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Last sold for $150,000 on Sep 16, 2020

720 17TH PL SW

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
1
Baths
7,768 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.
0.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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.$150,000 · Sep 16, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$119,360 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$119,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$596,800

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
92
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
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.
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.Governmental / Public Use (General)
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.1976
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.58
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 · 292 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
West End AcademyD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Jones Valley Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Wenonah High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Birmingham City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35211These 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.163
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 100.75

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.84%
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.32%
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.23,283
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,353 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,330
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$52,014
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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

720 17th Pl Sw 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 largest homes in Oakwood Place
  • Among the largest lots in Oakwood Place
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Oakwood Place

How it measures up in Birmingham 35211

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35211.

Living area7,768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,231 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.59 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 720 17th Pl Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOakwood PlaceBirmingham 35211Jefferson County
Living areabigger than7,768 ft²almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.59 acalmost all homes98% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than196294% of homes75% of homes43% of homes

About 720 17th Pl Sw

When did 720 17th Pl Sw, Birmingham, AL last sell?

720 17th Pl Sw, Birmingham, AL last sold on Sep 16, 2020 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 720 17th Pl Sw, Birmingham, AL?

720 17th Pl Sw, Birmingham, AL has 1 bathrooms, 7,768 square feet of living space and a 0.58-acre lot.

When was 720 17th Pl Sw, Birmingham, AL built?

720 17th Pl Sw, Birmingham, AL was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 720 17th Pl Sw, Birmingham, AL?

720 17th Pl Sw, Birmingham, AL is assigned to West End Academy (elementary), rated D; Jones Valley Middle School (middle), rated D-; Wenonah High School (high), rated F. All sit in Birmingham City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 720 17th Pl Sw, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35211?

Among the 9,105 homes in Birmingham 35211, it is bigger than almost all of them (7,768 ft² against a typical 1,231 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (0.59 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1962 against a typical 1950). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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