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$136,830$112 / 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 83How 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

972 RIDGEWOOD CIR

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,225 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
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

$137K
$114K low$160K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,994 (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.$27,360 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$136,800

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 88 ft²

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

H
Huffman High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Huffman Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Huffman AcademyF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi

District: Birmingham City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35235These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,367
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,413 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,804
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,419
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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

972 Ridgewood Cir 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 75% of homes in Birmingham 35235
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Huffman
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Huffman
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Huffman
  • Older than 80% of homes in Birmingham 35235

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35235

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

This home
$78K$411K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Birmingham 35235.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35235

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35235.

Estimated value$136,830
CheaperTypical $175,186Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,225 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,403 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 972 Ridgewood Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHuffmanBirmingham 35235Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$136,83039% of homes25% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11265% of homes36% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,225 ft²22% of homes29% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac18% of homes32% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than196458% of homes20% of homes45% of homes

About 972 Ridgewood Cir

How much is 972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL is $136,830 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $113,588 to $160,072. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL?

972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,225 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL built?

972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL?

972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL is assigned to Huffman High School (high), rated D-; Huffman Middle School (middle), rated D+; Huffman Academy (elementary), rated F. All sit in Birmingham City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35235?

Among the 7,141 homes in Birmingham 35235, it is worth more than 25% of them ($136,830 against a typical $175,186), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($112 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,225 ft² against a typical 1,403 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1964 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 36% 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 972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 972 Ridgewood Cir, Birmingham, AL was $1,994. The county assessed it at $27,360.

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