Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $38,000 on Mar 2, 2012
902 SIMS ST SW
DECATUR, AL 35603
1
Baths
1,250 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$38,000 · Mar 2, 2012
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$710 (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.$8,450 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,540
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,910
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,330
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$84,500
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.11
15
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
29
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.2 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
CountyMORGAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
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.
EMH
Chestnut Grove Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
Austin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
Austin High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
District: Decatur City School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 35603These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.32,592
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.426 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,456
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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%
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How this home compares
902 Sims St Sw 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.
- Smaller than 87% of homes in Decatur 35603
- Older than 80% of homes in Decatur 35603
How it measures up in Decatur 35603
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 35603.
Living area1,250 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,833 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 13% of homes nearby
Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger
Bigger than 53% of homes nearby
Year built1977
OlderTypical 1991Newer
Newer than 20% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Decatur 35603 | Morgan County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,250 ft² | 13% of homes | 24% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.39 ac | 53% of homes | 42% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1977 | 20% of homes | 46% of homes |
About 902 Sims St Sw
When did 902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL last sell?
902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL last sold on Mar 2, 2012 for $38,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL?
902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,250 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.
When was 902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL built?
902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL?
902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL is assigned to Chestnut Grove Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Austin Middle School (middle), rated B-; Austin High School (high), rated B. All sit in Decatur City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL compare to other homes in Decatur 35603?
Among the 11,035 homes in Decatur 35603, it is bigger than 13% of them (1,250 ft² against a typical 1,833 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1977 against a typical 1991). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL?
The 2025 property tax bill for 902 Sims St Sw, Decatur, AL was $710. The county assessed it at $8,450.
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