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$412,093$287 / 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 86How 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 $260,100 on Aug 3, 2022

849 FORREST DR

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,434 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$412K
$353K low$471K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,100 · Aug 3, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,518 (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.$52,020 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$52,020
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$524,400

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.53
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
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.
90
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.3 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.0.18
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 54 ft²Porch · 30 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
Edgewood Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Homewood Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Homewood High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Homewood City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35209These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,603
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,033 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,771
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,237
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

849 Forrest Dr 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 93% of homes in Edgewood
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Edgewood
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Birmingham 35209
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Edgewood

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35209

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

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$69K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Birmingham 35209.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35209.

Estimated value$412,093
CheaperTypical $530,339Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$287
CheaperTypical $321Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,434 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 849 Forrest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEdgewoodBirmingham 35209Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$412,0937% of homes29% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28721% of homes39% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,434 ft²29% of homes36% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac30% of homes23% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than197375% of homes69% of homes57% of homes

About 849 Forrest Dr

How much is 849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL is $412,093 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $353,381 to $470,805. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL last sell?

849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL last sold on Aug 3, 2022 for $260,100, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL?

849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,434 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL built?

849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL?

849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL is assigned to Edgewood Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Homewood Middle School (middle), rated A+; Homewood High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Homewood City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35209?

Among the 7,058 homes in Birmingham 35209, it is worth more than 29% of them ($412,093 against a typical $530,339), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($287 against a typical $321), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,434 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1973 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 80% 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 849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 849 Forrest Dr, Birmingham, AL was $3,518. The county assessed it at $52,020.

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