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$121,808$97 / 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 Mar 4, 2025

8551 RUTH DR

BESSEMER, AL 35023
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,260 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.
1998
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$122K
$90K low$154K 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 · Mar 4, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$659 (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.$15,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$153,100

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.47
10
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
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
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.DeckPatio · 156 ft²Porch · 230 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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 · 6.0 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

8551 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 74% of homes in Bessemer 35023
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Bessemer 35023
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Newer than 87% 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.

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$56K$419K

This home is worth more than 26% 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$121,808
CheaperTypical $159,474Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,372 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 8551 Ruth Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBessemer 35023Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$121,80826% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9727% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,260 ft²40% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac82% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than199887% of homes81% of homes

About 8551 Ruth Dr

How much is 8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL is $121,808 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $89,918 to $153,698. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL last sell?

8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL last sold on Mar 4, 2025 for $8,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL?

8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,260 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL built?

8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL?

8551 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 8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL compare to other homes in Bessemer 35023?

Among the 9,505 homes in Bessemer 35023, it is worth more than 26% of them ($121,808 against a typical $159,474), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($97 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,260 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 87% of them (1998 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 32% 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 8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8551 Ruth Dr, Bessemer, AL was $659. The county assessed it at $15,200.

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