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$255,234$148 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $219,900 on Nov 22, 2021

9700 EMPRESS BLVD

TUSCALOOSA, AL 35405
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,724 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
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

$255K
$239K low$272K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$219,900 · Nov 22, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$647 (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.$47,940 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$42,940
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,380
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$239,700

Climate Risk

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.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.Garden Home
CountyTUSCALOOSA
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Finished
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 · 258 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Taylorville Primary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.4 mi
M
Hillcrest Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Hillcrest High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Tuscaloosa County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35405These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,270
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.871 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,773
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,836
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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

9700 Empress Blvd 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Tuscaloosa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35405
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35405

What homes are worth in Tuscaloosa 35405

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

This home
$144K$571K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Tuscaloosa 35405.

How it measures up in Tuscaloosa 35405

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tuscaloosa 35405.

Estimated value$255,234
CheaperTypical $263,048Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$148
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,724 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,752 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 9700 Empress Blvd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTuscaloosa 35405Tuscaloosa County
Estimated valuepricier than$255,23445% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14845% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,724 ft²48% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac4% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than200476% of homes72% of homes

About 9700 Empress Blvd

How much is 9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL is $255,234 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $238,939 to $271,529. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL last sell?

9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL last sold on Nov 22, 2021 for $219,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL?

9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,724 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL built?

9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL?

9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL is assigned to Taylorville Primary School (elementary), rated D-; Hillcrest Middle School (middle), rated C-; Hillcrest High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Tuscaloosa County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL compare to other homes in Tuscaloosa 35405?

Among the 11,954 homes in Tuscaloosa 35405, it is worth more than 45% of them ($255,234 against a typical $263,048), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($148 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,724 ft² against a typical 1,752 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (2004 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Tuscaloosa County, it is worth more than 43% 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 9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9700 Empress Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL was $647. The county assessed it at $47,940.

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