

M
Gadsden Elementary SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
W. E. Striplin Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Gadsden City High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Gadsden City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35901These 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.121
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 100.83

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,657
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,503
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,329
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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

709 S 5th 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Etowah County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Etowah County

What homes are worth in Gadsden 35901

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

This home
$26K$778K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Gadsden 35901.

How it measures up in Gadsden 35901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gadsden 35901.

Estimated value$151,263
CheaperTypical $145,023Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $91Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,660 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 709 S 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGadsden 35901Etowah County
Estimated valuepricier than$151,26351% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8949% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,700 ft²52% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac42% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than194028% of homes16% of homes

About 709 S 5th St

How much is 709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL is $151,263 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $123,047 to $179,479. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL last sell?

709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL last sold on May 4, 2016 for $86,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL?

709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,700 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL built?

709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL?

709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL is assigned to Gadsden Elementary School (middle), rated A-; W. E. Striplin Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Gadsden City High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Gadsden City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL compare to other homes in Gadsden 35901?

Among the 7,474 homes in Gadsden 35901, it is worth more than 51% of them ($151,263 against a typical $145,023), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($89 against a typical $91), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,700 ft² against a typical 1,660 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1940 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Etowah County, it is worth more than 43% 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 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 709 S 5th St, Gadsden, AL was $595. The county assessed it at $13,140.

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