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$59,535$51 / 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 69How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

717 BELL AVE

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35217
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,166 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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$60K
$41K low$78K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$501 (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.$9,820 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,820
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$98,200

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.41
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
70
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.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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 160 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Tarrant Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.7 mi
M
Tarrant High SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Tarrant City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35217These 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.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.13,082
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.709 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,555
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,050
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

717 Bell Ave 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 88% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35217

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

This home
$25K$249K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Birmingham 35217.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35217

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35217.

Estimated value$59,535
CheaperTypical $78,042Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$51
CheaperTypical $64Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,166 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 717 Bell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 35217Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$59,53529% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5130% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,166 ft²41% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac38% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than194037% of homes16% of homes

About 717 Bell Ave

How much is 717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL is $59,535 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $41,012 to $78,058. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL last sell?

717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL last sold on Apr 28, 2009, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL?

717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,166 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL built?

717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL?

717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL is assigned to Tarrant Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Tarrant High School (middle), rated F. All sit in Tarrant City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35217?

Among the 5,276 homes in Birmingham 35217, it is worth more than 29% of them ($59,535 against a typical $78,042), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($51 against a typical $64), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,166 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1940 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 12% 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 717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 717 Bell Ave, Birmingham, AL was $501. The county assessed it at $9,820.

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