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$42,460$43 / 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 65How 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
Last sold for $500 on Dec 6, 1999

8 ELM AVE

BESSEMER, AL 35020
3
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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
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

$42K
$27K low$58K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500 · Dec 6, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$493 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$7,880 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,880
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$78,700

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.58
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
90
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.46 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.0.38
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
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 · 68 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
Jonesboro Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Bessemer City Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Bessemer City High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Bessemer City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35020These 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.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.8.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
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.22,676
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,413 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,661
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$52,543
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

8 Elm 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 94% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Bessemer 35020
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Bessemer 35020

What homes are worth in Bessemer 35020

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

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$18K$227K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Bessemer 35020.

How it measures up in Bessemer 35020

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bessemer 35020.

Estimated value$42,460
CheaperTypical $54,492Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$43
CheaperTypical $45Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area988 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,184 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 8 Elm Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBessemer 35020Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$42,46031% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4344% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than988 ft²26% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac82% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than197489% of homes59% of homes

About 8 Elm Ave

How much is 8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL is $42,460 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $27,418 to $57,502. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL last sell?

8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL last sold on Dec 6, 1999 for $500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL?

8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 988 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL built?

8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL?

8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL is assigned to Jonesboro 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 8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL compare to other homes in Bessemer 35020?

Among the 9,336 homes in Bessemer 35020, it is worth more than 31% of them ($42,460 against a typical $54,492), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($43 against a typical $45), it is bigger than 26% of them (988 ft² against a typical 1,184 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (1974 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 6% 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 8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8 Elm Ave, Bessemer, AL was $493. The county assessed it at $7,880.

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