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$104,418$84 / 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 76How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

8515 RUTH DR

BESSEMER, AL 35023
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,247 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$104K
$79K low$130K high

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.$21,340 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,340
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$106,700

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
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.
19
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.Single Family Residence
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 256 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Oak Grove High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 5.9 mi
E
Oak Grove Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.1 mi

District: Jefferson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35023These 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.61
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 100.73

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,943
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.270 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,395
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,959
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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

8515 Ruth 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 84% of homes in Bessemer 35023
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Bessemer 35023
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Bessemer 35023

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

This home
$60K$409K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Bessemer 35023.

How it measures up in Bessemer 35023

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bessemer 35023.

Estimated value$104,418
CheaperTypical $158,056Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$84
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,247 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,372 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 8515 Ruth Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBessemer 35023Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$104,41816% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8416% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,247 ft²39% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac82% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than197563% of homes59% of homes

About 8515 Ruth Dr

How much is 8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL is $104,418 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $78,857 to $129,979. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL last sell?

8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL last sold on Oct 24, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL?

8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,247 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL built?

8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL?

8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL is assigned to Oak Grove High School (middle), rated C-; Oak Grove Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Jefferson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8515 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL compare to other homes in Bessemer 35023?

Among the 9,505 homes in Bessemer 35023, it is worth more than 16% of them ($104,418 against a typical $158,056), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($84 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,247 ft² against a typical 1,372 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1975 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 27% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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