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$323,787$300 / 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 82How 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

878 COUNTY ROAD 540

SCOTTSBORO, AL 35768
1
Baths
1,080 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.
25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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

$324K
$267K low$381K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$294 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$9,720 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$124,400

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.60
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.37 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.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
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.25.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Woodville High SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 5.3 mi

District: Jackson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35768These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.90

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.90%
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.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,391
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.72 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,780
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,386
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 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

878 County Road 540 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 more than 86% of homes in Scottsboro 35768
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Scottsboro 35768
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Scottsboro 35768
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Scottsboro 35768

What homes are worth in Scottsboro 35768

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

This home
$47K$607K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Scottsboro 35768.

How it measures up in Scottsboro 35768

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Scottsboro 35768.

Estimated value$323,787
CheaperTypical $174,606Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$300
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,375 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 878 County Road 540 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeScottsboro 35768Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$323,78786% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30098% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²25% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than25 ac96% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than198670% of homes58% of homes

About 878 County Road 540

How much is 878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL is $323,787 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $266,694 to $380,880. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL last sell?

878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL last sold on Aug 27, 1985, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL?

878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,080 square feet of living space and a 25.00-acre lot.

When was 878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL built?

878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL?

878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL is assigned to Woodville High School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Jackson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL compare to other homes in Scottsboro 35768?

Among the 4,564 homes in Scottsboro 35768, it is worth more than 86% of them ($323,787 against a typical $174,606), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($300 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,375 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (25 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1986 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 77% 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 878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 878 County Road 540, Scottsboro, AL was $294. The county assessed it at $9,720.

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