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$118,058$79 / 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 74How 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
Last sold for $8,000 on Feb 28, 2025

8547 RUTH DR

BESSEMER, AL 35023
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,488 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.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$118K
$87K low$149K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$8,000 · Feb 28, 2025

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.$30,880 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,340
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$154,400

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.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
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.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Porch · 180 ft²

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 · 6.0 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

8547 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 76% of homes in Bessemer 35023
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Bessemer 35023
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Bessemer 35023

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
$56K$419K

This home is worth more than 24% 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$118,058
CheaperTypical $159,474Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$79
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,488 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,372 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 8547 Ruth Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBessemer 35023Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$118,05824% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7913% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,488 ft²61% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac82% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than195224% of homes27% of homes

About 8547 Ruth Dr

How much is 8547 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8547 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL is $118,058 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $87,150 to $148,966. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8547 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL last sell?

8547 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL last sold on Feb 28, 2025 for $8,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8547 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL?

8547 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,488 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 8547 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL built?

8547 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8547 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL?

8547 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 8547 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL compare to other homes in Bessemer 35023?

Among the 9,505 homes in Bessemer 35023, it is worth more than 24% of them ($118,058 against a typical $159,474), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($79 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,488 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 24% of them (1952 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 31% 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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